Superintendent I & II

Mortenson Construction; Los Lunas (NM); On-site; USD 111,400 - 167,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

401(k) retirement plan with match

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson Construction seeks a Superintendent to coordinate, plan, and supervise craft activities and assistants across disciplines, ensuring schedule adherence and high service levels. This role begins on a New Mexico project and may extend to Denver area projects.

The successful candidate will lead teams, manage complex tasks, and foster client relationships while upholding safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Five years minimum in construction management or related experience.
• Ability to manage multiple, complex projects from development to closeout.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan materials, equipment, and inspections to support the project schedule.
• Review documents for completeness; coordinate with design engineers.
• Develop and manage project schedule and site logistics plan.
• Coach and supervise team members; conduct meetings and interviews.
• Manage safety, quality, risk, and compliance; drive improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Travel up to 100%

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Team leadership

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Superintendent that will be responsible for providing coordination, planning, and supervision to assistant superintendents, contractors, and craft activities in a particular area of discipline. Develop and enhance customer relationships by providing excellent service.

This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.

Please Note: This project assignment will start in New Mexico and end up at Denver area projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and implement to ensure materials, equipment, and inspections support project schedule
• Review construction documents for completeness and constructability; understand contract documents; coordinate plans with design engineers
• Develop and manage project schedule, site logistics plan, utilize tools and equipment, collaborate with project partner superintendents
• Coach, supervise, and develop team members, conduct orientations, planning sessions, site meetings, supervise project partners, interview/hire/transfer/dismiss team members
• Ensure proper task coding, lead and track work progress, handle team member training, conduct career development discussions
• Build effective relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Lead by example, offer coaching and feedback, manage performance
• Provide high-level management of safety, quality, risk, and compliance; recognize and mitigate unfavorable conditions; seek process improvements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management
• OR 10 years trade experience
• Current driver's license
• Ability to fulfill development to closeout responsibilities for multiple, complex projects
• Detail-oriented, able to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Basic understanding of construction law and business practices
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
• Positive, professional attitude and strong customer service skills
• Ability to interpret and communicate company policies
• Effective communication and active listening skills, openness to diverse input and feedback, ability to travel up to 100 %
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and affirmative action plans

Superintendent I

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum 5 years construction management or related experience

The base pay range for this role is $111,400 Min - $167,100 Max

Superintendent 2

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum 8 years construction management or related experience

The base pay range for this role is $130,100 Min - $195,200 Max

(Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that include no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work‑life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance
• Gym membership discount program

Visa & Other Items

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.