Superintendent II

Dean Snyder Construction; Clear Lake (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Relocation assistance up to $5,000

Competitive wages and bonus structure

Job summary

Dean Snyder Construction in Clear Lake, IA, is seeking a seasoned Superintendent II to direct daily field activity, supervise crews and subcontractors, and ensure on-time project delivery across industrial and commercial sites. The role requires strong leadership, safety discipline, and coordination with owners, engineers, and vendors.

The position involves leading teams, maintaining schedules, and enforcing quality standards while promoting the company culture.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial or industrial construction experience, with progressive field leadership responsibility.
• 3+ years of experience leading projects as a Superintendent or comparable field leadership role.
• Strong working knowledge of construction means and methods, scheduling, sequencing, quality control, and jobsite safety.
• Proven ability to coordinate subcontractors, field crews, vendors, and project teams while maintaining schedule and quality expectations.

Responsibilities

• Direct activities of construction crews and supervise projects daily.
• Coordinate subcontractors, field crews, and project teams to maintain schedule and quality.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and safety on jobsites.
• Provide technical guidance and training to crews.

Skills

Project leadership

Scheduling & coordination

Reading blueprints

Safety compliance

Communications

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Job description

At Dean Snyder Construction, you'll find the advantages of a growing Midwest construction company combined with the close-knit culture of a family business. Because we are family and employee-owned, every team member has a direct stake in our success and a voice in helping to shape the future of the company. With locations in Clear Lake, IA| Ankeny, IA | Omaha, NE we are rapidly growing.

If you're looking for a place where your work matters, your ideas are heard, and your contributions help drive company success, Dean Snyder Construction offers an environment where you can build both projects and a long-term career.

Travel Expectations

Travel at Dean Snyder Construction is project driven and may vary over time. This position currently supports traveling industrial projects, however future assignments may offer opportunities for more regional or local work depending on project needs, availability, and experience.

What Do We Offer

• Sign-On Bonus up to$5,000 & for eligible applicants (Sign-on Bonus up to $5000 for eligible applicants)
• up to $5,000 Relocation Assistance Available for Eligible Applicants (Relocation assistance up to $5000 for eligible applicants)
• Competitive wages and bonus structure

Performance Reviews

Six-month and annual performance reviews provide opportunities for wage increase and position advancement based on performance, experience and continued growth.

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Dean Snyder is Family and Employee-Owned company we take pride in a culture that supports our people, rewards their contributions, and gives eligible employees the opportunity to share in the long-term success they help build through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Additional Benefits

Retirement savings (401k) with employer match |Comprehensive benefit package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- & long-term disability) |Weekly pay |Generous PTO program and 7 paid holidays per year.

Superintendent II Job Summary

Position is responsible for directing the activities of construction crews and for supervising construction projects on a daily basis. Duties include initiating, carrying out, monitoring and assigning work to crews; working alongside crew members when needed; keeping jobs on schedule; performing inspections; training employees and providing technical advice to crews; evaluating employee performance and attendance, completing daily paperwork and approving time-cards. Superintendent II is the party responsible for communicating with owner/customers, project manager, architects, engineers, and subcontractors. Assist in resolving safety issues and ensuring jobsites are in OSHA compliance. Responsible for supporting and promoting DSC culture through effective Leadership, Management, and Accountability (LMA). Enforcing company general and safety policies. The Superintendent II is the sixth level of an eight-level construction series.

Education/Experience

7+ years of commercial or industrial construction experience, with progressive field leadership responsibility.

• 3+ years of experience leading projects as a Superintendent or comparable field leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex industrial, manufacturing, food & beverage, or similar construction projects.
• Strong working knowledge of construction means and methods, scheduling, sequencing, quality control, and jobsite safety.
• Proven ability to coordinate subcontractors, field crews, vendors, and project teams while maintaining schedule and quality expectations.
• Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and project documentation.
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field preferred but not required.
• Equivalent combination of field experience, leadership experience, and education will be considered.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Coordinating, scheduling and delegating tasks.
• Serve as a working superintendent with knowledge of our self-performing trades, including carpentry, concrete, steel erection, and millwright services.
• Functioning as a working superintendent.
• Supervising and gaining respect of employees.
• Inventorying supplies and materials.
• Reading blueprints and engineering plans.
• Inspecting job sites for safety compliance.
• Communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, as applied to interaction with coworkers, project managers, owners, subcontractors, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive or give work direction.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and meet the company’s Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) standards.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent physical activity like climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, driving, pushing, pulling, lifting, and using hands.
• Work may involve exposure to mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, dust, chemicals, oils, harsh weather, poor lighting, tight spaces, and loud noise.

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 75 pounds of force occasionally (with team assistance) and/or up to 40 pounds of force frequently, and/or up 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise crews and subcontractors.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Has successfully completed several