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Senior Superintendent I - Civil

Mortenson
United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Jul 2025
💰 $211,200/yr($140,800/yr$211,200/yr)

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Senior Superintendent I - Civil

 SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent I  for our Civil Operating Group with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.  Aptitude to anticipate problems, critical issues, and opportunities as they arise; along with the capability to creatively problem-solve and bring together viable solutions.  The Senior Superintendent will be responsible for providing coordination of project site work activities and supervision of on-site work teams for multiple construction projects or large, complex construction projects. 

 RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Overall management of construction activities and task assignments 
  • Interface with other departments to ensure all required materials, equipment and inspections support the project schedule 
  • Work with Project Manager(s) to budget, forecast, and manage craft labor, equipment, materials, small tools, consumables, and general working environment 
  • Review construction documents for completeness and constructability 
  • Create, review and update project schedule and three weeks look ahead scheduling 
  • Coordinate plans and specifications with engineers, identifying and clarifying any discrepancies 
  • Develop and implement site utilization plan and establish crew sizes 
  • Select formwork systems and equipment 
  • Conduct effective pre-construction planning sessions and project site meetings 
  • Oversight and supervision of work crews 
  • Coach, mentor and train field personnel, foremen, and assistant superintendents 
  • Establish and nurture teamwork environment 
  • Ensure crews have resources and support 
  • Provide work direction and performance evaluations 
  • Identity hiring needs and participate in hiring, performance management, and dismissal decisions  
  • Develop leadership potential through appropriate task assignments and career growth opportunities 
  • Implement Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety Program at project site 
  • Manage open shop and union issues 
  • Maintain relationships with all visitors to the site:  customers, architects, union representatives, subcontractors, et al. 
  • Manage site work and logistics efficiently, providing suggestions for improvement 
  • Additional duties as assigned 

 QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or 10 years trade experience  
  • Minimum 15 years of construction experience 
  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in a supervisory role 
  • Experience with solar or overseeing large industrial power projects 
  • Proven ability to fulfill all responsibilities for multiple, complex projects 
  • Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks 
  • Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices 
  • Microsoft Office skills at an intermediate level 
  • Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills 
  • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies  
  • Current driver’s license 
  • Travel 100%

  A few benefits offered include:  

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week) 

  • Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage  
  • Dental plan  
  • 401k 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   

 **The base pay range for this role is $140,800- $211,200. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Wash

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