Superintendent

SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent I 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