Assistant Superintendent

Mortenson • Itasca, IL

10d • $95,700 - $129,200

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Assistant Superintendent to coordinate and supervise subcontractors and craft team members within a particular construction discipline. The role oversees project labor, on-site operations, schedules, equipment, materials, production planning, safety, and quality, and supports projects from development through closeout. The position may require travel up to 100%.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of construction management or related experience.
• Current driver's license.
• Electrical circuitry qualification, or ability to become qualified by Mortenson Electrical Managers if necessary.
• Ability to fulfill development-to-closeout responsibilities for multiple complex projects.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
• Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills.
• Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service skills.
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
• Active listening skills and effective communication; openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Ability to travel up to 100%.
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of, or interest in, a Master, Journeyman, or Apprentice electrician program.

Responsibilities

• Manage project labor, including craft labor and subcontractors.
• Monitor and address issues in weekly labor reports.
• Review and approve craft worker certifications and training for specialty craft roles.
• Participate in site orientation training, first-hour orientation, and site safety meetings.
• Coordinate review and approval of craft worker timecards.
• Participate in the hiring and dismissal process for craft workers.
• Coordinate on-site operations and scope of work, including equipment, labor, and schedule.
• Guide activities including setup, work in place, and project closeout and demobilization.
• Support Project Managers with schedule development and updates.
• Coordinate with equipment facilities and outside equipment providers for project equipment, such as cranes, trailers, trucks, and Conexus.
• Review and verify quantity takeoffs and materials management during the buyout process for specific scopes of work.
• Manage Production and Innovation Boards for assigned scopes of work.
• Manage Plan of Day (POD) activities for assigned scopes of work.
• Support the Safety Manager and/or Engineer with site safety audits and worker-to-worker observations.
• Manage quality control of self-perform and subcontractor work.
• Orient, train, and evaluate craft workers in a timely manner, including using the performance management process when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost (for eligible Non-Craft and Non-Union Craft employees working 25 or more hours per week).
• Dental plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 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 work-life resources.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.
• Gym membership discount program.
• Eligibility for Mortenson's incentive plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level