Assistant Superintendent

Mortenson•Nashville, TN
•$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 construction discipline. The role coordinates on-site operations and scopes of work, including equipment, labor, and schedule, and supports project managers with schedule development and updates. It also oversees craft labor processes, equipment coordination, production planning, safety support, quality control, and craft worker development through project closeout and demobilization.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 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 within 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 scopes of work, including equipment, labor, and schedule.
  • Provide guidance on setup, work in place, and project closeout and demobilization activities.
  • Support and participate with project managers in schedule development and updates.
  • Coordinate with equipment facilities and outside equipment providers for project equipment, such as cranes, trailers, and trucks.
  • Review and verify quantity takeoffs and materials management processes during buyout for assigned 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 for self-perform and subcontractor work.
  • Orient, train, and evaluate craft workers in a timely manner, including performance management 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+ 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 extensive work-life resources.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Adoption assistance.
  • Gym membership discount program.
  • Eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.
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