Senior Superintendent I

Mortenson•Rayville, LA

8h•$144,300 - $216,500

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent I to coordinate project-site work and supervise on-site teams for multiple construction projects or large, complex projects. The role requires flexibility, resourcefulness, initiative, efficiency, professionalism, and the ability to anticipate and solve problems while coordinating with staff at all levels. The Senior Superintendent oversees construction activities, scheduling, site logistics, resources, safety, and field personnel. The role works with project managers and other departments to support project schedules and budgets, and maintains effective relationships with customers, architects, union representatives, subcontractors, and other site visitors. The position may involve solar or large industrial power projects and travel up to 100%.

Requirements

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in construction, civil or architectural engineering, or construction management, or 10 years of trade experience.
At least 15 years of construction experience.
At least 10 years of experience in a supervisory role.
Experience with solar or overseeing large industrial power projects.
Proven ability to fulfill responsibilities for multiple complex projects.
Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
Positive and professional attitude and strong customer-service skills.
Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
Current driver’s license.
Ability to travel up to 100%.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment-visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Manage construction activities and assign tasks.
Coordinate with other departments to ensure materials, equipment, and inspections support the project schedule.
Work with project managers to budget, forecast, and manage craft labor, equipment, materials, small tools, consumables, and the general working environment.
Review construction documents for completeness and constructability.
Create, review, and update project schedules and three-week look-ahead schedules.
Coordinate plans and specifications with engineers and identify and clarify discrepancies.
Develop and implement site utilization plans and establish crew sizes.
Select formwork systems and equipment.
Conduct pre-construction planning sessions and project-site meetings.
Oversee and supervise work crews.
Coach, mentor, and train field personnel, foremen, and assistant superintendents.
Establish and nurture a teamwork environment; ensure crews have resources and support.
Provide work direction and performance evaluations.
Identify hiring needs and participate in hiring, performance-management, and dismissal decisions.
Develop leadership potential through task assignments and career-growth opportunities.
Implement Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety Program at the project site.
Manage open-shop and union issues.
Maintain relationships with site visitors, including customers, architects, union representatives, and subcontractors.
Manage site work and logistics efficiently and suggest improvements.
Perform additional 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.
Eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.