Senior Superintendent II

Mortenson•Rayville, LA

14d•$164,300 - $246,500

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent II to coordinate project-site activities and supervise on-site work teams for multiple construction projects or large, complex projects. The role requires interacting with staff at all levels in a changing environment while remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, efficient, and professional. The Senior Superintendent II anticipates problems, critical issues, and opportunities, and develops creative, viable solutions. The position manages construction activities, schedules, resources, logistics, and work crews; coordinates with project managers, departments, engineers, and site stakeholders; and supports project delivery and site safety. It also includes coaching and developing field personnel and contributing to hiring and performance decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil or Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management, or 10 years of trade experience.
Minimum 12 years of construction management or related experience.
Current driver’s license.
Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
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.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employment visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Manage construction activities overall and assign tasks.
Coordinate with other departments to ensure 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 the general working environment.
Review construction documents for completeness and constructability.
Create, review, and update the project schedule and three-week look-ahead schedules.
Coordinate plans and specifications with engineers and identify and clarify discrepancies.
Develop and implement the site utilization plan 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 provide suggestions for improvement.
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.
Eligibility for Mortenson’s incentive plan.