Superintendent - Great Lakes Region

OBR Cooling Towers • Minneapolis, MN

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The OBR Field Superintendent oversees cooling tower construction and repairs, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, on time, and to quality standards. Extensive travel is required depending on project location.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 10+ years in field cooling tower construction with a minimum of 4 years as a foreman in cooling tower construction.
• Negative 10-panel urinalysis and breath alcohol test.
• Valid Driver's License and proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• Score of 2 or less in Disa.

Nice To Haves

• Construction management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervising field crews and maintaining customer satisfaction
• Delivering projects within contract, budget, and schedule
• Enforcing safety standards and demonstrating strong leadership
• Collaborating with engineering, project management, purchasing, and construction teams to meet client expectations.
• Ensure safe work practices; stop work if unsafe conditions exist
• Interface with clients and represent OBR on all project aspects
• Supervise, mentor, and train field technicians, Foremen, Leadmen, and crews
• Conduct safety orientations and enforce OBR/industry standards
• Manage materials, equipment rentals, and suppliers
• Oversee erection process and subcontractor progress
• Prepare daily reports, time reports, and final close-out documentation
• Develop and manage budgets, schedules, and work plans
• Inspect work to ensure quality, compliance, and adherence to drawings/specifications
• Coordinate pre-construction meetings and collaborate with supervisory, engineering, and project teams to resolve issues
• Contribute to bid strategies, project planning, and problem-solving
• Manage large crew resource pools across projects of varying size and complexity
• Travel to job sites as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Including medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• Retirement Plan: A 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Health Savings Account: OBR providers employer contributions to your HSA.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and workshops.
• Life Insurance: OBR provides company-paid coverage, with voluntary options available for employees and their families.
• Short Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accidental Injury: Voluntary insurances options available.
• Per Diem, Mileage, and Gas: OBR provides per diem, mileage, and fuel reimbursement for business travel under company guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED