Superintendent

McGough•Rochester, MN

44d•$108,000 - $162,000

About The Position

The Superintendent plans and oversees all aspects of an assigned construction project, including pre-planning from preconstruction through post-construction. The role manages field operations and works to achieve project goals while providing comprehensive leadership to field staff, subcontractors, and suppliers. The Superintendent collaborates with Project Management and other teams on budgets, schedules, quality, safety, procurement, documentation, and closeout. The position also supports preconstruction pursuits, estimating and bidding, CPM scheduling, project documentation, subcontractor management, cost control, and project meetings. It includes mentoring and guiding team members, promoting ethical conduct and a safe, inclusive work environment, supporting Lean construction and continuous improvement, and building relationships with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and other stakeholders. Regular travel to various job sites and regional offices is required. Work takes place outdoors in varied weather and may involve exposure to dirt, dust, and other materials.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
5–8 years of construction-related leadership experience.
Ability to read and interpret project plans, specifications, CRM schedules, and shop drawings.
Working knowledge of construction scheduling, means and methods, and productivity tracking.
Strong verbal and written communication and leadership skills.
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and innovative, forward-thinking approach.
Computer literacy and strong computer skills.
High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
Demonstrated experience initiating and driving continuous improvement.
Ability to walk jobsites, climb ladders, and access all areas of a project.
Strong collaboration skills, safety-first mindset, thoroughness, attention to detail, prioritization, and multitasking within time constraints.
Ability to work as a self-starter with minimal supervision.
Willingness to travel regularly to various job sites and regional offices.

Nice To Haves

8–10 years of progressive construction experience, including supervisory roles.
Healthcare construction experience.
Strong knowledge of concrete construction methods and form systems.
Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, Hammertech, or P6.
Knowledge of and experience with the Last Planner System and associated tools.
Current OSHA 30 certification.

Responsibilities

Participate in or lead preconstruction planning, including crisis management planning, site logistics and safety plans, site-specific rules, and completion of the Redbook.
Contribute schedule, logistics, safety, and subcontractor-selection insights to pursuits, proposals, and interviews.
Conduct and participate in pre-job walkthroughs and QA/AC page-turn sessions.
Coordinate with Project Management to align project labor, material, and equipment budgets before project start and resolve budget issues.
Provide leadership and oversight to field staff, subcontractors, and suppliers on active projects.
Supervise Assistant Superintendents and evaluate weekly work plans, schedules, and logistics.
Implement and maintain project schedules, coordinating timely updates with Project Management.
Oversee accurate and compliant on-site documentation, including drawings, daily logs, and inspection records.
Manage project budgets and forecasts for labor, materials, and equipment, and address deviations with Project Management.
Assist with procurement, subcontractor selection, RFI development, and trade scope reviews.
Oversee implementation of the site-specific Quality Control plan with QC and Project Management teams.
Lead safety orientations and meetings and ensure compliance with OSHA and other applicable requirements.
Lead Lean construction initiatives, including Pull-Planning, standard work practices, and continuous improvement.
Organize and lead Superintendent and coordination meetings to support cross-functional alignment.
Troubleshoot on-site challenges, including delays and labor disputes, to minimize impacts on progress.
Support closeout, including punch lists, commissioning, final inspections, and owner training.
Build and maintain working relationships with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
Integrate McGough self-perform capabilities, warehouse resources, small tools, and equipment rentals into project planning and execution.
Perform quantity take-offs and assist with bid solicitation and evaluation; participate in trade scope reviews.
Support CPM scheduling and learn and apply Last Planner System principles through weekly and daily planning sessions.
Review drawings and specifications; manage electronic document workflows; draft and process RFIs; review and process submittals and shop drawings; participate in BIM coordination; and support LEED documentation when applicable.
Assist with subcontractor change requests and invoice reviews, performance tracking, and compliance.
Support labor cost tracking, procurement, cost coding, cost history reporting, and application of change documentation such as CCDs, PRs, and ASIs.
Attend and participate in safety, coordination, foreman, startup, and Project Assessment meetings, documenting and distributing minutes as required.
Align the team with company values and strategy through transparent, consistent communication.
Promote ethical conduct, enforce policies, and foster an inclusive and safe work environment.
Set clear goals and mentor team members, encouraging accountability and collaboration.
Participate in punch-list generation and resolution and assist with final as-built documentation.
Stay informed about industry trends, identify opportunities, support process improvements and innovations, and manage key external relationships.
Contribute to business development by maintaining relationships and participating in industry and company-sponsored events.
Represent McGough professionally, attend company and project meetings, pursue ongoing development, collaborate across departments, and support Lean events and the McGough Way.
Perform additional duties as assigned.