Superintendent II/Project Superintendent - Wind

Mortenson
Minnesota, MN
On-site

Who this role is best for

Candidates with industrial construction experience and leadership acumen will find this supervisory role with high travel demands and a focus on large-scale projects.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 8+ years managing large commercial projects and leading diverse teams
    — “Minimum 8 years construction management or related experience”
  • Individuals with experience in self-perform work and project scheduling tools
    — “Must have experience with self-perform work. Managing sub-contractors only are not desired”
  • Professionals who have led from the field and mentored superintendents and foremen
    — “Must be able to effectively mentor and coach Foreman, General Foreman, Superintendents”

Things to consider

  • 100% travel is required, with limited time for personal life due to rotating home stays
    — “100% Travel required with regular rotations home every 3 weeks.”
  • No visa sponsorship is available, requiring legal authorization to work in the U.S.
    — “Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship”

How to stand out

  • Highlight specific examples of managing large commercial project schedules and tools used
    — “MUST have experience in large commercial projects, not residential.”
  • Emphasize leadership experience in managing both craft workers and superintendents
    — “Must be able to lead all levels of employees; craft to superintendents - lead by example”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • provided coordination, planning, and supervision to craft activities
  • developed and managed project schedules
Typical background
10+ years of experience in construction project management

Skills & requirements

Required

Construction Project ManagementSchedulingTeam LeadershipSafety ManagementQuality Control

Preferred

Crane ExperienceFoundation Concrete Experience

Stack & domain

Construction CoordinationPlanningSupervisionAssistant SuperintendentsContractorsCraft ActivitiesCustomer RelationshipsProject SchedulingConstruction DocumentsContract DocumentsDesign EngineersSite LogisticsTools And EquipmentProject Partner SuperintendentsTeam Member TrainingCareer DevelopmentSafety ManagementQuality ManagementRisk ManagementCompliance ManagementSelf-perform WorkSub-contractor ManagementLarge Scale ProjectsIndustrial ProjectsUtility ProjectsWind ProjectsSchedule CreationLook AheadsTeam OrganizationDiverse Team ManagementConstruction LawBusiness PracticesMicrosoft OfficeCommunicationCustomer ServiceCompany Policy InterpretationInclusive BehaviorsAffirmative Action PlansOSHA 30LeadershipStakeholder ManagementDecision-makingProblem-solvingTeam DevelopmentTrainingChange ManagementConstructionCivil EngineeringArchitectural EngineeringConstruction Management

About the role

Original posting from Mortenson

SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking a Superintendent that will be responsible for providing coordination, planning, and supervision to assistant superintendents, contractors, and craft activities in a particular area of discipline. Develop and enhance customer relationships by providing excellent service. 

Visa Sponsorships are not offered for this position. 

100% Travel required with regular rotations home every 3 weeks.  Must work Monday-Saturday for 3 weeks, then home for 7 days.

Must have experience in very fast paced environment.

MUST have experience in large commercial projects, not residential.  

Must be able to lead all levels of employees; craft to superintendents - lead by example

Must be able to effectively mentor and coach Foreman, General Foreman, Superintendents

Crane experience a plus, but must have worked on large scale projects, not just for a crane company.

Foundation concrete experience a plus.

MUST be able to create a schedule, understand and drive 3-, 6-, monthly, quartlery look aheads and be able to give actual examples of how you work the schedule and with what tools/software.  

Must be able to organize a diverse team.

Must have experience with self-perform work.  Managing sub-contractors only are not desired.

Wind experience a plus, but more important, worked in industrial and utility sized projects.  

Must meet the minimum experience requirements listed below.  Please review before applying. 

This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.  

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Plan and implement to ensure materials, equipment, and inspections support project schedule 

Review construction documents for completeness and constructability, understand contract documents, coordinate plans with design engineers 

Develop and manage project schedule, site logistics plan, utilize tools and equipment, collaborate with project partner superintendents 

Coach, supervise, and develop team members, conduct orientations, planning sessions, site meetings, supervise project partners, interview/hire/transfer/dismiss team members 

Ensure proper task coding, lead and track work progress, handle team member training, conduct career development discussions 

Build effective relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels 

Lead by example, offer coaching and feedback, manage performance 

Provide high-level management of safety, quality, risk, and compliance, recognize and mitigate unfavorable conditions, seek process improvements 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management,  

OR 10 years trade experience 

Current driver’s license 

Ability to fulfill development to closeout responsibilities for multiple, complex projects 

Detail-oriented, able to organize and manage multiple project tasks 

Basic understanding of construction law and business practices 

Intermediate Microsoft Office skills 

Positive, professional attitude and strong customer service skills 

Ability to interpret and communicate company policies 

Effective communication and active listening skills, openness to diverse input and feedback, ability to travel up to 100% 

Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans 

OSHA 30 Certification

Superintendent 2 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum 8 years construction management or related experience 

The base pay range for this role is $130,100 - $195,200. 

 Locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%). 

A few benefits offered include:  

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week) 

Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage  

Dental plan  

401k retirement plan with a generous 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   

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.  This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. 

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Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.  

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.  

ABOUT MORTENSON 

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.  

Let’s Redefine Possible®  

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category. 

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement. 

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Source: Mortenson careers

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