Senior Superintendent II - Massive Grading

Mortenson · United States

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Senior Superintendent II 

SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent II with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.  Aptitude to anticipate problems, critical issues, and opportunities as they arise; along with the capability to creatively problem-solve and bring together viable solutions. The Senior Superintendent II will be responsible for providing coordination of project site work activities and supervision of on-site work teams for multiple construction projects or large, complex construction projects. 

  • Must have Massisve Grading experience on extremely large projects.  (Note: Residential or Commercial projects, typically, are not big enough projects to be considered).

  • Must have extensive estimating and scheduling experience.  

  • Visa Sponsorships are not available for this position. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Overall management of construction activities and task assignments 

  • Interface with other departments to ensure all required 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 general working environment 

  • Review construction documents for completeness and constructability 

  • Create, review and update project schedule and three weeks look ahead scheduling 

  • Coordinate plans and specifications with engineers, identifying and clarifying any discrepancies 

  • Develop and implement site utilization plan and establish crew sizes 

  • Select formwork systems and equipment 

  • Conduct effective pre-construction planning sessions and project site meetings 

  • Oversight and supervision of work crews  

  • Coach, mentor and train field personnel, foremen, and assistant superintendents 

  • Establish and nurture teamwork environment 

  • Ensure crews have resources and support 

  • Provide work direction and performance evaluations 

  • Identity hiring needs and participate in hiring, performance management, and dismissal decisions  

  • Develop leadership potential through appropriate task assignments and career growth opportunities 

  • Implement Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety Program at project site 

  • Manage open shop and union issues 

  • Maintain relationships with all visitors to the site:  customers, architects, union representatives, subcontractors, et al. 

  • Manage site work and logistics efficiently, providing suggestions for improvement 

  • Additional duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or 10 years trade experience 

  • Minimum 12 years 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, open 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 

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