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Senior Superintendent

Job in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, 53201, USA
Listing for: Mortenson
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-19
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Site Manager, Construction Manager/ Foreman
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 144300 - 216500 USD Yearly USD 144300.00 216500.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior Superintendent I

Senior Superintendent I

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent I 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 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.

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

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

  • Minimum 15 years of construction experience

  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in a supervisory role

  • Experience with solar or overseeing large industrial power projects

  • Proven ability to fulfill all responsibilities for multiple, complex projects

  • Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks

  • Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices

  • Microsoft Office skills at an intermediate level

  • Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills

  • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies

  • Current driver’s license

  • Ability to travel up to 100%

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

The base pay range for this role is $144,300 - $216,500 (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay…

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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