Project Superintendent

Address 650 Quaker Avenue, Jordan, MN, 55352, US

Compensation $/year

Job Description

🚜 Take Charge of the Field – Join SM Hentges & Sons Inc. as a Project Superintendent! 🚜

Position Title: Project Superintendent
Company Name: SM Hentges & Sons Inc.
Salary: $120,000+ per year, plus commission, performance bonus, and year-end bonus
Industry: Civil Construction / Utilities / Sitework
Location: Jordan, MN

SM Hentges & Sons Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Superintendent to oversee field operations on complex civil construction projects across the Midwest. This role is essential to ensuring our projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and with exceptional quality. As the on‑site leader, the Superintendent is responsible for coordinating crews, subcontractors, and equipment while maintaining project timelines and budgets. If you’re a hands‑on leader with a background in highway and infrastructure construction, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

SM Hentges & Sons Inc. is a respected, family‑owned civil contractor with decades of success across residential, industrial, and public infrastructure sectors. We combine old‑school values with modern innovation, offering our team opportunities for real growth, robust benefits, and a culture built on integrity, teamwork, and respect. From bridges to underground utilities, we’re building the future—together.

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Lead all day‑to‑day field operations, managing crews, subcontractors, materials, and equipment

Maintain daily and weekly work plans aligned with the master project schedule

Communicate with Project Managers, engineers, inspectors, and clients to keep everyone aligned

Enforce safety standards and company policies, promoting a culture of accountability

Monitor jobsite productivity, quality, and compliance with specifications and DOT standards

Manage logistics, deliveries, and equipment use to keep the jobsite organized and efficient

Record and report daily field activity including labor, materials, equipment, and delays

Collaborate with PMs on cost control, scheduling, and project forecasting

Provide mentorship and guidance to field crews, fostering team development

Identify and resolve field issues proactively to avoid delays and added costs

7+ years of experience in heavy civil construction (highways, utilities, bridges, grading, etc.)

Proven success leading field teams on large‑scale projects

Strong knowledge of sitework, paving, earthmoving, and municipal/DOT project delivery

Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications, and safety standards

Excellent communication, coordination, and conflict resolution skills

Proficient with daily reporting, schedule tracking, and field documentation

Familiarity with construction software (HCSS, Procore, or similar) is a plus

High school diploma or GED required

• Pay & Performance
  • Base salary of $120,000+
  • Commission structure
  • Performance Bonus & Year-End Bonus
  • Weekly Pay Cycle
  • Prevailing Wage Project Opportunities
• Health & Insurance
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Life and Disability Insurance Options
• Work-Life Balance & Support
  • Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Sick)
  • Flexible Time Office Support
  • Per Diem for Travel Assignments
• Work Tools & Resources
  • Company Vehicle
  • WEX Fuel Card and Pump Access
  • Safety Equipment Provided
  • Smartphone or Tablet Tech Package

Full-Time

Monday to Friday

Weekend work may be required based on project timelines

Onsite at civil construction projects throughout the Midwest

Travel required to various job locations based on project assignments

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.