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Assistant Superintendent

$95.7k - $129.2k

Mortenson Construction

Assistant Superintendent  

SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Assistant Superintendent responsible for providing coordination and supervision of sub-contractors and craft team members within a particular construction discipline.  

 

RESPONSIBILITIES  

  • Manage project labor (craft labor, subcontractors) 

  • Monitor and address issues within weekly labor reports  

  • Review and approve craft worker certifications and trainings for specialty craft roles  

  • Participate in site orientation training, first hour orientation, and site safety meetings  

  • Coordinate review and approval of craft worker timecards  

  • Participate in hire and dismissal process of craft workers  

  • Coordinate on-site operations/Scope of Work (Equipment, Labor, Schedule) 

  • Provide guidance on activities including set-up, work in-place, and project closeout/demobilization  

  • Support and participate with Project Managers on schedule development and updates  

  • Coordinate with equipment facility and outside equipment providers for project equipment, i.e. cranes, trailers, trucks, Conexus, etc.  

  • Review and verify quantity takeoffs and materials management process during the buyout process for specific scopes of work  

  • Manage scope(s) of work Production and Innovation Boards  

  • Manage scope(s) of work Plan of Day (POD) activities  

  • Support Safety Manager and/or Engineer with site safety audits, worker to worker observations, etc.  

  • Manage quality control of self-perform and subcontractors’ work  

  • Responsible for the orientation, training, and timely performance evaluation of craft workers, including performance management process if necessary  

  • Other duties as assigned  

QUALIFICATIONS  

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience  

  • Minimum 3 years construction management or related experience  

  • Current driver's license  

  • Completion of or interest in Master, Journeyman, or Apprentice electrician program preferred  

  • Electrical circuitry qualified or ability to be qualified by Mortenson Electrical Managers, if necessary  

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

  • Organize and manage multiple project tasks  

  • Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices  

  • Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills  

  • Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service skills  

  • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies  

  • 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  

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 $95,700 - $129,200. (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 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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Please make note:  

  • 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.  

  

Other Items to Note  

  • 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.  

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