Senior Superintendent - Mission Critical

Senior Superintendent – Mission Critical

Location: Iowa

We’re working with a leading General Contractor looking for an experienced Senior Superintendent to lead mission critical construction projects across Iowa.

This is a hands-on field leadership role for an experienced Superintendent who knows how to take ownership of a complex project, lead a strong field team, and keep subcontractors aligned from start to finish. You’ll join a well-established contractor with a strong project pipeline and opportunities to grow.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee overall field operations from ground-up construction through project completion.
• Lead the field team, providing direction and support to Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents.
• Coordinate subcontractors, manage jobsite logistics, and drive schedule milestones across all trades.
• Lead daily field meetings and subcontractor coordination meetings to keep teams aligned.
• Plan ahead to resolve field challenges, manage sequencing, and prevent delays.
• Set expectations for safety, quality, and accountability throughout the jobsite.
• Work closely with project management and owners to address challenges and deliver a successful project.

Compensation & Perks:

• Competitive base salary
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Gas card
• ESOP / profit sharing
• Project-based bonus
• Per Diem if Traveling
• Travel Stipend if Traveling
• Company cell phone, iPad, and other electronics
• Company credit card

What They’re Looking For:

• Senior Superintendent experience, or a strong track record as a lead Superintendent with a General Contractor
• Experience overseeing large, complex ground-up projects
• Background in mission critical, data centers, advanced manufacturing, or other complex commercial construction
• Proven ability to lead field teams and manage multiple subcontractors and scopes
• Strong scheduling, planning, and communication skills
• A leader who develops others, takes ownership, and follows through

Interested in learning more? Apply directly or reach out to me for a confidential conversation.