Superintendent I (Building Site/Civil)

Summary

Mortenson is seeking a Superintendent I (Building Site/Civil) responsible for coordinating, planning, and supervising assistant superintendents, contractors, and craft activities.

Responsibilities

• Site & Civil Construction Leadership
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee mass grading, excavation, backfill, and erosion control activities
• Lead installation of underground utilities including storm, sanitary, water, ductbank, and associated structures
• Coordinate building foundations, slabs-on-grade, and exterior concrete in alignment with vertical construction sequencing
• Manage site access, haul routes, laydown areas, and logistics plans across a multi-building campus environment
• Partner with building superintendents to ensure smooth handoff from civil/site scopes to vertical construction
• Planning, Scheduling & Coordination
• Develop and manage short-interval plans, including three- and six-week look-ahead schedules for civil scopes
• Ensure materials, equipment, and inspections are planned and available to meet schedule commitments
• Review civil drawings, specifications, and contracts for constructability and completeness
• Coverage with design engineers, survey, and project engineering to resolve discrepancies and field conditions
• Lead daily huddles, weekly coordination meetings, and site planning sessions for civil operations
• Supervision & Team Development
• Supervise project partners, craft foremen, and crews performing civil and site work
• Interview, hire, transfer, and dismiss craft team members as required by project needs
• Coach and mentor assistant superintendents and craft team members, supporting skill development and career progression
• Track labor hours, productivity, and progress through proper task coding and field reporting
• Safety, Quality & Risk Management
• Provide visible leadership and accountability for safety, quality, environmental, and compliance standards
• Identify and mitigate site risks related to soil conditions, utilities, weather, and sequencing
• Proactively address unfavorable working conditions and drive continuous improvement in site operations
• Collaboration & Culture
• Build strong working relationships with internal teams, trade partners, inspectors, and clients
• Lead by example, promoting inclusive behaviors, open communication, and continuous feedback
• Effectively work with team members across diverse backgrounds, disciplines, and organizational levels

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or 10 years of relevant trade experience
• Minimum 5 years of construction management experience, with emphasis on site/civil or heavy civil work
• Experience with earthwork, underground utilities, concrete foundations, and site logistics preferred
• Current driver’s license
• Ability to manage multiple, complex work areas within a fast-paced project environment
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and planning skills
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong communication, active listening, and customer service skills
• Able to interpret and apply Mortenson policies and procedures
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 100%
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans

Benefits

• 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

Pay Range

The base pay range for this role is $114,000 - $167,100. (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%).

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of their race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected category.