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Assistant Superintendent

M.A. Mortenson CompanyChicago, IL + 1 more

Full TimeCommercial$96k – $129kPosted Oct 16, 2026Travel: Up to 100%

Coordinate craft crews, subcontractors, schedules, and site operations as a traveling Assistant Superintendent with Mortenson.

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Job Summary

Mortenson is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to coordinate field crews and subcontractors within an assigned construction discipline.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee craft labor and subcontractor activity, address labor issues, and coordinate timecards, hiring, training, and performance reviews.
  • Coordinate scope execution, equipment, schedules, materials, and work from site setup through closeout.
  • Support schedule development, quality control, and field safety audits and meetings.
  • Manage daily work planning and production activities for assigned scopes.

Required Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in construction, civil or architectural engineering, or construction management, or equivalent experience.
  • At least three years of construction management or related experience and a current driver's license.
  • Ability to manage multiple complex projects from development through closeout and travel up to 100%.
  • Electrical apprenticeship or journeyman experience is preferred; electrical circuitry qualification or ability to qualify may be required.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, project and web applications, construction practices, and effective communication.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary is $95,700-$129,200, with higher ranges for specified office locations. The role is eligible for an incentive plan. Benefits include medical, prescription, vision and dental coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid leave, insurance, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and other programs.

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Locations
Chicago, IL, Itasca, IL

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