Superintendent

At Findorff, we bring expertise and value in construction that extends far beyond building. From humble beginnings in 1890, Findorff has grown into one of the Midwest's most respected construction firms, known for delivering quality and building lasting relationships across the country. As an employee-owned company, our people take pride in shaping communities through their dedication and craftsmanship.

As a Superintendent, you are responsible for the overall direction of field operations, completion schedules, safety, and quality of your project. You will lead and motivate field personnel and subcontractors on the jobsite to bring the project to a successful completion for our clients. You are key in establishing a positive, effective and collaborative work relationship with project management, owners, architects, and subcontractors.

The Project:

The project includes an 8-story residential building with a partial wrap of a 9-story parking structure, totaling over 1M sf of student housing. The new build will consist of 404 units and 1,546 bedrooms. The property will feature a rooftop pool, spa, fitness center, and basketball court as amenities. The first phase of the project is scheduled to break ground in February of 2026 completing summer of 2028 and second phase completing summer of 2029.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and schedule project, including short interval schedules.
• Lead Foreman Meetings and contribute to pre-job/pre-task planning and post job meetings.
• Monitor job progress by managing subcontractors, solving problems, using proper documentation, implementing quality & safety control techniques on the job.
• Influence and oversee delivery results through effective leadership and collaboration
• Generate clear, concise, and appropriate RFI's in a timely manner.
• Manage project costs by weekly evaluation of labor, material, and equipment costs.
• Demonstrate superior construction process knowledge.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by recognizing and meeting all the client's needs.
• Provide leadership through team building communications, motivation, confidence, good judgment and active listening.
• Manage and mentor other Findorff leaders and field personnel.
• Ensure that all parties understand the importance of safety on the project and follow OSHA requirements.
• Take measures to improve production, reduce waste, and improve quality.
• Foster positive relationships with Owners, Architects, and colleagues through communication and project updates.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or a similar level of experience in construction trades, with a background overseeing multiple projects as a Superintendent or Supervisor in the commercial sector.
• 6+ years' experience in commercial construction with the capability to manage projects valued over $30M.
• Must possess ground up construction knowledge and experience.
• Experience in self performed trades and concrete fundamentals is a plus.

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• A people-first, inclusive culture
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Generous PTO and floating holidays
• Healthy 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Findorff Shop credit to buy company swag
• Career growth and development
• Mentorship and guidance

Diversity matters. Findorff recognizes the talents of all, appreciating the different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that make us a stronger company and partner for the communities we live and work in.

Findorff provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.