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Construction Superintendent

Boyd Jones Construction
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/6/2026
We are…

At Boyd Jones, we have over a century of construction expertise, but what truly sets us apart is our focus on people and communities. Every project we construct represents a story—of the individuals, organizations, and communities it will serve. We’re dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and delivering lasting spaces that make a difference.

How You’ll Contribute…

Boyd Jones is seeking a Construction Superintendent who is a proactive, independent worker capable of precise, accurate work. This includes maintaining the highest quality while administering excellent construction safety practices with all on-site activities.

Key Responsibilities…

  • Coordinates and supervises all project construction activities, field personnel, and subcontractors to achieve project completion on schedule, within budget, with quality that conforms to plans and specifications
  • Maintains positive relationships with owners, architects, subcontractors, suppliers and other employees
  • Understands project plans and specifications and identifies issues requiring clarification through requests for information
  • Submits daily project reports that document job site activities and maintains a detailed three-week look-ahead construction schedule
  • Tracks daily time and production for company employees and submits a labor and equipment report each week
  • Conducts weekly subcontractor coordination meetings to identify and solve issues that impede progress
  • Schedules inspections as necessary throughout the project
  • Promotes job site safety, encourages safe work practices and rectifies job site hazards immediately
  • Conducts weekly safety meetings for company employees
  • Maintains a tidy and organized job site, including the construction office
  • Prepares, schedules and manages completion of a final punch list

What You’ll Bring…

  • Technical: Ability to thoroughly comprehend plans and specifications, sequence and schedule on-site work and maintain quality control standards. Computer literacy with email, word processing and spreadsheets
  • Problem Solving: Analyzes problems and makes sound decisions in a timely manner based on objectives, risks, costs and implications
  • Leadership: Ability to successfully coordinate the work of subcontractors, supervise self-performed work and communicate effectively with architects and owners
  • Communication: Displays strong oral and written communication skills along with interpersonal skills needed to work well with diverse personalities and accurately document technical issues in written correspondence and reports
  • High school diploma required. Associates or Bachelors’ degree in or related to Construction Management desired.
  • 5 or more years of successful experience in supervising new building construction or major building renovation projects valued at more than $5 million

Our People…

At Boyd Jones, our people are our most valuable asset. We’re dedicated to hiring talented, passionate individuals who reflect our values every day in everything they do. When you join Boyd Jones, you become part of a team that respects your perspective, invests in your growth, and prioritizes your success.

Our Values…

  • Partnership: We are dedicated to developing genuine relationships.
  • Safety: Everyone goes home safely—every day.
  • Stewardship: We protect resources, deliver sustainable projects, and enhance communities.
  • Continuous Improvement: We always ask, “How can we do this better?”
  • Integrity: We do what we say we’ll do and prioritize the right decision, always.

What We Offer…

  • Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, 401(k)).
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
  • A supportive, team-oriented workplace that values collaboration.

Take the next step in your career and join a company where your contributions genuinely matter. Apply today and help us build a better future, one project at a time.

We’d love to hear from you!

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Boyd Jones does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Boyd Jones employee. Boyd Jones will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Boyd Jones and will be processed accordingly.

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