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Construction Senior Superintendent

Estes Construction
Estes Construction Salary
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/14/2026

At Estes Construction, we are people-focused, with a culture of growth and development. We have a collaborative team approach, prioritize safety and quality, and empower every team member to be a leader.

We are accepting applications for a full-time Senior Superintendent to join our team!

Our construction Senior Superintendents are responsible for the overall planning, management, and execution of work for assigned commercial construction projects. They provide overall administrative and technical directions on projects and uphold company and project policies, ensure jobsite safety, maintain customer interface and ensure our projects are constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule. On average, they manage two to five multi-million-dollar construction projects per year.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities: The Senior Superintendent may include supervisory responsibilities for field operations, including 2 or fewer direct reports.

 

Skills & Qualifications include:

  • Minimum eight years’ industry experience preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and Procore
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated leadership experience with a strong track record of commitment, engagement, and integrity
  • Exceptional client interaction skills and developing trade partner relationships
  • The ability to travel to project locations primarily located in Central Iowa; must be able to travel up to 6-8 hours from home and the occasional weekend and/or evening
  • Desire to represent the company at work and community events
  • OSHA 10 hour
  • Valid driver’s license

 

Benefits to fit your needs:

  • Top 75th percentile salary plus bonus program
  • 401K with company match
  • Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Health Savings and Flex Spending Account
  • Generous paid time off programs prioritizing well-being and self-care
  • Parental benefits
  • Well-being and Employee Assistance Program
  • Incentive Compensation Program
  • Work program discounts, employee engagement events, professional training and development

  

About Estes:
Being the best is our true desire. The best builder. The best employer. Achieving this standard of excellence drives us and reminds us daily that being average isn't the Estes way.

 

Company founders Jim and Lori Estes started their company in 1970 with the guiding principles of advocacy, value, responsiveness and leadership. These four tenets are still the foundation of everything we do and define our culture.

 

Talent Recruiter

Jenny Dun Schnauber

jdun@estesconstruction.com

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