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General Superintendent - Data Center Construction

Mortenson Construction
Omaha, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/4/2026

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a General Superintendent I that will provide leadership and oversee the coordination of project site work activities and supervision of on-site work team for multiple construction projects or large, complex construction projects. Assist in coordinating management of craft and office personnel and providing equipment facility management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Oversee the management of construction activities and task assignments by collaborating with other departments to ensure all required materials, equipment and inspections support the project schedule

  • Work with Project Manager(s) to budget, forecast, and manage craft labor, equipment, materials, small tools, consumables, and general working environment

  • Lead the creation, review and update project schedule and three-week look ahead scheduling and oversee the development and implementation of site utilization plan and establish crew sizes

  • Drive effective pre-construction planning sessions and project site meetings

  • Provide leadership to work crews and group field operations by coaching, mentorship, performance evaluations, and train field personnel, forepersons, and assistant superintendents, superintendents, and sr. superintendents

  • Implement Mortenson's Zero Injury Safety Program at project site

  • Manage and lead open shop and union issues

  • Develop relationships with all visitors to the site: customers, architects, union representatives, subcontractors, etc.

  • Lead site work and logistics efficiently, providing suggestions for improvement

  • Assist the Field Operations Manager with monthly project review which includes budget, schedule, labor, safety, quality, and equipment

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or a related field or
  • Minimum 14 years construction management or related experience
  • Detail orientation for accurate and timely labor, safety, and quality reports, etc.
  • Knowledge of construction and generally accepted business practices
  • Basic understanding of multiple Mortenson systems (i.e., labor, financial, safety, quality, scheduling, and
  • planning)
  • Microsoft Office skills
  • Ability to travel up to 100%
  • Current driver's license

equivalent experience, or 10 years trade experience

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25 hours / week)

  • 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

The base pay range for this role is $178,800 MIN - $268,200 MAX. (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%). Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

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Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

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.

Let's Redefine Possible

Equal Employment Opportunity - Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.


Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

 

Salary : $178,800 - $268,200

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