The Boldt Company

Senior Superintendent

The Boldt Company$127K — $170K *
Wixom, MI 48393In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field or equivalent experience.
  • 12 years of industry experience with 8 years in supervisory roles.
  • Expertise in construction scheduling and cost control is essential.
  • Proven ability to develop innovative construction methods and techniques.
  • Basic understanding of craft jurisdiction under collective bargaining agreements.
  • Familiarity with various building systems like structural steel and electrical systems.
  • Strong mentoring and leadership capabilities, especially under pressure.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the main point of contact for project stakeholders including owners and architects.
  • Plan and supervise site operations, including staffing and materials.
  • Lead and develop field teams to ensure safety and quality standards are met.
  • Manage project schedules, reporting, and communication across teams.
  • Resolve onsite issues while ensuring compliance with safety and budget constraints.

Benefits

  • Travel compensation including daily per diem for project assignments.
  • Opportunity to lead and shape high-value construction projects.
  • Supportive work environment fostering collaboration and innovation.
  • Strong emphasis on professional growth and mentorship opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Senior Superintendent
Location: Wixom, MI
Company: Boldt Company
Anticipated Salary Range: $127,000 - $170,000
Additional Compensation: Travel bump and daily per diem while on project

Join our team as a construction leader responsible for driving successful project execution from the field. In this role, you'll serve as the primary point of contact for owners, architects, and engineers while leading field teams, subcontractors, and trade partners to deliver high-quality work safely and on schedule. You'll oversee daily operations including planning, staffing, scheduling, and site logistics, while ensuring alignment with project plans, budgets, and client expectations. This role requires strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills to manage jobsite activities, maintain compliance, and foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $127,000 - $170,000 annually. This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

What You Bring
  • Four-year bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field. An equivalent combination of a high school degree with training and/or experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Twelve years industry experience and eight years supervisory experience in construction technology, methods, equipment, tools, and work procedures required.
  • Advanced understanding of construction scheduling, cost control and ability to control and supervise large groups essential.
  • Effectiveness in developing innovative construction methods and techniques for the project. Willingness to openly share experience and ideas for project improvement.
  • Must have basic understanding of craft jurisdiction and working under collective bargaining agreements.
  • Awareness of the general construction, structural steel installation, crane setup, crane capacity, masonry, millwright work, heavy rigging, and critical lift plans.
  • Understanding of a wide variety of building systems including structural steel, metal deck, cast in place concrete systems and shoring, wood framing, chilled water systems, steam generation and distribution, emergency power and electrical systems, high and medium voltage, etc.
  • Ability to mentor and train project team in all construction issues, efficiently lead large teams on complex projects and show leadership and be calm under pressure.
  • OSHA 30 certification is preferred.
  • A valid driver's license may be required. Individuals in this role may be subject to an annual Motor Vehicle Records check. The outcome of any MVR checks conducted may negatively impact the persons' ability to participate in any vehicle program provided by the company, including but not limited to the ability to drive a personal vehicle on behalf of The Boldt Company or rent a vehicle through for business travel purposes.

Nice to Have
  • Serve as the main point of contact with owners, architects, and engineers
  • Plan and oversee field work, including staffing, materials, equipment, and schedules
  • Lead and develop teams to deliver work safely, on schedule, and to quality standards
  • Manage site operations, schedules, reporting, and communication across project teams
  • Resolve issues, maintain compliance (safety, permits, budget), and drive project performance

Physical requirements and working conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to position objects and operate tools or controls. Employee occasionally uses computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to position self to maneuver in confined or awkward spaces. The employee regularly is required to remain in a stationary position and move to access people or machinery or workspaces. Employee is occasionally required to ascend and/or descend a ladder or stairs to reach work areas. The employee must regularly move up to 20 pounds and occasionally move up to 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to travel (as vehicle driver and as passenger on various modes of transportation) and frequently performs work on-site at construction work sites. Specific abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employee views computer monitor regularly. The employee is required to be able to optimally communicate while on the job site and throughout the completion of duties.

The working conditions of this position requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment to maintain safety and prevent exposure to harmful materials. The environment for which this position functions may be exposed to prolonged loud noises and may contain scents and fragrances. May be requested to work overtime and weekends.

Unsolicited Correspondence

The Boldt Group and its subsidiaries engage recruiting agencies exclusively through our Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team and only when a valid, Boldt approved agreement is in place. Boldt does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions at any time, including agencies with an active agreement-unless the submission is expressly requested by the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. Any unsolicited submissions will be deemed the property of The Boldt Group, and no placement fees will be paid. All agency inquiries must be directed to the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. At this time, we are not entertaining any new agency submissions or outreach.

About The Boldt Company

The Boldt Company is a construction services company headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin. The company was founded in 1889 by Martin Boldt and has since grown to become one of the largest construction firms in the United States. The company provides a wide range of construction services, including design-build, general contracting, and construction management. Boldt has completed projects in a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, industrial, and commercial. The company is known for its commitment to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area. Boldt is a privately held company and is still owned by the Boldt family.
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