Job OverviewThe Superintendent II (Project Lead) at Skanska USA Building is a field leadership role focused on managing construction operations, implementing strategy, and driving short-term project results. Reporting to the Senior Superintendent, this position requires regular on-site presence to oversee work, monitor progress, and participate in production, safety, and supervisory meetings. It also includes leading a small to mid-sized team and providing input on hiring, performance, and rewards decisions.
This role places strong emphasis on safety, quality, schedule, cost, and subcontractor management. The Superintendent II is responsible for ensuring compliance with Skanska's EHS program, managing contracts and vendor agreements, developing logistics and sequence plans, monitoring project costs and pay requisitions, and overseeing subcontractor performance. The position also requires ownership of schedule development and management, along with coordination of plans, specifications, and preconstruction planning to keep the project on track.
The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience, plus substantial relevant construction leadership experience. Required background includes safety and QAQC leadership, fit-out or area leadership on larger projects, change order management, subcontractor oversight, schedule updates, and reading plans and specifications. Preferred qualifications include experience with Procore, Revit, AutoCAD, OPC, JD Edwards, and strong communication and management skills.
Superintendent 2 (Project Lead) Required Qualifications:- 5+ years of being a Safety and QAQC Cultural Champion
- 8+ Years of proven construction experience
- 5+ years effectively coordinating subcontractor activities
- 3+ years experience helping to create a master schedule with a scheduler and managing the schedule during construction
- 3+ years experience with planning a project and creating logistic plans
- 2+ years experience with reading and understanding plans, specifications and subcontractor contracts
- 2+ years experience with mentoring and managing other Superintendents
Currently, the company is not considering applicants for this position who now or in the future require employment sponsorship by the company.
Our Investment in you:- We believe that Benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That's why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance, and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and Benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
- As a Skanska community, our values ground us, and our diversity of experience propels us forward. No matter what your career stage, there's a place for you to thrive here and partner with us in shaping how our world lives, moves, and connects.
- At Skanska, we Care for Life. And we're committed to supporting your whole health and peace of mind through inclusive and personalized total rewards.
- We're committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growth
- Compensation and financial well-being - Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401k, & Employee ownership program.
Come work with us and join a winning team!Apply Today for Immediate Consideration!Background Check RequiredPrimary LocationUS-OR-Portland
Primary Work Location/AssignmentOnsite
Skanska Business UnitSkanska USA Building Inc.
Employee StatusFull Time
Telecommute (Used for Career Site)No
