Construction Superintendent - Mankato
Construction Superintendent - Mankato
Knutson Construction
Description:
Knutson Construction, recognized as one of Minnesota’s Top Workplaces, is seeking a Superintendent to join the Mankato team.
This role provides on-site management of commercial construction projects to ensure quality, safety, strong customer experience, and financial performance.
Company Culture:
Knutson promotes a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented environment.
The company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion across its workforce and communities.
Employees are encouraged to bring ideas forward and grow professionally.
Responsibilities:
- Lead daily field operations for assigned projects
- Develop and manage project schedules with the project team
- Plan, coordinate, and communicate daily site activities
- Review and approve sequencing of materials, equipment, and subcontractors
- Collaborate with project management on subcontractor scope development
- Mentor field staff including assistant superintendents and engineers
- Prepare and submit weekly timecards
- Coordinate procurement tracking with project engineers
- Maintain daily construction logs and documentation
- Assist with RFIs and project documentation
- Collaborate with estimating to understand project scope
- Serve as liaison between owner and construction team
- Enforce quality control and assurance standards
- Manage on-site project costs and approve invoices
- Identify and communicate out-of-scope work
- Document project issues impacting cost or schedule
- Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders
- Support business development efforts
- Assist in hiring, training, and developing field staff
- Represent the company professionally on job sites
- Promote company values and teamwork
Safety Responsibilities:
- Maintain and enforce a zero-incident safety culture
- Lead daily safety meetings and weekly safety audits
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and safety regulations
- Coordinate with safety department during inspections
- Report and document safety incidents
- Participate in required safety training
Required Skills and Experience:
- 10 to 15 years of commercial construction experience
- Proven ability to lead large construction teams
- Knowledge of building codes, OSHA standards, and regulations
- Strong understanding of construction processes and project lifecycle
- Ability to manage project costs and schedules
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
- Professional and composed demeanor
- OSHA 30 certification or equivalent safety training
- Willingness to travel as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience as a Superintendent with a general contractor
- Experience leading projects over $10M
- Experience in education, healthcare, industrial, or similar sectors
- Background in construction trades
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Remodeling experience
- Experience in project interviews and business development
- Additional construction certifications
- Experience managing self-performed work
- Experience with phased construction projects
Benefits and Perks:
- Competitive pay
- Career advancement opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account with employer contribution
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Time Off
- Life and long-term disability insurance
- Mentorship program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee referral bonus program
- Flex Fridays
- 401(k) with company match
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Profit-sharing program
- Paid parental leave
- Union-specific benefits may apply if applicable
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Location: Mankato, MN
Level: Mid Level – Field
Salary: $105,000 to $165,000
Additional Info
Job Type : Full-Time
Experience Level : Director
Job Function : Project Management





