Superintendent (Ground Up/Industrial)

At Gardner, we believe commercial construction should feel as welcoming as it is professional. That’s why we don’t just build and remodel, we build relationships, rooted in hospitality. Our mission is to set the platinum standard for our clients, partners, and team members by delivering exceptional results while embodying our core values: passion, humility, excellence, empathy, and nimbleness. We bring a hospitality-driven approach to every project, ensuring that every interaction is thoughtful, responsive, and human-centered.

Who You Are

You’re a hands-on leader who thrives in the field, keeping people and projects moving forward with confidence, clarity, and care. Relationships are the core of your work. You serve as the trusted advisor and liaison for our clients, providing hospitality at every step of the process. You’re the kind of person who’s calm under pressure, quick to solve problems, and excellent at bringing people together. You set a high bar for craftsmanship, safety, and collaboration, and you expect the same from everyone around you.

You believe that success on a jobsite is about more than just checking off tasks; it’s about building trust, staying organized, and leading by example. You enjoy coordinating moving parts and motivating teams to deliver quality work on time and on budget. Most importantly, you’re energized by watching a plan come to life.

How You’ll Contribute

As a Ground Up/Industrial Superintendent at Gardner Builders, you'll be the on-site lead for construction operations, balancing the details, managing field teams, scheduling, and serving as a point of connection between trade partners, clients, and your internal project team. From the start of a project through closeout, you'll be responsible for:

• Leading and coordinating daily site operations across multiple projects


• Managing schedules, sequencing work, and ensuring progress aligns with project goals


• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized jobsite


• Driving quality by proactively identifying and resolving issues before they become problem


• Communicating with trade partners, field staff, and project managers to ensure alignment


• Hosting weekly foremen meetings to keep everyone informed and on track


• Ordering materials, scheduling inspections, and maintaining accurate records


• Acting as a visible, responsive, and reliable presence on site


• Jumping in as needed to solve problems quickly, professionally, and collaboratively


• You’ll also be a role model for safety and hospitality, setting the tone for a positive, productive jobsite culture.

What Success Looks Like

You’ll know you’re succeeding when:

• Jobsites are safe, organized, and on schedule.


• Communication flows clearly between field and office


• Team members feel supported, informed, and engaged


• Trade partners trust your leadership and value working with you


• Clients are impressed by the smooth execution and the way your team shows up

What You’ll Bring

• 5+  years of experience as a superintendent building ground-up/industrial commercial construction projects


• Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate large, complex sites, including projects with challenging soil conditions and weather impacts


• Hands-on experience managing precast and steel frame building projects and navigating sitework and logistical challenges


• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, trade scopes, and site logistics


• A humble, team-oriented approach and the ability to manage several tasks at once while keeping a cool head


• Confidence in reading plans, coordinating teams, and adapting to change.


• OSHA 30 certification


• Proficiency with scheduling software, construction platforms like Procore, Google tools,  Microsoft Office tools, and Apple devices


• Ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience with scheduling integrated teams using construction scheduling software


• Deep knowledge of safety protocols and permitting processes


• A proactive, problem-solving mindset and a calm presence when things get tough

Why Join Gardner Builders?

We are proud to be recognized as:

• 7-Time “Best Places to Work” by Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal


• 6-Time “Top 150 Workplaces” by Minneapolis Star Tribune


• #1 Top Workplace in Construction by Star Tribune (2023)


• 4-Time “Best Workplace” by Inc Magazine


• “Best Places to Work” by Milwaukee Business Journal
  

Our culture-first approach encourages personal and professional growth, an EOS-led structure, and a commitment to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, challenged, and loves coming to work.

Compensation & Benefits

At Gardner, we value great people above all else. This role can be filled by either a union or non-union employee, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. 

• Comprehensive Benefits: Non-union employees receive health, dental, vision, HSA with employer contribution, and 401k plan with employer contribution. (Note: for union-affiliated positions, benefits and other terms of employment are subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement


• Ancillary Benefits: Non-union employees receive company-paid basic life & AD&D insurance, company-paid long-term disability, company-paid employee assistance program, accident insurance, and critical illness insurance.  (Note: for union-affiliated positions, benefits and other terms of employment are subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement)


• Perks: Company vehicle, paid parking, company-provided iPhone, iPad, and laptop.


• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off,  paid sabbatical leave, paid bereavement leave, paid parental leave, and regular company and team outings.

Interview Process

Our process typically includes 2-3 conversations (phone and in-person) to ensure a mutual fit.

Pre-Employment Screening

Drug screen and background check required.

Other Items to Note 

• Gardner 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. 

• We are only considering local candidates at this time.  Relocation assistance is not available. 

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This role is active and hands-on. You'll spend most of your time on construction sites, walking on uneven surfaces, climbing ladders, crouching, kneeling, and occasionally lifting materials. You’ll need clear vision, good hearing, and strong communication to stay safe and effective. Some desk time is required for updating schedules, reviewing plans, and sending project updates.

You’ll work in a mix of environments from climate-controlled buildings to outdoor sites in all kinds of weather. Renovation projects may involve exposure to existing materials or conditions that require extra precautions. PPE is provided and expected when needed. Sites can be loud, dusty, and fast-paced, and we count on our superintendents to lead with safety and professionalism. Reasonable accommodations are available to support individuals with disabilities in performing the essential functions of the role.