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Gardner Builders

Construction Superintendent (Commercial Interiors)

Gardner Builders, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400

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Base pay range $105,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types Annual Bonus

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.

As Superintendent, you may work across any of our market focuses, including Healthcare, Industrial, Higher Education, Historical/Repositioning, Mission-Critical, and/or Life Sciences, but your primary focus will be Commercial Interiors.

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 great 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 Superintendent at Gardner Builders, you'll be the on-site lead for construction operations—balancing the details, managing field teams, 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 problems

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

Hosting weekly foreman 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

3+ years of experience leading teams and managing commercial construction projects as a Superintendent with a general contractor

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 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

3+ years of experience overseeing high‑end, Class A tenant improvement/commercial interiors projects as a Superintendent

Experience in drywall, finish carpentry, or millwork

Experience scheduling integrated teams using Outbuild 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.

At Gardner, we value great people above all else. This role can be filled by either a

union

or

non‑union

candidate, and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Non‑union employees will receive:

Annual Salary:

$105,000 - $130,000 (paid weekly) + discretionary bonus.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Health, dental, vision, HSA with employer contribution, and 401(k) plan with employer contribution.

Ancillary Benefits:

Company‑paid basic life & AD&D insurance, company‑paid long‑term disability, company‑paid employee assistance program, accident insurance, and critical illness insurance

Perks:

Company vehicle, apparel, power tools, company‑provided phone and laptop.

Work‑Life Balance:

Generous paid time off, paid holidays, paid sabbatical leave, paid bereavement leave, paid parental leave, and regular company and team outings.

Union employees will receive:

Salary + Benefits:

Union benefits, including healthcare and pension, are provided in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement. Weekly pay + discretionary bonus provided.

Perks:

Company vehicle, company‑provided apparel, power tools, phone and laptop.

Work‑Life Balance:

Paid holidays, 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.

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