Construction Superintendent

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Construction Superintendent Job Description

• Lead and manage field crews and subcontractors for efficient daily operations.
• Oversee activities and performance of sub-subcontractors.
• Coordinate with Project Manager and General Superintendent for project progress and success.
• Attend client meetings to ensure work aligns with Contract Documents.
• Plan and optimize schedules for crew, equipment, and materials.
• Develop contingency plans for potential delays or disruptions.
• Communicate daily with Project Managers and General Superintendent.
• Submit daily reports, including production unit tracking and time updates.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and safety protocols.
• Enforce company policies across all jobsite activities.

• Subcontractor management
• Underground construction
• Construction safety
• Earthwork
• Commercial construction
• Site utilities
• Construction management
• Demolition
• Grading
• Excavation
• Supervision
• Safety protocols
• Utilities management
• Sewer system knowledge
• OSHA 30-Hour certification
• Quality control

• Advanced plan reading (civil / underground blueprints) experience required.
• Experience in leading a crew and supervising subcontractors & trades onsite.
• Experience with civil projects, site utilities, commercial earthwork/excavating.
• Knowledge of GPS, grade management, and laser technology within earthwork/excavating.

As a Superintendent, the primary work environment is onsite in the field. There is typically a trailer setup with office space for administrative tasks. The role requires traveling between job-sites throughout the week, with mileage compensation provided for travel exceeding 60 miles from site to site.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $48.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago, IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.