Superintendent – Heavy Highway​/Bridge Construction; IDOT & Tollway

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Lead major IDOT and Illinois Tollway bridge and highway projects with real authority in the field
• Join a proven heavy highway contractor with long‑term backlog and repeat public work
• Strong compensation starting at $100,000+ plus a company vehicle and full benefits
• Hands‑on leadership role for builders who like being on‑site, not stuck behind a desk
• Clear expectations and autonomy with support from experienced PMs and leadership

On‑site, full‑time across Chicagoland job sites. This is a true field leadership role where your day starts and ends on the project.

This role requires heavy highway IDOT or Illinois Tollway experience. Candidates must have 5–15 years of experience and a U.S. undergraduate degree (or equivalent field experience). Candidates with master’s degrees in civil engineering or non‑U.S. undergraduate degrees will not be considered.

Our client is a well‑established heavy highway and bridge contractor delivering complex public infrastructure projects throughout Chicagoland. They are known for high standards in safety, execution, and teamwork, and for building long‑term careers for field leaders who want to stay close to the work.

• Serve as Superintendent on heavy highway and bridge construction projects
• Lead daily field operations in collaboration with Project Managers and Foremen
• Coordinate crews, subcontractors, and site logistics to maintain schedule and quality
• Manage material deliveries and ensure all certifications meet contract requirements
• Maintain accurate daily documentation including reports, schedules, and photos
• Oversee and balance concrete pours and critical path activities
• Interface with inspectors, owners, and public agencies as needed
• Support project closeout, final quantities, and job cost reporting
• Work outdoors year‑round with occasional second‑shift work during phase changes

• 5+ years of experience on IDOT or Illinois Tollway heavy highway projects
• Prior experience as a Field Engineer, Project Engineer, Assistant PM, PM, or Superintendent on heavy civil work
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from a U.S. university, or equivalent heavy highway experience
• OSHA 10 or 30 preferred
• Strong understanding of plans, specs, means and methods
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; working knowledge of Bluebeam
• Comfortable leading crews and operating in fast‑paced jobsite environments

• Field‑driven culture that respects builders and decision‑makers on‑site
• Stable pipeline of public infrastructure work (not feast‑or‑famine)
• Leadership that trusts experienced Superintendents to run their jobs
• Tangible impact — you’ll see your work shaping real infrastructure every day

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance