Travelling Superintendent - Midwest

At this time, we can only consider applicants with authorization to work in the United States on a permanent, full-time basis; unfortunately, we cannot provide visa sponsorship.

Founded in 1999, Norcon is a Chicago and Indianapolis-based, employee-owned General Contractor that manages the construction of simple to complex commercial projects as well as high-end residential projects. Norcon completes work all over the country through our Chicago and Indianapolis offices. We pride ourselves on being client-focused, as well as a leader in today’s progressive construction industry. Our diverse history of award-winning projects includes commercial, retail, educational, pharmaceutical, hospitality, religious and high-end residential construction.

We are proud of the work we do and the team we’ve built. We believe that creating and fostering a great company culture is good for both. We work smart, hold ourselves to the highest standards, develop our team, work collaboratively, deliver great results for our clients, and have fun!

We are continuing to grow Norcon’s presence in the Indianapolis market and are looking to add an experienced Traveling Construction Superintendent to our team. Ideally, this individual will be based in the Greater Indianapolis area and will support Norcon projects throughout Indiana and across the country.

As Traveling Construction Superintendent, you will lead and coordinate all field activities from preconstruction through project closeout, with responsibility for safety, quality, schedule and day-to-day jobsite operations. The ideal candidate has earned a reputation for working well with clients, architects, project teams, field staff and subcontractors and is comfortable taking ownership of a project in the field.

This is a traveling position and requires the ability and willingness to travel regularly for project assignments, including extended periods working away from home.

• Review and thoroughly understand the entire project scope and project documentation
• Lead all day-to-day field operations and jobsite activities
• Perform and coordinate jobsite setup including temporary utilities, permanent utilities, dumpsters, job trailers, barricades, fencing, signage, etc.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and prepare four-week look-ahead schedules, reviewing progress against the master schedule weekly
• Run Field Foreman Meetings to communicate project expectations, sequencing and upcoming work
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors onsite to maintain schedule and meet Norcon’s workmanship and quality standards
• Develop strong working relationships with clients, owners’ onsite personnel, architects and project partners
• Manage jobsite safety and ensure Norcon and project-specific safety procedures are consistently followed
• Monitor quality control, construction methods, equipment use and field production
• Prepare accurate daily journal reports documenting onsite construction activity
• Identify and communicate potential schedule, cost, quality or coordination issues before they impact the project
• Manage field-related costs associated with the base contract, change orders and T&M work
• Coordinate inspections and work with local authorities having jurisdiction as required
• Lead project closeout activities including final inspections, occupancy requirements, as-built drawings and punch list completion
• Work closely with Norcon’s Project Management team throughout all phases of the project

• Strong understanding of commercial construction means, methods and sequencing
• Demonstrated ability to manage project safety, quality, schedule and field operations
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage subcontractors and field…