Construction Superintendent

LaSalle Network; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

LaSalle Network is seeking a Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on federal and public agency projects. You will supervise multiple trades and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence on USACE projects across remote or shifting locations.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years of federal project experience, OSHA/EM certifications, and strong leadership with subcontractors. This on-site role in Des Plaines, IL offers hands-on ownership through mobilization to closeout.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of federal/public agency project experience.
• Bachelor's degree in construction preferred, or comparable experience.
• OSHA 30-hour and EM 385 certifications within last 5 years.
• OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
• NAVFAC ECATTS certification.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Strong communication and good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Provide field supervision across civil, force protection, electrical, carpentry, and finishes.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, building codes, and permits.
• Develop and maintain project schedules with the project team.
• Review submittals from subcontractors and vendors.
• Lead field operations from mobilization through closeout and commissioning.
• Monitor labor hours, RFIs, submittals, safety, and quality.
• Coordinate with client on-site representatives and manage subcontractors.

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Team coordination

Education

Bachelors in construction-related discipline

Tools

NAVFAC ECATTS

EM 385 40-hour certification

Job description

LaSalle Network is partnering with a well-established construction firm to find an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on federal and public agency construction projects. This role carries responsibility for safety, quality, project schedule, subcontractor coordination, design conflict resolution and site logistics across assigned projects.

This is a strong opportunity for a hands‑on construction leader who thrives managing multi‑disciplinary teams from mobilization through closeout and commissioning, and who is comfortable working on federal (USACE) project requirements in remote or shifting locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide field supervision of all construction work across technical disciplines, including civil, force protection, electrical, carpentry, framing, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, and finish work


• Ensure construction complies with contractual requirements, building codes, and permitting/inspection processes


• Determine construction means and methods as appropriate


• Review subcontractor, vendor, and teaming partner submittals for completeness prior to submission to the Architect or Client


• Develop, update, and maintain project schedules in coordination with the project team


• Manage assigned projects in the field from mobilization through closeout and handover, including commissioning


• Manage subcontractors to keep projects on schedule and in compliance with contractual requirements


• Track project progress including labor hours, material quantities, RFIs, submittals, safety, and quality, evaluating data against start dates to monitor schedule adherence


• Identify labor requirements for self‑performed work and forecast accordingly


• Maintain close working relationships with client on‑site representatives throughout project execution


• Ensure project staff and subcontractors comply with USACE quality and safety requirements


• Prepare required documentation, including daily reports, quality reports, safety reports, and RFIs


• Provide leadership, mentoring, and technical direction to project labor forces and subcontractors


• Monitor and respond to potential schedule slippage, including staying closely engaged with fabrication and delivery lead times

What's Needed?

• 5 to 10 years of related experience working on projects for federal and local public agencies


• Bachelor's degree in a construction‑related discipline preferred but not required; comparable experience considered in lieu of degree


• OSHA 30‑hour certification / EM 385 40‑hour certification within the last 5 years


• OSHA HAZWOPER certification


• NAVFAC ECATTS certification


• CPR/First Aid certification


• Strong communication skills and good judgment


• Ability to work under pressure


• Ability to work at remote locations


• Ability to travel and relocate depending on project location

What's In It for Me?

• Opportunity to lead field operations on federal and public agency construction projects


• Direct mentorship and collaboration with senior leadership


• Hands‑on ownership of projects from mobilization through closeout and commissioning


• Exposure to a wide range of technical disciplines and project types


• Compensation: $120,000-$140,000


• Location: Des Plaines, IL


• Work Model: On Site

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry‑level positions to the C‑suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry‑based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets.

• LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage.


• Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided.


• View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.

All assignments are at‑will and their duration is subject to change.