Construction Superintendent

Kintec Search; Stonefort (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kintec Search seeks a Construction Superintendent for a Stonefort, IL area project. The role oversees day-to-day site operations, coordinates subcontractors, and ensures safety and QA throughout the project duration.

Ideal candidates have civil, electrical, and structural know-how within solar or similar industries, plus strong communication and leadership to manage field teams and timelines. This is a full-time, local role requiring travel and hands-on field work.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma required.
• Four years of construction supervisory experience with a successful track record in project supervision.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Project, and various construction management tools.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards; OSHA 10 and/or 30 Certification.
• First Aid CPR Certification.
• SWPPP Certification.
• Experience with construction management software is a plus.
• Understanding of medium voltage systems and equipment is a plus.
• Willingness to travel
• Valid and current Driver's License
• Field-based role with extensive walking
• Physical demands include lifting up to 50 lbs
• Daily travel required with occasional overnights

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activities of sub-contractors
• Host daily POD meetings with contractors
• Enforce OSHA and industry best safety practices on site
• Record weekly toolbox talks and daily job hazard analysis
• Maintain daily logs, capture photos, handle RFIs, observations, punch lists, weekly meeting minutes, three-week look aheads, deliveries, quantities, and manpower tracking using construction management tools
• Receive deliveries and maintain records of all bills of lading
• Conduct mock-up, daily, and milestone inspections
• Host weekly progress meetings with all stakeholders and distribute meeting minutes
• Perform weekly and rain event SWPPP inspections
• Work closely with internal and external teams to ensure project quality standards are met
• Collaborate with senior superintendents and project management to maintain schedules and uphold quality
• Lead by example and enforce company and regulatory safety policies; address non-compliance among all employees, contractors, and vendors
• Share experience and best practices for continuous project improvement
• Assist with design support in Geo-Tech and Push/Pull Testing
• Support pre-construction activities such as site surveys and utility walks
• Interact effectively with contractors, consultants, and project managers

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Field supervision

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

Excel

MS Project

Construction management software

Job description

Stonefort, IL (must be local, 50 miles or less)

Contract Type

12 months (rolling)

Job Summary

The Construction Superintendent is an experienced people manager with civil, electrical, and structural expertise, preferably in the solar industry. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day operations at the construction site(s), coordinating subcontractors, leading safety practices, and ensuring quality assurance throughout the project duration. Effective communication and time management are essential for balancing workflow and maintaining progress on project milestones.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activities of sub-contractors
• Host daily POD meetings with contractors
• Enforce OSHA and industry best safety practices on site
• Record weekly toolbox talks and daily job hazard analysis
• Maintain daily logs, capture photos, handle RFIs, observations, punch lists, weekly meeting minutes, three-week look aheads, deliveries, quantities, and manpower tracking using construction management tools
• Receive deliveries and maintain records of all bills of lading
• Conduct mock-up, daily, and milestone inspections
• Host weekly progress meetings with all stakeholders and distribute meeting minutes
• Perform weekly and rain event SWPPP inspections
• Work closely with internal and external teams to ensure project quality standards are met
• Collaborate with senior superintendents and project management to maintain schedules and uphold quality
• Lead by example and enforce company and regulatory safety policies; address non-compliance among all employees, contractors, and vendors
• Share experience and best practices for continuous project improvement
• Assist with design support in Geo-Tech and Push/Pull Testing
• Support pre-construction activities such as site surveys and utility walks
• Interact effectively with contractors, consultants, and project managers

Supervisory Responsibility

Yes - Direct supervisory role over teams

Position Type

Full Time

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma required
• Experience: Four years of construction supervisory experience with a successful track record in project supervision
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Project, and various construction management tools
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards; OSHA 10 and/or 30 Certification
• First Aid CPR Certification
• SWPPP Certification
• Experience with construction management software is a plus
• Understanding of medium voltage systems and equipment is a plus
• Willingness to travel
• Valid and current Driver's LicenseField-based role with extensive walking
• Physical demands include lifting up to 50 lbs
• Daily travel required with occasional overnights

Preferred Education

• 4-year college degree in a relevant discipline preferred

Preferred Experience

• Prior management/construction experience (5 years)
• Experience in solar industry construction is a bonus

Bonus / Nice to Haves

• Willingness to relocate
• NFPA 70E
• OSHA 30 Certification
• Professional licenses in trade (e.g., CSL, NABCEP PV, etc.)
• Highly organized
• Strong communication and leadership abilities