Construction Superintendent

Actalent; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company is seeking a Construction Superintendent in Vernon Hills, IL. You will coordinate project tasks, oversee jobsite logistics, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in high-value ground-up projects and proficiency in construction software. This contract to hire role offers competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Experience in multifamily residential and mixed-use construction.
• Knowledge of construction safety and supervision.
• Experience in subcontractor management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project tasks to meet or exceed schedule.
• Oversee jobsite logistics, safety, and quality assurance.
• Act as client liaison when leading site.

Skills

Experience with ground-up projects valued at $25 million or higher

Proficiency in construction software (MS Project, Procore)

OSHA-30 certification

Job description

Overview

Construction Superintendent at Actalent. Location: Vernon Hills, IL. This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vernon Hills, Illinois. The role involves coordinating project tasks to meet or exceed schedules, overseeing jobsite logistics, safety, and quality assurance, and acting as the client liaison while leading the site.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project tasks to meet or exceed schedule.
• Oversee jobsite logistics, safety, and quality assurance.
• Act as client liaison when leading site.
• Ensure permits and approvals are secured and maintained.
• Build positive relationships with inspectors.
• Schedule and manage inspections.
• Ensure compliance with municipal codes.
• Obtain final occupancy permits.
• Enforce safety policies and maintain signage/manuals.
• Lead weekly safety meetings via Procore.
• Maintain clean, safe worksite.
• Host and respond to safety inspections.
• Review plans for constructability and sequencing.
• Support QA/QC program development and implementation.
• Coordinate testing and layout accuracy.
• Ensure work meets specs and standards.
• Conduct pre-punch walks and assist with scheduling.
• Attend kickoff and set up jobsite logistics.
• Manage crews, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain site security and neighbor relations.
• Communicate regularly with project manager and subcontractors.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs.
• Track progress, update schedules, and log daily activity.
• Support change orders and subcontractor coordination.
• Complete punch list items and final billings.
• Return marked-up documents for as-builts.
• Collect warranties, lien waivers, and manuals.

Essential Skills

• Experience with ground-up projects valued at $25 million or higher.
• Proficiency in construction software, specifically MS Project and Procore.
• OSHA-30 certification is a plus.
• Sitework and site utilities experience would also be a plus.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in multifamily residential and mixed-use construction.
• Knowledge of construction safety and supervision.
• Experience in subcontractor management.

Work Environment

This position is based at the Hawthorne Mall Apartments Site in Vernon Hills, IL. The role involves spending more than 50% of the day on feet, walking around the site to coordinate all on-site activities. There is a trailer onsite to facilitate work operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vernon Hills, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits

Pay range: $50.48 - $62.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, benefits may include:

• 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 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)

Availability

Application Deadline: Sep 17, 2025.

About Actalent

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, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.