Construction Superintendent, Industrial

ARCO/Murray; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

Performance-based bonus program

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) options

Tuition reimbursement

Paid sabbatical

Paid volunteer leave

Charitable match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

ARCO/Murray in Downers Grove is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead construction projects, primarily in cold storage and food processing. This role involves managing all aspects from start to finish, ensuring projects meet specifications and budgets.

The ideal candidate possesses extensive construction experience, strong leadership abilities, and proficiency in scheduling tools. The position offers comprehensive benefits including vehicle allowance, performance bonuses, and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• 5‑25+ years of construction experience, including 5+ as lead superintendent on cold storage or food and beverage projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project scheduling tools.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet physical job demands.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects from day one to completion.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and ensure project specifications are met.
• Prepare construction schedules and job progress reports.
• Direct adherence to safety standards on job sites.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Construction safety

Problem-solving

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Project scheduling programs

Job description

ABOUT YOU Do you have an extreme commitment to safety? Are you a hard‑working leader that never settles for less than superior quality? Do you prefer to manage the construction process from outside the trailer? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an exciting, long‑term career opportunity for you. Who are we? We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies. This opportunity is local to the Chicagoland area.

ARCO/Murray National Construction is currently seeking an experienced Superintendent with 5‑15+ years of experience leading ground‑up industrial, cold storage, wastewater (WWT), or food and beverage processing construction projects. As an ARCO/Murray Superintendent, you will manage all administrative tasks associated with construction and field operations for your project from day one, helping to ensure completion on schedule, within budget, and per the project specifications.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Vehicle allowance or company‑provided vehicle
• Industry‑leading performance‑based bonus program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement for associates
• Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
• 1‑month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
• 1‑week paid volunteer leave each year
• 100% charitable match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Paid parental leave

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Attend the post‑award review meeting to receive project information and pre‑planning details before construction.
• Participate with the project manager in preparing a construction schedule, organization structure, staff selection, and the manpower and equipment requirements.
• Direct and control the total construction project to meet specifications and the allotted schedule efficiently, producing the expected profit.
• Assist in the activities of the project manager/engineer, including prompt shipment of materials and permanent equipment, and obtaining approvals of shop drawings and material samples.
• Coordinate subcontractors to perform work effectively and integrate it with project schedules and progress.
• Inform supervisors and subcontractors promptly of any construction schedule changes.
• Assist in preparing all job progress and cost reports that accurately reflect actual costs.
• Review and approve all requisitions, field purchase orders, invoices, and other significant reports and documents.
• Cooperate with the owner and representatives, keeping them informed of construction progress.
• Cooperate with architects or owner representatives on an amicable basis, but in the long‑term interest of the company.
• Hold job‑site meetings with the project manager and regional manager; report regularly to the project manager to keep them constantly informed on job progress, plans, and problems that could significantly affect costs or schedules.
• Maintain a daily diary to permanently record all significant project facts, events, conditions, visitors, owner‑representative contacts, commitments, agreements and approvals.
• Direct adherence to the company’s safety program in all phases and areas of the project.
• Make decisions under tight deadlines.
• Organize people, tools, and equipment and plan/manage multiple activities to accomplish desired results.
• Demonstrate leadership skills with ability and willingness to face challenges, direct others, and adequately address conflict.
• Exhibit commitment to quality by evaluating project‑related processes and making necessary changes, using customer input to make improvements, and meeting/exceeding internal and external customer expectations.
• Act with integrity that supports the company, its values, and employees, while maintaining a constant focus on meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectations.

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

• 5‑25+ years of construction experience, with at least 5 of those years as a lead superintendent on cold storage or food and beverage processing facility ground‑up builds, additions, or build‑outs.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and project scheduling programs.
• Current, valid driver’s license in your state of residence.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including standing or walking for long periods, occasional uneven terrain, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and/or lifting up to 50 pounds.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

EOE, including disability/vets.