Construction Superintendent - Jacksonville, IL

Carlson-Bros.-Inc.; Jacksonville (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) company match

Health benefits

Paid time off

Company vehicle or allowance

Technology package

Job summary

Carlson Bros. Inc. in Jacksonville, IL is seeking a Construction Superintendent to lead day-to-day field operations on large commercial, public works, and multi-family projects.

You will coordinate subcontractors, manage schedules, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time completion. You will work with Project Management, inspectors, and trades, and take ownership of field performance from mobilization to closeout.

Qualifications

• 7–15+ years of commercial construction field experience.
• Proven experience as a Superintendent or lead field role.
• Experience in commercial, municipal, public safety, or multifamily construction.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, coordination, and site logistics.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Experience with fire & rescue facilities, civic buildings, and multi-family projects is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site construction activities from mobilization through closeout, keeping the jobsite organized, efficient, and well planned.
• Coordinate subcontractors, manage short-term schedules, and maintain steady progress toward project milestones.
• Identify and address issues early, whether related to coordination, sequencing, or site logistics, and keep work moving without unnecessary disruption.
• Enforce jobsite safety requirements, lead regular safety meetings, and maintain a clean, compliant work environment.
• Monitor work as it's installed, coordinate inspections, and ensure the finished product meets plans and specifications.
• Communicate clearly with the Project Management team, inspectors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to keep the project on track.

Skills

Field leadership

Project coordination

Safety management

Reading drawings

Construction sequencing

Job description

Carlson Bros. Inc.

Construction Superintendent - Jacksonville, IL

N Main St. & W Dunlap St.
Jacksonville, IL 62650

Salary: 110,000.00 - 130,000.00 USD / YEAR

Compensation: $110,000–$130,000 + Performance-Based Bonus

We are expanding our presence in the Jacksonville, IL area, delivering large scale commercial, public works, and multi-family construction projects. We are looking for Construction Superintendents who play an integral role in leading project sites and take responsibility for leading a field team.

Position Summary

The Construction Superintendent is responsible for the day-to-day field execution of the project. This includes coordinating subcontractors, managing site operations, and ensuring the work is completed safely, on schedule, and with a high level of quality. This role is for someone comfortable being a leader from start to finish — you'll work closely with the Project Management staff, but responsibility for how the project runs in the field resides with you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site construction activities from mobilization through closeout, keeping the jobsite organized, efficient, and well planned.
• Coordinate subcontractors, manage short-term schedules, and maintain steady progress toward project milestones.
• Identify and address issues early, whether related to coordination, sequencing, or site logistics, and keep work moving without unnecessary disruption.
• Enforce jobsite safety requirements, lead regular safety meetings, and maintain a clean, compliant work environment.
• Monitor work as it's installed, coordinate inspections, and ensure the finished product meets plans and specifications.
• Communicate clearly with the Project Management team, inspectors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to keep the project on track.

Qualifications

• 7–15+ years of commercial construction field experience
• proven experience as a Superintendent or lead field role
• experience in commercial, municipal, public safety, or multifamily construction
• strong understanding of construction sequencing, coordination, and site logistics
• ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
• Experience with fire & rescue facilities, civic buildings, and multi-family projects is a plus but not required.

Competitive base salary ($110,000–$130,000 depending on experience); performance-based bonus; 401(k) with company match; health benefits; paid time off; company vehicle or allowance; technology package.

About the Company

A stable, growth-oriented contractor focused on delivering high-quality projects through disciplined execution and strong field leadership. We value people who take ownership, follow through, and take pride in how their projects are run.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.