Deputy Install Manager (3-year Term)

Fermi Research Alliance, LLC; Lead (SD); On-site; USD 111,400 - 146,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive retirement plans

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous paid time off and holidays

Professional development and training

Job summary

Fermilab is seeking a Deputy Install Construction Supervisor to lead field crews on a major construction program. The role emphasizes safety, cost control, and schedule adherence while coordinating with project management and subcontractors in an active laboratory environment.

Minimum education includes a bachelor's in a related field with substantial experience, or an associate degree with extensive heavy industrial construction background.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• OR Associate degree with 15+ years of heavy industrial/construction experience.
• Onsite field experience with heavy industrial or commercial projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Construction Specialist staff, including training and performance management.
• Define scope, labor requirements, materials, and execution strategy with project management.
• Coordinate procurement and document progress of work.
• Inspect work for contract specs, quality standards, and building codes.
• Prepare cost estimates and validate subcontractor invoices.
• Monitor schedules and address delays or subcontractor performance issues.
• Ensure ES&H and OSHA compliance on site; manage safety programs.
• Provide regular reporting on progress and risks.

Skills

Field leadership

Decision making under pressure

Documentation and reporting

Effective communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Associate degree + 15+ years heavy industrial/construction experience

Tools

Job description

The expected hiring range for this position is: $111,400.00-$146,600.00.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

What your day-to-day as a Deputy Install Construction Supervisor will look like:

• Lead and supervise Construction Specialist staff, including training, timecard approvals, and performance management
• Support hiring decisions, performance evaluations, and personnel actions including compensation and disciplinary processes
• Partner with project management to define scope, labor requirements, materials, and execution strategy for construction work
• Coordinate procurement of materials and ensure accurate documentation of work in progress and completed activities
• Inspect construction work to ensure compliance with contract specifications, quality standards, and applicable building codes
• Prepare cost estimates, validate subcontractor invoices, and conduct final acceptance inspections
• Review and negotiate subcontractor change requests; elevate major impacts to project leadership as needed
• Monitor project schedules and proactively address delays, conflicts, or subcontractor performance issues
• Coordinate construction activities with active laboratory operations, including utility impacts, traffic control, and site logistics
• Oversee subcontractor compliance with ES&H requirements, OSHA standards, manufacturer specifications, and hazard analyses
• Ensure subcontractors execute proper planning and quality control processes from pre-job meetings through final acceptance
• Issue and document corrective or disciplinary actions related to non-compliance with technical, safety, or quality standards
• Provide regular reporting to project management on construction progress, risks, and field issues
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation across all construction activities
• Support operational needs, including additional duties as assigned
• Ensure all work is performed in full compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations

Skills and Attributes for Success:

• Strong field leadership presence with the ability to hold subcontractors accountable
• Confident decision-maker who can balance cost, schedule, and quality under pressure
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail in documentation and compliance
• Effective communicator across trades, engineers, and project leadership
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams in an active, operational environment
• Practical problem-solver who can anticipate issues before they impact the project

Applicable Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Proven experience managing heavy industrial or commercial construction projects
• Broad knowledge across construction disciplines including civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, and building systems
• Strong understanding of OSHA standards and construction safety practices
• Familiarity with ES&H programs and compliance requirements (FESHM knowledge preferred)
• Experience with cost estimating, subcontractor management, and construction scheduling
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Minimum Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field with 10+ years of relevant experience

OR Associate degree (or equivalent experience) with 15+ years of heavy industrial/commercial construction experience

Work Arrangement:

This position is onsite and requires regular presence in the field. Work may include coordination across active construction zones and operational laboratory environments.

Benefits/Perks:

• Fermilab offers a comprehensive benefits package to support your well‑being and career growth
• Competitive salary and retirement plans
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Access to onsite wellness programs
• Opportunity to contribute to large‑scale, mission‑driven scientific infrastructure projects

Why Fermilab:

Fermilab is America's premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

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