Heavy Civil Superintendent

Orionplacement; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

A specialized civil contractor in the Chicago area is seeking an experienced field leader for heavy civil projects. The role involves leading field operations, coordinating crews and materials, and ensuring safety and quality in project execution. Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant heavy civil experience and proven field leadership skills. Benefits include dental and vision insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of directly relevant heavy civil construction experience.
• Prior field leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of field safety and production management.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations on heavy civil construction projects.
• Coordinate crews and subcontractors effectively.
• Drive safe, high-quality execution in the field.

Skills

Field leadership

Safety management

Site coordination

Production management

Job description

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a specialized heavy civil contractor where field leadership has real visibility, ownership, and impact
• Take the lead on meaningful civil construction work involving complex coordination, safety, production, and execution
• Work with a team that self-performs critical scopes instead of relying heavily on outside parties
• Be part of a growing operation where strong superintendents are trusted to make decisions and keep work moving
• Step into a role with strong earning potential, real responsibility, and the chance to help drive successful project outcomes in the field

Location: This role is based in the Chicago area and is field-based, with time spent at active job sites as needed to support project execution.

Note: Must have ample heavy civil experience and prior superintendent or field leadership experience in civil construction. Candidates without direct heavy civil field experience will not be considered.

About Us

We are a specialized contractor focused on complete foundation construction and related civil work, from site surveying and drilling through rebar cage construction, concrete placement, finish work, and site cleanup. Our team values safety, accountability, execution, and leaders who know how to keep field operations moving. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Lead day-to-day field operations on heavy civil construction projects
• Coordinate crews, subcontractors, equipment, materials, and site logistics
• Drive safe, on-schedule, high-quality execution in the field
• Maintain look-ahead planning and help resolve sequencing or coordination issues before they impact production
• Partner with project management, foremen, and field teams to keep work aligned with plans and project goals
• Track daily production, site progress, and field issues
• Communicate with owners, inspectors, engineers, and trade partners as needed
• Support quality control, documentation, punch list items, and project closeout activities
• Help reinforce accountability, teamwork, and strong field performance across the job site

Qualifications

• 3+ years of directly relevant heavy civil construction experience
• Prior superintendent, general superintendent, foreman, or similar field leadership experience strongly preferred
• Background in heavy civil, foundations, concrete, earthwork, utilities, drilling, or related sitework
• Strong knowledge of field safety, sequencing, site coordination, and production management
• Able to lead crews and keep work moving in a fast-paced field environment
• Valid driver's license required

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will be joining a team that values strong field leadership and practical problem-solving. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants real ownership in the field, the ability to make an impact on active projects, and the chance to grow with a specialized civil contractor that performs essential work.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance