Lead Rigging & Automation Project Supervisor

Flyhouse; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) company match

Year-end bonus

Paid training

Paid time off

Weekly overtime

Job summary

The Chicago Flyhouse, Inc. is seeking a Project Supervisor in Chicago, IL to lead onsite rigging installation teams for counterweight systems, motorized rigging, and automated drapery.

You will collaborate with project managers, fabrication shop, and automation teams to ensure safe, on-time, and high-quality installations. You will travel up to 80% of the year, including international work, and participate in in-house fabrication planning as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading rigging installation crews (union and non-union).
• Strong understanding of manual and motorized rigging systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Willing to travel frequently (up to 80% annually), including international trips.
• Able to work flexible hours to accommodate project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite teams on installation projects for multiple rigging systems.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to meet safety, timeline, and quality goals.
• Coordinate with fabrication shop for seamless delivery and installation.
• Prepare pack lists and manage procurement and material tracking.
• Work with Automation to implement motorized and electronic systems.
• Manage multiple installations and prioritize project needs.
• Document and revise technical drawings based on site findings.
• Represent the company in meetings with clients and contractors.
• Participate in in-house fabrication and planning as needed.

Skills

Rigging leadership

Reading drawings

Project coordination

Client interfacing

Travel flexibility

Job description

The Chicago Flyhouse, Inc. is seeking a Project Supervisor in Chicago, IL to lead onsite rigging installation teams for counterweight systems, motorized rigging, and automated drapery.

You will collaborate with project managers, fabrication shop, and automation teams to ensure safe, on-time, and high-quality installations. You will travel up to 80% of the year, including international work, and participate in in-house fabrication planning as needed.