Prime MEP Superintendent | On‑Site Leader, Chicago

McKinstry Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match and profit‑

Paid time off and holidays

Comprehensive medical, prescription, &

Family formation benefits, includingAd

Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave

Transgender inclusive benefits

Commuter benefits

Pet insurance

"Building Good" paid community service

McKinstry University learning & growth

McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or remote

Job summary

McKinstry in Chicago, IL is seeking a Superintendent - Prime MEP to lead on-site management for complex projects. You will coordinate trades, maintain client relationships and drive schedules, submittals, RFIs and punch lists to completion.

The role requires 6–8 years of leadership in trades, a C contractor background, OSHA 30, and experience with MS Project/Primavera. A BA/BS in construction or related field is preferred, with a strong emphasis on safety and team leadership.

Qualifications

• Commercial General Contractor experience required.
• OSHA 30 certification required or must be obtained within 6 months of assuming position.
• Working knowledge of scheduling software: Microsoft Project, Primavera and/or Suretrak required.
• Knowledge of construction management, commercial building process, and OSHA standards required.
• Intermediate working knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and Project; SharePoint preferred.
• Six to Eight (6-8) years of leadership of trades and job sites preferred.
• Large complex project experience.
• BA/BS degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architecture or Facilities Management or equivalent work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Developing and updating project schedules.
• Approving daily work tickets.
• Reviewing submittals.
• Setting up and tearing down job site logistics.
• Coordination of work with trades, subcontractors and vendors.
• Writing and reviewing scopes of work.
• Assisting Project Manager with bid procurement.
• Managing and closing out punch list activities in a timely manner.
• Communication with field personnel.
• Develop and maintain logs and reports as required for project execution.
• Maintain daily logs of work performed by McKinstry and subcontractors onsite.
• Develop RFIs as required to document changes to the scope of work.

Skills

Leadership of trades

Construction management

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Field coordination

Education

BA/BS in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

SureTrak

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

McKinstry in Chicago, IL is seeking a Superintendent - Prime MEP to lead on-site management for complex projects. You will coordinate trades, maintain client relationships and drive schedules, submittals, RFIs and punch lists to completion.

The role requires 6–8 years of leadership in trades, a C contractor background, OSHA 30, and experience with MS Project/Primavera. A BA/BS in construction or related field is preferred, with a strong emphasis on safety and team leadership.