Public Construction Superintendent - Western Suburbs

Michael Page; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Public Construction Superintendent to oversee field operations for projects in the Western Suburbs. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, demonstrating strong leadership and scheduling skills. This role involves ensuring safety compliance, managing project teams, and maintaining quality standards throughout the construction process. The company promotes a culture of growth and employee engagement, offering competitive salaries and a lucrative bonus structure. If you're passionate about construction management and looking to advance your career, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Lucrative Bonus Structure

Medical and Life Insurance

401(k) Plans and Contributions

Health and Wellness Programs

Business Travel Assistance

Vehicle Allowance

Mentorship Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Site Superintendent experience required.
• Knowledge of all elements of commercial construction essential.
• Ability to influence and drive project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations from planning to completion.
• Establish and enforce safety and quality assurance programs.
• Prepare and distribute Project Daily Reports.

Skills

Site Superintendent Experience

Scheduling

Communication Skills

Negotiation

Knowledge of Commercial Construction

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

OSHA 30 Certificate

Tools

MS Office

Procore

Job description

Public Construction Superintendent - Western Suburbs

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Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr

Oversee the day-to-day field operations of the project or area assigned, from planning to completion. This includes, but is not limited to, daily scheduling, supervision of all site or area activities, tasks and personnel, and ensuring the safety and overall compliance of the project or area.

Employee-owned company with nearly 70-year history in general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering and architecture and a myriad of other services within the built environment. They offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in-house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross-training opportunities. Encourages employee engagement through our profit sharing plan, opportunity for enhanced ownership, and career advancement.

Description

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the contract documents, schedule (including the sequencing/phasing of the project and those activities that comprise the critical path on the project), staffing, project estimate and the coordination of project personnel.
• Confer with Preconstruction Services during the preparation of estimates regarding means and methods, systems, schedule and general conditions.
• Assign and monitor members of the project team to various tasks at the start and throughout all phases of the project.
• Establish, implement, manage and enforce the Safety Program and the Site Specific Safety Plan on the project and OSHA Guidelines as necessary to provide a safe work environment for the personnel on site as well as other personnel that may be directly affected by the project.
• Establish, implement, manage and enforce the Quality Assurance Program and comprehensive quality control that enforces the requirements of the contract specifications, drawings and industry standards.
• Inspect work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and contract documents.
• Establish, implement, manage and enforce the administration and monitoring of all storm water prevention and fugitive dust regulations and prevention measures per the project's Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan and applicable environmental quality regulations.
• Establish an effective and professional on-site working relationship with the owner, architects, engineers and inspectors related to the project.
• Prepare and distribute Project Daily Reports which are to contain information related to, but not be limited to crew sizes, manpower count, detailed description of work performed by area/floor for each trade partner as well as equipment used, weather conditions, construction progress, issues, delays and verbal directives.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of Critical Path Method and Lean Process Scheduling with the ability to apply this knowledge to building, maintaining and updating a thorough and accurate Project Schedule.
• Develop recovery plans to mitigate any delays to the critical path of the project.
• Monitor the development of the project expediting log and ensure that staff is updating the log weekly.
• Ensure the Project Engineers are prepared to update the project schedule procurement activities accordingly.
• Maintain a current and updated set of drawings (electronic or paper) in the field and help ensure that our Trade Partner personnel are using same.
• Develop and implement techniques, methods and systems for the project. Implement improvements in work methods and materials to enhance quality, safety, productivity and management.
• Demonstrate effective management of our Trade Partners in a manner that is conducive to a successful and timely project completion.
• Establish project pre-planning activities to ensure coordinated efforts and outcomes in the field. Discuss and document during weekly coordination meetings.
• Conduct Weekly Safety Meetings and Trade Partner Coordination Meetings.
• Establish and maintain a process for "work to complete" and "pre-punch" lists throughout the project duration to minimize corrective work at the end of the project.
• Establish and maintain a process for managing the completion of pre-punch and Architect / Owner punch-lists.
• Assist with close-out procedures in accordance with the contract documents and procedure manual.

Profile

• 5+ years of Site Superintendent experience
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related field
• OSHA 30 certificate or ability to attain it within 12 months of hire.
• Experience with public projects
• Experience with scheduling
• Proficient in MS Office Platforms and Procore
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to influence, negotiate and drive project schedules
• Knowledge of all elements of commercial construction and understanding of skilled trades.

Job Offer

• Lucrative Bonus Structure
• Medical and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plans and Contributions
• Health and Wellness Programs and Incentives
• Health Savings Accounts
• Business Travel Assistance
• Vehicle Allowance
• Miscellaneous Rewards Programs and Much More
  

Oversee the day-to-day field operations of the project or area assigned, from planning to completion. This includes, but is not limited to, daily scheduling, supervision of all site or area activities, tasks and personnel, and ensuring the safety and overall compliance of the project or area.

Client Details

Employee-owned company with nearly 70-year history in general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering and architecture and a myriad of other services within the built environment. They offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in-house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross-training opportunities. Encourages employee engagement through our profit sharing plan, opportunity for enhanced ownership, and career advancement.

Description

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the contract documents, schedule (including the sequencing/phasing of the project and those activities that comprise the critical path on the project), staffing, project estimate and the coordination of project personnel.
• Confer with Preconstruction Services during the preparation of estimates regarding means and methods, systems, schedule and general conditions.
• Assign and monitor members of the project team to various tasks at the start and throughout all phases of the project.
• Establish, implement, manage and enforce the Safety Program and the Site Specific Safety Plan on the project and OSHA Guidelines as necessary to provide a safe work environment for the personnel on site as well as other personnel that may be directly affected by the project.
• Establish, implement, manage and enforce the Quality Assurance Program and comprehensive quality control that enforces the requirements of the contract specifications, drawings and industry standards.
• Inspect work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and contract documents.
• Establish, implement, manage and enforce the administration and monitoring of all storm water prevention and fugitive dust regulations and prevention measures per the project's Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan and applicable environmental quality regulations.
• Establish an effective and professional on-site working relationship with the owner, architects, engineers and inspectors related to the project.
• Prepare and distribute Project Daily Reports which are to contain information related to, but not be limited to crew sizes, manpower count, detailed description of work performed by area/floor for each trade partner as well as equipment used, weather conditions, construction progress, issues, delays and verbal directives.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of Critical Path Method and Lean Process Scheduling with the ability to apply this knowledge to building, maintaining and updating a thorough and accurate Project Schedule.
• Develop recovery plans to mitigate any delays to the critical path of the project.
• Monitor the development of the project expediting log and ensure that staff is updating the log weekly.
• Ensure the Project Engineers are prepared to update the project schedule procurement activities accordingly.
• Maintain a current and updated set of drawings (electronic or paper) in the field and help ensure that our Trade Partner personnel are using same.
• Develop and implement techniques, methods and systems for the project. Implement improvements in work methods and materials to enhance quality, safety, productivity and management.
• Demonstrate effective management of our Trade Partners in a manner that is conducive to a successful and timely project completion.
• Establish project pre-planning activities to ensure coordinated efforts and outcomes in the field. Discuss and document during weekly coordination meetings.
• Conduct Weekly Safety Meetings and Trade Partner Coordination Meetings.
• Establish and maintain a process for "work to complete" and "pre-punch" lists throughout the project duration to minimize corrective work at the end of the project.
• Establish and maintain a process for managing the completion of pre-punch and Architect / Owner punch-lists.
• Assist with close-out procedures in accordance with the contract documents and procedure manual.

Profile

• 5+ years of Site Superintendent experience
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related field
• OSHA 30 certificate or ability to attain it within 12 months of hire.
• Experience with public projects
• Experience with scheduling
• Proficient in MS Office Platforms and Procore
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to influence, negotiate and drive project schedules
• Knowledge of all elements of commercial construction and understanding of skilled trades.

Job Offer

• Competitive Base Salary
• Lucrative Bonus Structure
• Medical and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plans and Contributions
• Health and Wellness Programs and Incentives
• Health Savings Accounts
• Business Travel Assistance
• Vehicle Allowance
• Mentorship Program
• Miscellaneous Rewards Programs and Much More
  

Desired Skills and Experience

5+ years of Site Superintendent experience
Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related field
OSHA 30 certificate or ability to attain it within 12 months of hire.
Experience with public projects
Experience with scheduling
Proficient in MS Office Platforms and Procore
Strong communication skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to influence, negotiate and drive project schedules
Knowledge of all elements of commercial construction and understanding of skilled trades.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Building Construction

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