Traveling Superintendent

Jobot

Mokena (IL)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 140,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle or Vehicle allowance
401(K) - Matching
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Bonus Potential
Per Diem based on project location

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Traveling Superintendent for a premier General Contractor in the Chicagoland area. The role requires extensive leadership of transportation and heavy industrial construction projects, with frequent travel to meet project needs across multiple sites.

Eligible candidates will bring 8+ years of field leadership experience, a proven ability to manage large-scale projects safely, and strong coordination with clients and subcontractors.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in construction field leadership, with a focus on transportation or heavy industrial sectors.

Job description

Traveling Superintendent

$100000 - $140000 per year | Mokena, IL | On-site | Permanent

Traveling Superintendent - Transportation/ Heavy Industrial Construction
A bit about us:

Premier General Contractor in the Greater Chicagoland Area who specializes in transportation and heavy industrial construction projects. They are seeking a traveling Superintendent with Rail experience to join their team. With over 45+ years of business, they have built a great reputation for delivering high-quality, innovative, and sustainable solutions to their clients.

Why join us?

We offer a top salary range and benefit package including:

  • Vehicle or Vehicle allowance
  • 401(K) - Matching
  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Bonus Potential
  • Per Diem based on project location
Job Details
Qualifications:
  1. Minimum of 8 years of experience in construction field leadership, with a focus on transportation or heavy industrial sectors.
  2. Proven experience managing large-scale transportation or heavy industrial construction projects.
  3. Demonstrated ability to work safely in high-risk environments, adhering to strict safety protocols.
  4. Exceptional leadership and management skills, with the capacity to lead and coordinate diverse teams across multiple locations.
  5. Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities to handle on-site challenges effectively.
  6. Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and construction documents specific to transportation projects.
  7. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with clients, subcontractors, and team members across various sites.
  8. Ability to adapt to frequent travel, work under pressure, and meet project deadlines in dynamic environments.

These qualifications ensure a Traveling Superintendent can effectively oversee transportation and heavy industrial construction projects across multiple locations while maintaining safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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