Superintendent-Heavy Civil Construction

About the Company:

Our client is a well-established and growing heavy civil and highway construction firm with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects safely, on time, and within budget. Headquartered in Central Illinois, they specialize in roadway construction, utility installation, and renewable energy site development projects across the region. The company manages more than $50 million in annual revenue, and has been a leader in heavy civil construction in Illinois and surrounding states for decades.

About the Position:

The Superintendent will oversee field operations for site development projects related to wind farms that will be located in central and northern Illinois. Experience in the installation of wet underground utilities and roadways will be required. The position will coordinate labor, as well as scheduling for field employees, subcontractors, and material deliveries. Safety will be a top priority and sound financial stewardship will be a must. The Superintendent will be a liaison between vendors, subcontractors, clients, and company personnel.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinating labor and scheduling for field employees, subcontractors, and material deliveries
• Daily communication with general superintendent and project manager(s) to determine budgets and timelines
• Implementing rigorous safety and quality guidelines
• Maintaining daily log of site operations and identifying gaps or areas that need to be addressed

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of field leadership experience in the construction of wet underground utilities, earthmoving, road building, or site development
• High School Diploma required; College Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering preferred, or commensurate experience
• Knowledge of heavy civil construction industry practices and procedures
• Well-organized: Able to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks
• Strong work ethic combined with exemplary leadership and communication skills
• OSHA and other safety trainings, in addition to the ability analyze and interpret blueprints, plans, and policies

Benefits:

• Highly competitive base salary
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Company vehicle
• Room and board covered when traveling
• Competitive PTO and holiday policies
• 401(k) match
• Major medical/dental/vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance