Construction Superintendent
Job in
Lake Bluff, Lake County, Illinois, 60044, USA
Listed on 2026-03-01
Listing for:
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO)
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
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Construction
Operations Manager -
Management
Operations Manager, Contracts Manager, Program / Project Manager, EHS / HSE Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Construction Superintendent takes part in leading a team of dedicated Foreman and Laborers through the entire project life-cycle. As the Construction Superintendent, you will be involved in pre-construction planning through final completion by planning, directing, and participating in the field operations to ensure projects are completed to company and client standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
- Adhere to and uphold all Company safety practices, procedures and policies.
- Direct team activities, establishing task priorities, labor hour management, scheduling and tracking work assignments, providing guidance, and ensuring the availability of resources.
- Assist in coordination of landscape construction activities to meet or exceed both project and company profitability goals.
- Motivate and supervise multiple diversified crews on a daily basis.
- Responsible to drive daily in a company vehicle with or without passengers.
- Working knowledge of Aspire.
- Responsible for submitting accurate and timely paperwork, time records, work orders, reports, and other documents that are required.
- Inspect onsite work activities of company and subcontractor crews to ensure work is being performed correctly and to company standards.
- Correspond with clients, salespersons, construction manager, project manager, foreman, purchasing team, etc. on material status and production planning with a professional working relationship.
- Ability to communicate with customers to ensure constant customer satisfaction.
- Plan for and procure special equipment as needed on a site-by-site basis.
- Review and approve time records, work orders, and change orders in coordination with appropriate departments.
- Assist in the recruiting and selecting of qualified candidates for Foreman, Driver, and Laborer positions. Consider performance appraisals for Foreman, Driver, and Laborer positions in conjunction with construction manager and human resources department.
- Coordinate with Director of Construction Operations and Safety Manager to achieve safety goals by training employees and promoting a safe and positive work environment at all times.
- Create, implement and track rewards programs for construction field employees, if applicable.
- Be willing to work physically alongside Foreman and Laborers as needed.
- Utilize appropriate technologies to facilitate information management and record keeping.
- Communicate and resolve needs, issues, safety concerns and/or problems to supervisor in a timely manner.
- Develop and maintain good communication, high safety standards, and positive relations with coworkers, clients and the public.
- Represent the Company in a positive manner befitting our brand and image.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
- Responsibilities include safety, planning, assigning, and directing work, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Five years or more of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge of construction building techniques, including but not limited to: hardscapes, irrigation, fencing, bluff development, grading, drainage, planting, lighting, and boulder work. Must have the ability to read and interpret; engineering, structural, grading, drainage, landscape and general construction drawings. General knowledge of village codes and permitting.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of the safety issues, regulations, and procedures utilized in public and private works activities.
- Experience in Aspire is preferred.
- Candidates must have a valid local driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.
- Required to pass a post‑offer DOT medical physical and drug screen, and (ongoing) periodic DOT physical and drug screen according to DOT guidelines.
- Ability to lift 75 pounds, repetitively and frequently, and perform…
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