Area Superintendent I

AECOM•Chicago, IL

4h•$88,245 - $163,253•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an Area Superintendent I for an ongoing construction project at Chicago’s O’Hare airport. The role assists the project Superintendent and/or Project Manager with on-site administrative and technical management of construction projects. The Area Superintendent organizes and directs construction activities within an assigned area, which may include a single area, multiple areas, or multiple construction disciplines. The position ensures project safety compliance and that jobsite operations meet design specifications and quality standards. It may also coordinate jobsite activities with client representatives and requires close coordination with administrative field staff, field management, the Senior Superintendent, and the Project Manager. The position is performed on-site in active construction environments. Construction field work may involve heavy machinery, elevated work areas, airborne particles, varying weather, electrical risks, and moderate-to-high noise. Employees may need to wear personal protective equipment and remain alert to safety hazards. Physical demands may include climbing ladders and stairs, using personnel hoists, traversing varied terrain and construction zones, handling tools and materials, and occasionally lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds without assistance.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Construction Management and 4 years of relevant construction experience; or an associate degree and 6 years of relevant experience; or high school diploma/GED and 8 years of relevant experience; or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Airport construction experience.
Strong understanding of systems and phased construction in an operational airport environment.
Prior experience in construction compliance, scheduling, and sequencing.
Proficiency in construction documentation, change order management, RFI, and RFP processes.
OSHA safety certification, such as OSHA 10 or OSHA 30.

Responsibilities

Assist the project Superintendent and/or Project Manager with on-site administrative and technical management of construction projects.
Organize and direct construction activities within an assigned area of responsibility, which may cover one or multiple areas or construction disciplines.
Ensure project safety compliance.
Coordinate with client representatives on jobsite activities within the assigned area, as needed.
Ensure assigned jobsite operations comply with design specifications and quality standards.
Coordinate with administrative field staff, field management staff, the Senior Superintendent, and the Project Manager.