Construction Assistant Superintendent MEP-FP
About The Position
We are hiring an experienced MEP Fire Protection Assistant Superintendent to lead field execution for a major airport program in Chicago. This is an on-site role focused on safe, high-quality delivery in a live airport environment. Assists the project Superintendent and Project Manger by performing a variety of tasks in support of construction activities. Activities may include inspection of engineering installations for compliance with specifications and quality standards, maintaining project documentation, interfacing with other administrative field staff. Maintain field records, daily reports, and contribute to cost and change documentation.
Requirements
- HSD/GED and 6 years of demonstrated construction experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to interpret drawings/specifications, coordinate RFI responses, and validate submittals in the field.
- Proficiency with field reporting tools.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- Experience as an Assistant Superintendent working on large projects.
- Exposure to delivering complex MEP projects.
- Exposure to fire protection systems.
- Airport or aviation construction experience a plus.
- Additional technical training or apprenticeship credentials a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the day-to-day field supervision of fire protection and MEP contractors, ensuring safe, compliant, and high-quality installations.
- Coordinate phasing and work sequencing in active airport facilities, minimizing operational impacts while maintaining schedule discipline.
- Support compliance with applicable codes and contract requirements.
- Perform a variety of tasks in support of construction activities.
- Inspect engineering installations for compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Maintain project documentation.
- Interface with other administrative field staff.
- Maintain field records, daily reports, and contribute to cost and change documentation.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life
- AD&D
- disability benefits
- paid time off
- leaves of absences
- voluntary benefits
- perks
- flexible work options
- well-being resources
- employee assistance program
- business travel insurance
- service recognition awards
- retirement savings plan
- employee stock purchase plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
