Constr Superintendent III

Next 150 Construction, LLC•Chicago, IL

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Next150 Construction is seeking a motivated Construction Superintendent III to lead complex trade scopes or multiple crews within a major project, providing direct field leadership to ensure work is executed in accordance with approved scope, safety requirements, quality standards, and schedule commitments. This role supports self-performance operations while collaborating closely with the Lead Superintendent on jobsite logistics, resource planning, and sequencing, mentoring junior field leaders, workforce coordination, and union engagement while assisting with advanced planning and execution activities. This position also supports the implementation of field technology, sustainability practices, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and operational efficiency. Next 150 Construction offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources for those that are early in their career. While managing your responsibilities to the project, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
Minimum 6-8 years of experience in a superintendent role on construction projects
OSHA 30 hour certified
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong technical and communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office, safety and site operations software, project management software, and construction management software
Knowledge of construction-documenting and drawing, with knowledge of all phases of construction
Knowledge in all divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling and cost control
Ability to create a “safety first” environment by showing a commitment to Zero Injury principles and sustainability practices
Strong union and non-union engagement and labor relations

Responsibilities

Leads and coordinates assigned trade contractors, self-performed crews, and field activities to ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved scope, schedule, and quality requirements
Develops, documents, and communicates detailed work plans for assigned scopes and ensures compliance with approved work plans and field directives
Maintains a thorough understanding of contract documents, drawings, specifications, and coordination requirements to support effective trade-level planning; verifies that all required permits, inspections, and compliance documentation are in place for assigned work areas
Acts as the primary Next 150 safety representative for assigned scopes, enforces applicable safety policies and procedures, and supports a strong safety-first culture in the field
Oversees quality control for assigned trades, conducts inspections, documents findings, and implements corrective actions to maintain compliance with project and company standards
Leads contractor meetings related to assigned scopes and coordinates activities with field and project leadership
Maintains accurate daily field reports, safety documentation, and production records using Procore and other required systems
Creates and manages trade-level schedules and implements contingency plans to maintain commitments and mitigate impacts; communicates schedule status, constraints, and updates to the applicable team
Plans and manages jobsite logistics for assigned scopes, including access, material flow, temporary facilities, and sequencing
Assists in resolving jurisdictional disputes and field-level conflicts within assigned scopes
Tracks production, labor hours, and productivity metrics, and reports variances to field leadership
Executes self-perform operations for assigned scopes, including workforce planning and quantification of labor, materials, and equipment needs
Assists with forecasting and cost-of-work projections for assigned scopes
Coaches and mentors less experienced team members; trains team members to help support skill development and consistent execution
Supports a positive and inclusive work environment
Supports sustainability initiatives and environmental compliance requirements within assigned scopes
Collaborates with the Lead Superintendent on advanced planning, resource allocation, and continuous improvement initiatives