Construction Superintendent

Wight & Company•Darien, IL

20d•$110,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Are you looking for an opportunity to do challenging, creative work that makes a real impact? Would you like to be part of a company that respects individual contributions and thrives on collaboration? Do you love to win? Then consider joining Wight & Company. We’re a nationally recognized, award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm known for a dynamic company culture that fosters innovation and challenges the status quo, and we’re looking for a talented professional to join our team.

Requirements

A minimum of six years’ experience managing all aspects of construction site activities
Excellent ability to communicate with subcontractors, suppliers, owners, and management
Strong job history with a superior safety track record
Strong computer skills
Extensive knowledge of construction industry means and methods
Thorough understanding of architectural, civil, mechanical, and electrical plans and specifications
Ability to demonstrate creative problem-solving skills
Experience with and proficiency using web-based Construction Management systems such as CMIC, Procore, etc.
Strong understanding of OSHA requirements. OSHA 30-hour certification preferred

Nice To Haves

Design-Build project delivery experience considered a plus
Experience with Lean Construction techniques including Last Planner System is preferred
A degree in Construction, Architecture or Engineering is considered a plus
Experience with scheduling software (Microsoft Project) a plus
LEED Accreditation and/or experience on LEED Certified projects considered a plus

Responsibilities

Responsible for the day-to-day management of all field construction activities
Establish and maintain a positive rapport and great working relationships with clients and subcontractors
Interact with the project design team in a cooperative and productive manner
Assist Project Managers in developing work scopes and bid packages to support the procurement of all construction-related activities
Develop and maintain the construction schedule; coordinate subcontractors; monitor and report on work progress
Provide input in coordinating design documents with field conditions
Prepare daily and weekly reports (daily reports, safety audits, progress reports, etc.) in compliance with Company and project requirements
Maintain project quality control; monitor and assure conformance with the design documents
Assure compliance with company’s safety policies and procedures. Enforce project specific safety requirements. Ensure job site safety and security.
Develop site logistics plans and coordinate site activities with Client operations
Interface with and support Project Manager and design team as necessary
Work with the Project Manager to assure the smooth and timely execution of each project
Conduct weekly project meetings with all trade contractors
Assist in weekly project status meetings with the Owner, Architect and Construction teams
Participate in the review of change requests as required
Support the growth and development of the Construction Group as a whole, including regular meetings, and involvement in industry events and requested