Superintendent Jobs in Great Lakes, IL

A Construction Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all aspects of a building project, including managing workers, setting schedules, and ensuring that safety regulations and guidelines are adhered to. Superintendents are involved in every phase of the project, from planning and preparation to completion, making decisions on construction methods, determining labor requirements, and coordinating with architects, engineers, and contractors.

Important skills for Construction Superintendents include strong leadership, organization, and communication skills, as well as an in-depth knowledge of construction methods and regulations. They should be OSHA-certified and may also need additional certifications depending on the specific project or region. Prior to becoming a Superintendent, individuals may serve in roles such as Construction Foreman, Project Manager, or Site Supervisor, which provide key experience in managing construction projects and teams.

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Superintendent - Healthcare

  • Evanston, IL (19 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Evanston, IL (19 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Qualifications: 10+ years of field experience on commercial construction projects Proven track record managing large-scale healthcare projects BS in Construction Management or related field preferred...

Superintendent

  • Lake Zurich, IL (12 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lake Zurich, IL (12 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

A well-known regional General Contractor with an impressive backlog of work in Chicago is seeking to add a Superintendent to their team....

Superintendent 3- Commercial Construction

  • Des Plaines, IL (17 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (17 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Qualifications: 8+ years of experience in a field supervisory role within commercial construction Proven success in markets such as education, healthcare, industrial, or manufacturing Strong understanding...

Project Supervisor

  • Schaumburg, IL (22 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (22 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Project Supervisor Moran Transportation Corporation provides regional, less than truckload (LTL) services throughout the states of Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Missouri markets....

General Contractor - Construction Superintendent I

  • Barrington, IL (18 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Barrington, IL (18 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Significant experience with at least 5 to 10 years as a manager of commercial construction activities in the field....

Superintendent 3- Commercial Construction

  • Schaumburg, IL (22 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (22 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Qualifications: 8+ years of experience in a field supervisory role within commercial construction Proven success in markets such as education, healthcare, industrial, or manufacturing Strong understanding...

Superintendent of Maintenance

  • Arlington Heights, IL (15 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (15 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Employment Opportunity - Superintendent of Maintenance (South Holland) Location: South Holland Office: Revenue Services Department: Maintenance Company Overview: Pace is the premier suburban transit...

General Contractor - Construction Superintendent III

  • Barrington, IL (18 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Barrington, IL (18 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Significant experience with at least 5 to 10 years as a manager of commercial construction activities in the field....

Commercial Construction Superintendent

  • Barrington, IL (18 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Barrington, IL (18 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 14 days ago

They care deeply about providing high quality service to each client and are looking for that Superintendent to be client facing as well as have a thorough knowledge in commercial construction processes...

Construction Lead Estimator (Chicago, IL)

  • Skokie, IL (19 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Skokie, IL (19 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Commercial Construction Lead Estimator (Chicago, IL) NOW HIRING! Big need for a Construction Lead Estimator for the Chicago, IL area!...

Construction Lead Estimator (Chicago, IL)

  • Norridge, IL (23 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Norridge, IL (23 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 25 days ago

Commercial Construction Lead Estimator (Chicago, IL) NOW HIRING! Big need for a Construction Lead Estimator for the Chicago, IL area!...

Superintendent

  • Schaumburg, IL (22 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (22 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 28 days ago

Title Superintendent EOE Statement Builtech Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer....

Multi-Family Superintendent

  • Schaumburg, IL (22 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (22 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 29 days ago

Title Multi-Family Superintendent EOE Statement Builtech Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer....

Senior Superintendent

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (18 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (18 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Assist preconstruction and project management to develop an initial project schedule....

Traveling Superintendent I

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (18 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (18 miles from Great Lakes, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

The Traveling Superintendent I will run small projects throughout the country....

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Salary for Superintendent Jobs in Great Lakes, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Superintendent positions.



Highest Education Level

Superintendents in Great Lakes, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
27.8%
High School or GED
25.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.2%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Master's Degree
9.2%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Superintendents in Great Lakes, IL
10+ years
30.5%
2-4 years
16.9%
1-2 years
14.1%
4-6 years
12.8%
Less than 1 year
11.8%
6-8 years
8.4%
8-10 years
5.2%
None
0.3%


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