Job Title: Traveling Superintendent

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Traveling Superintendent to oversee and manage pre-construction tasks, field staff, subcontractors, and suppliers for data center projects. The role involves ensuring project schedules are maintained, budgets are aligned, and quality control plans are implemented. This position requires strong leadership in Lean methodologies, safety, and client relations.

Responsibilities

• Manage all pre-construction related tasks including building crisis management plan, schedule, site logistics plan, site-specific rules and regulations, and safety plan.

• Oversee field staff, subcontractors, and suppliers engaged in assigned projects. Conduct daily huddles, weekly work plans, job site coordination, and delivery of materials.

• Develop, manage, and implement the project schedule, adjusting as necessary. Work closely with the Project Management team to ensure the schedule remains updated.

• Collaborate with the Project Management team throughout the project, including selecting subcontractors, writing RFIs, and tracking procurement of materials, tools, and equipment.

• Work with the Quality Control team to ensure project-specific requirements are met. Implement site-specific Quality Control plans with the QC department and Project Management.

• Ensure all on-site documentation, including drawings, logs, and inspection books, are updated and current. Assist in the documentation of As-Built drawings.

• Align the project budget for labor, materials, and equipment with the Project Management team. Assess weekly/monthly cost projections and expenditures.

• Ensure all project closeout tasks are completed, including punch list execution, commissioning, final inspections, and owner training.

• Provide leadership for the project team in Lean methodologies, standard work, and Pull-Plan sessions.

• Drive a safe environment by leading job safety meetings and orientations. Ensure compliance with OSHA and other required rules and regulations.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, design teams, and subcontractors.

• Support and follow standard work.

• Participate in and support the implementation of Lean and continuous improvement culture.

Essential Skills

• 10+ years of experience in construction management, preferably in data centers.

• Strong project management, commercial construction, and estimation experience.

• Experience with subcontractors and managing large or complex projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare, education, manufacturing, or large commercial projects.

• Proficiency in Procore or equivalent project management software.

Work Environment

This role is primarily on-site, involving direct interaction with project teams, subcontractors, and clients. The position requires adherence to safety protocols and may involve travel to various project locations.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $160000.00/yr.

McGough has all Benefits, between bonus, 401K, Per Diem, Holidy, PTO, as well as a schedule that allows you to go home for a 4-5 day break one time per month

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 1, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.