Excavation Foreman/Superintendent

Lead and manage field crews and subcontractors to ensure smooth daily operations. Oversee sub-subcontractor activities and performance. Coordinate project progress and success in collaboration with the Project Manager and General Superintendent. Attend client meetings and verify that all work aligns with Contract Documents and expectations. Plan and optimize crew, equipment, and material schedules for maximum efficiency. Develop and implement contingency plans to address potential delays or disruptions. Maintain consistent daily communication with Project Managers and the General Superintendent and submit daily reports, including production unit tracking and time management updates. Ensure all work meets quality standards and safety protocols. Understand and enforce company policies across all jobsite activities.

• Lead and manage field crews and subcontractors for efficient daily operations.
• Oversee activities and performance of sub-subcontractors.
• Coordinate with Project Manager and General Superintendent for project progress and success.
• Attend client meetings to ensure work aligns with Contract Documents.
• Plan and optimize schedules for crew, equipment, and materials.
• Develop contingency plans for potential delays or disruptions.
• Communicate daily with Project Managers and General Superintendent.
• Submit daily reports, including production unit tracking and time updates.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and safety protocols.
• Enforce company policies across all jobsite activities.

• Subcontractor management
• Underground construction
• Construction safety
• Earthwork
• Commercial construction
• Site utilities
• Construction management
• Demolition
• Grading
• Excavation
• Supervision
• Safety protocols
• Utilities management
• Sewer system knowledge
• OSHA 30-Hour certification
• Quality control

• Advanced plan reading (civil / underground blueprints) experience required.
• Experience in leading a crew and supervising subcontractors & trades onsite.
• Experience with civil projects, site utilities, commercial earthwork/excavating.
• Knowledge of GPS, grade management, and laser technology within earthwork/excavating.

As a Superintendent, the primary work environment is onsite in the field. There is typically a trailer setup with office space for administrative tasks. The role requires traveling between job-sites throughout the week, with mileage compensation provided for travel exceeding 60 miles from site to site.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $48.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 10, 2026.

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.

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.

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Salary : $36 - $48