Construction Superintendent

Job Title

Site Superintendent, Quality Control Manager (QCM), or Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO)

Job Description

The successful candidate must be certified and qualified to execute the duties of Site Superintendent, Quality Control Manager (QCM), or Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) on Federal Government construction project sites. Act as the lead on-site representative, managing coordination efforts among federal clients, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure seamless project execution. Direct all field construction operations, driving timely completion within budget while meeting federal standards for safety and quality. Administer and uphold rigorous safety protocols in full compliance with EM 385-1-1 and OSHA regulations. Establish and monitor quality assurance procedures, ensuring strict adherence to contract specifications and regulatory requirements. Perform and document all phases of inspection—preparatory, initial, and follow-up—aligned with the USACE Three-Phase Quality Control system.

Skills

Federal construction, construction management, quality control, cqm, osha, site safety, usace, osha 30, construction, qcm, safety, construction safety, safety training, construction supervision

Top Skills Details

Federal construction, construction management, quality control

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of experience in federal construction as a Superintendent, QCM, or SSHO PLUS to have current and valid certifications in: USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health First Aid/CPR EM 385-1-1 Strong understanding of federal contracting procedures and regulations (e.g., FAR, DFARS) Ability to travel nationwide on a full-time basis and work in remote or secure federal facilities Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain security clearance as needed

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $62.50/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in North Chicago, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

About Actalent

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