Tallo logoTallo logo

Superintendent

Job

Actalent

Des Plaines, IL (In Person)

$97,760 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/3/2026

Apply for this opportunity

This job application is on an outside website. Be sure to review the job posting there to verify it's the same.

Review key factors to help you decide if the role fits your goals.
Pay Growth
?
out of 5
Not enough data
Not enough info to score pay or growth
Job Security
?
out of 5
Not enough data
Calculating job security score...
Total Score
82
out of 100
Average of individual scores

Were these scores useful?

Skill Insights

Compare your current skills to what this opportunity needs—we'll show you what you already have and what could strengthen your application.

Job Description

Job Title:
Superintendent Job Description The superintendent will ensure safety, understand solar, basic civil, and electrical codes, and act as the eyes and ears on-site, communicating effectively with clients and teams. Physical labor is not expected from the superintendent. A high level of communication is required with both the client and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities Ensure compliance with safety standards, with OSHA 10 required and OSHA 30 preferred. Understand and apply solar, basic civil, and electrical codes. Serve as the primary point of contact on-site, facilitating communication between clients and teams. Manage subcontractors effectively on-site. Utilize Construction Management Software, specifically Procore, to oversee projects. Essential Skills 2+ years of experience as a Superintendent, which could be from a contractor or a General Contractor. Experience in managing subcontractors on-site. Possession of OSHA 10 certification. Proficiency in Construction Management Software, especially Procore. Additional Skills & Qualifications OSHA 30 certification is preferred. Experience in project management and construction management. Local candidates preferred for on-site presence 5 days a week. Work Environment This role supports a 1‑MW solar field project in Illinois on a 5-6 month contract, with strong potential to transition into a broader commercial and industrial project portfolio. You'll work with a full‑service clean energy developer and EPC delivering solar, energy storage, EV charging, and grid‑adjacent projects nationwide. The environment is fast‑paced and growth‑oriented, offering highly transferable experience in one of the most stable and expanding sectors of construction—without the boom‑and‑bust cycles of traditional markets. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Des Plaines, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $49.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Des Plaines,IL.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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 Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Similar remote jobs

Similar jobs in Des Plaines, IL

Similar jobs in Illinois