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Remediation Superintendent (Nationwide)

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Burns & McDonnell

Chicago, IL (In Person)

$177,500 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 4 days ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/4/2026

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Job Description

  • Description
  • The Remediation Superintendent is responsible for field operations on the assigned project(s) in order to achieve safe, timely and profitable completion of each project.
Plans, organizes, and supervises specific portions of environmental remediation construction work for an assigned area of an environmental construction and demolition projects. Responsible for the construction remediation scheduling of the civil, remediation, and demolition related activities of the subcontractors to confirm the completion of contractual activities. Maintains continuity of job progress and maximizes efficiencies related to the assigned area. + Responsible for the oversight of the following project work activities: earth work, site grading, flatwork (asphalt and concrete), surveying and site layout. + Responsible for overall supervision of environmental remediation and demolition construction effort, which includes safety, productivity of crafts, efficient use of materials and equipment, material management, safety and quality, scheduling, engineering, and contractual performance of the project. + Responsible for subcontractor contractual compliance on designated civil construction related activities. + Build effective client and subcontractor relationships. Interface with client representatives, A/E representatives, and other contractors. + Collaborate with project management to develop and implement project procedures, working documents, and standards. + Authorize purchase requisitions, field design change requests, etc., under supervision of Construction Manager and Project Manager. + Responsible for overall project safety. Reviews and audits site specific safety documentation, including Pre-Task Analysis (PTAs) and Task Safety Observations (TSOs) on a regular basis. + Complete daily field reports and take daily pictures to document construction progress. + Assess future work activities and identify any concerns with work plans by utilizing subcontractors 3-week look ahead report. + Develop a marked-up and as-built set of drawings to produce the record set documents, and answer RFIs with assistance from Assistant Project Manager or Field Engineer. + Direct and manage subcontractor as necessary to comply with the established project schedule, and track and verify progress on an installed quantity and work hour basis. + Verify material deliveries meet specifications and are being stored properly and required preventative maintenance and/or temporary heating is being performed by the subcontractor (this potentially is coordinated with the Materials Manager). + Understand the operation and application of various pieces of heavy equipment such as excavators, dozers, compactors, graders, haul trucks, etc. + Witness all equipment setting and alignment. + Walk down all systems prior to, during, and post hydrostatic testing to verify compliance with drawings and specifications and signing off on completed system testing and restoration. + Develop punch lists of items out of compliance or not completed. + Verify the most current drawing revisions are being used in the field. + Manage the execution of the project scope and verify field change orders are executed. + Manage craft supervision and project staffing as required. + Provide oversight of project site material and tool management. + Responsible for the daily field construction of an individual project in accordance with the established policies, procedures, systems, and requirements approved by the company. + Supervises and directs the daily efforts of the physical construction of the project through daily coordination of all field activities, subcontractor direction, and code/specification compliance. + Read, interpret, and understand isometric drawings, structural drawings, and P&ID's. + Performs other duties as assigned + Complies with all policies and standards
  • Qualifications
  • + Bachelor's degree and 7 years construction management experience or craft supervision experience on remediation projects required or + Associate degree and 9 years construction management experience or craft supervision experience on remediation projects required or + High School Diploma/GED and 11 years construction management experience or craft supervision experience on remediation projects required.
+ Must have excellent communication skills, strong leadership skills, and strong safety background. + Computer proficiency in Microsoft Suite. + Must be able to meet company's driving requirements. + 5 plus years of Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) experience including dewatering and material consolidation and pond closure preferred. + Demonstrated experience serving as a Superintendent or Lead Foreman on coal ash pond closure, CCR remediation, MGP remediation, mine reclamation, landfill closure, or similar project preferred. + Strong knowledge of heavy equipment operations, earthwork, dewatering, and working in soft or saturated soils preferred. + Working knowledge of environmental regulations and permit requirements applicable to remediation and CCR projects preferred. + Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and erosion control plan preferred. + Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage crews and subcontractors effectively preferred. + Experience working in design-build or EPC project delivery environments preferred.
  • Compensation
  • $135,000.
00-220,000.00 Yearly The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
  • Benefits
  • Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work.
From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. EEO/Disabled/Veterans
  • Job•Construction Services •Primary Location•US-IL-Chicago •
Schedule:
  • Full-time
  • Travel:
  • Yes, 100 % of the Time
  • Req ID:
  • 262072
  • Job Hire Type
  • Experienced #LI-MF #CDB N/A