The Walsh-VINCI Transit Community Partners (WVTCP) Joint Venture consisting of VINCI Construction Grands Projets and Walsh Construction has been selected to construct the $2.9BN Design Build Red Line Extension (RLE) project – the largest civil construction contract ever awarded by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).

The RLE Mainline Design-Build (MDB) Project will extend the CTA's Red Line by 5.6 miles, extending from the existing terminal at 95th/Dan Ryan south to 130th Street and Doty Avenue.

Learn more about the RLE project at the WVTCP-RLE website here!

We are currently seeking Superintendents with expertise in the following areas:

• Segmental 
• Substructure/ Superstructure Concrete
• Deep Foundations 
• Civil Work 
• Structures & Civil Work 
• Trackwork 
• Structural Steel 
• North Tie-in 

You will schedule, coordinate, and supervise production and workforce engaged on your assigned area of the project.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversees project work and coordinates between teams to ensure compliance with plans and specs.
• Plans methods, materials, equipment, and schedule for assigned work; reviews daily tasks and updates weekly/monthly plans based on feedback.
• Reviews project specs to support setup and works with crews and utilities to identify site hazards.
• Presents production work plan during initial project meeting to ensure all project crews and leaders are in alignment.
• Coordinates with internal and external teams to ensure the project has the right equipment and materials to meet budget and schedule.
• Forecasts the work schedule to identify issues and provides technical or scheduling recommendations to mitigate production issues.
• Provides technical input to address project risks and supports planning for construction, safety, materials, and scheduling. Records daily activities and meetings using approved documentation methods.
• Coordinates with internal and external departments to ensure all mandated inspections are completed within requested timeframes.
• Supports and promotes strict adherence to safety and process controls regarding operating equipment, worksite safety and documentation requirements.
• Supervises subcontractor work and adjusts schedules or methods as needed.
• Coordinates project close out activities in line with project standards and Owner checklist requirements.

Salary:

$140,0000 - $165,000.00

Work Environment: 

• Involves a dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Includes tasks such as maintaining and repairing heavy machinery, ensuring equipment operates efficiently, and adhering to safety protocols in construction sites.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, and reflective vests when on-site.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift 25lbs
• Walking and standing while in-office or on-site.
• Occasional climbing on and off equipment and bending to inspect.

Qualifications:

Required:

• 15 years of heavy civil construction experience (rail), with at least 3+ years management experience required.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation communication skills required.
• Strong leadership capability with internal drive to mentor and grow internal talent.
• Proficient in Microsoft office suite.
• Advanced knowledge of construction site equipment operation and maintenance requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of construction site safety protocols and proven ability to enforce project safety programs.
• Ability to read and analyze standards and contract specific plans and specifications.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification.