Assistant Superintendent – Traveling

Ryan Companies US, Inc.

Assistant Superintendent coordinating employees, subcontractors, safety, schedules, budgets, and quality on Ryan Companies commercial construction jobsites. Traveling role based in Chicago or Milwaukee.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $108,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project coordination, safety administration, and budget management within construction environments. Proficient in reading blueprints and managing subcontractor performance while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project CoordinationJob Safety/Hazard AnalysisCPM SchedulingBlueprint ComprehensionQuality Control

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementBudget ManagementSafety AdministrationSubcontractor ManagementMaterial Procurement

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingLeadershipDecision-MakingStress ManagementIndependence

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaUnion-Required Training

Industry Keywords

Construction SafetyProject Safety ManualQuality Control PracticesCPM SchedulingBlueprints

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate the work of Ryan employees, subcontractors and project management on the jobsite
Complete projects on time and on budget
Administer project safety according to Ryan safety policies and procedures
Develop a job-specific Job Safety/Hazard Analysis
Manage subcontractors in the performance of their work
Develop and understand CPM computer-generated schedules and track schedules
Understand the entire construction budget and work within the assigned portion
Read and comprehend blueprints, plans and specifications
Give proper direction to project personnel
Assist with material procurement
Work efficiently and independently
Enforce the site-specific Project Safety Manual
Engage in Quality Control practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.
Pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and subsequent random and post-accident drug and alcohol testing
Successful completion of union-required training programs, or equivalent
Problem-solving abilities
Valid documentation
Show leadership skills
Ability to make sound decisions
Must be able to remain calm during stressful situations and work through challenges or issues
Must know when to ask for help when a job task exceeds their skills or abilities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
Retirement and Savings Benefits
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Educational Assistance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
Parenting Benefits
Employee Discount Programs
Pet insurance
Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds
Paid Time for Volunteer Events
Additional compensation may include commission and/or an incentive program