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ServiceMaster

Construction Project Manager

IL · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

The Position: We're looking for a Construction Superintendent. Starting at $70K+ year that is negotiable based on experience, PLUS company vehicle! This position is also eligible for a yearly bonus!

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How much do assistant superintendent jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant superintendent in Springfield, IL is $56,949.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,700.00 and $72,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Assistant Superintendents on construction sites, and how can they be managed?

Assistant Superintendents often encounter challenges such as coordinating multiple subcontractors, handling schedule changes, and ensuring site safety compliance. Managing these challenges requires strong organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to adapt quickly to shifting project demands. Building solid relationships with both the project manager and field crews helps streamline problem-solving and keeps the project on track. Proactively addressing issues and maintaining detailed documentation are also key strategies for success in this role.

What are Assistant Superintendents?

Assistant Superintendents are professionals who support the Superintendent in the management and administration of schools or construction projects, depending on the industry. In education, they help oversee curriculum, personnel, budgeting, and daily operations within a school district. In construction, they assist with project planning, on-site supervision, coordination of subcontractors, and ensuring safety compliance. Their role is essential for smooth operations and effective communication among teams. Assistant Superintendents often step in for the Superintendent when needed and play a vital role in overall success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Superintendent, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Superintendent, you need strong leadership, project management, and construction knowledge, often backed by a relevant degree or equivalent field experience. Familiarity with construction management software, scheduling tools like Microsoft Project or Procore, and safety certifications such as OSHA 30 are typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team coordination skills help you stand out in this role. These abilities are crucial for effectively overseeing job sites, ensuring safety and quality standards, and delivering projects on time and within budget.

What Does an Assistant Superintendent Do?

As an assistant superintendent, your job duties depend on the industry in which you work and the needs of the superintendent. You may work in a school district where you handle administrative responsibilities, develop district policy and curriculum, oversee issues related to students, and support the efforts of the district superintendent. If you work as a construction superintendent, you provide job site management of both employees and contractors. In a manufacturing assistant superintendent role, you help manage manufacturing operations by overseeing employees and performing inspections to ensure that each product or project meets required specifications.

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Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

ServiceMaster DSI

Springfield, IL • On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description


Location: Springfield, IL


Are you looking for?

  • A GROWING organization where you can showcase your skills all year round? With Benefits?
  • An organization that has growth opportunities that offers continuous improvement with so much to learn?
  • A place where you can call your second family and home?
We are the nation’s largest ServiceMaster franchise company and we have a location in Springfield, IL that offers its employees on-the-job training, opportunity for career advancement, while helping people in need. With continued investment in education, the latest tools and technology, and expert training, we are industry leaders in disaster restoration cleaning and is known for the great care we take with clients and employees alike. We believe that engaged and happy employees makes ServiceMaster DSI an amazing place to work where we are always ready to help families and businesses recover from fire and water damage.
The Position: We’re looking for a Construction Superintendent. Starting at $70K+ year that is negotiable based on experience, PLUS company vehicle! This position is also eligible for a yearly bonus!
Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision along with other supplementary plans
  • Matched 401K
  • Generous PTO
  • Company Vehicle
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Direct communication with customers throughout the entire project to ensure excellent customer service.
  • Management and scheduling of direct report Carpenters.
  • Ensures technical problems with installations and troubleshooting assignments are communicated to the Regional Construction Manager.
  • Ensures material, supplies, permits, licenses, and inspections are obtained by Foremen and Carpenters in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Ensures the timely and quality completion of all construction and carpentry projects.
  • Ensures adherence to the construction scope detailing time and material specifications, and communicate to the management any discrepancies in the scope.
  • Assists in change order estimating, approval process and documentation.
  • Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment.
  • Ensures the productivity of all Construction division employees.
  • Review job cost reports to monitor labor and material expenses.
  • Schedule, price, and monitor subcontractor performance
  • Comply with all verbal and written safety practices including the use and maintenance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Read and comprehend all applicable MSDSs for chemicals that require special handling and use of PPE.
  • Adhere to and enforce all company policies specified in the Employee handbook and DSI safety manual.
  • Drive a company vehicle to locations designated by customers.
  • Execute all work to meet or exceed applicable federal, state and local regulations and company and customer quality standards while providing world-class customer service.
  • Always keep a clean and neat jobsite leaving a first-class impression of our work.
  • Establish and maintain a schedule to ensure all services are delivered in a timely fashion, above the line, professionally and with empathy including participation in “On-Call rotation” which involves some nights and weekend assignments.
  • Perform other duties as required. These duties may include job functions that are outside the scope of normal job duties.


Requirements:
  • Must have Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Minimum 3 years Hands-On Construction Experience
  • 2 years Project Management Experience (preferred)
  • Strong Remodeling/Restoration Experience (preferred)
  • Ability to run multiple projects simultaneously
  • Must have a valid Drivers License
  • Reliable transportation
  • Able to move and/or lift 50+ lbs.
  • Pass background check and drug screen
  • Xactimate experience -preferred

Why ServiceMaster DSI?
· Restoration industry is growing rapidly and so are we!
· We have competitive compensation along with bonus eligibility!
· We offer great benefits!
There are so many growth opportunities!
We work together – openly and cross-functionally because it enables us to build relationships, learning together and win as a team.
If you’re looking for a challenging and fulfilling career, be part of the ServiceMaster DSI family.