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Superintendent- Mission Critical

Clune Construction · Chicago, IL · $113,000–$127,000 a year · Full time

Posted Jun 19, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time a commissioning test failed and it affected your schedule.

What they are checking: Whether they react calmly, coordinate a fix with trades and vendors and recover time.

How do you work with the project manager to execute the project plan?

What they are checking: Whether they see the field and office as one team and share information freely.

Tell me about a time you had to make a fast decision with incomplete information on site.

What they are checking: Whether they make sound calls under time pressure and own the outcome.

How do you keep your team motivated during long, high-pressure data center schedules?

What they are checking: Whether they lead people well over time, not just push for output.

What would you do

How do you manage deliveries of large equipment like generators and switchgear on a tight site?

What they are checking: Whether they plan crane picks, laydown space and timing so deliveries do not stall other work.

How do you keep many trades working safely in the same space at the same time?

What they are checking: Whether they coordinate work zones and daily plans to keep crowded sites safe and productive.

A trade partner wants to skip a quality hold point to stay on schedule. What do you say?

What they are checking: Whether they protect quality in a setting where mistakes can cost a client uptime.

About the work

What makes running a data center site different from a typical commercial project?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the heavy MEP scope, commissioning demands and fast schedules of mission critical work.

Walk me through how you sequence work leading up to energizing a data center's electrical systems.

What they are checking: Whether they understand the steps and safety controls needed before power is turned on.

What lockout-tagout practices do you expect on a site where systems are being energized?

What they are checking: Whether they take electrical safety seriously and enforce controls as power comes online.

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The full job description

As published by Clune Construction.

Are you ready to grow your career with a company that values excellence and invests in its people? At Clune Construction, we’re more than builders—we’re a team of driven, collaborative and talented individuals who take pride in delivering exceptional work. Excellence is at the core of everything we do, from the quality of our projects to the way we support our people. As an employee-owned company, we invest in our team, and in return, our people share in our success. This shared commitment has earned us recognition as a Best Place to Work, a US Best Managed Company and a recipient of the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics. Whether you’re a seasoned construction professional or looking to bring your expertise to a new area, we welcome you to join our team and make an impact! The Superintendent has overall responsibility for projects on-site including site access, scheduling, deliveries, logistics, safety, quality and construction. The core job duties include multi-tasking, functioning effectively under strict time constraints, and being able to manage time efficiently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while demonstrating a team-player attitude. The Superintendent works closely with the Project Manager to ensure execution of the project plan and is involved in all aspects of a project from pre-construction through closeout. Essential Functions: • Active participation in RFP responses, including developing presentations and participating in the pitch. • Manage pre-construction scheduling, logistics, and planning. • Create, maintain and update accurate and detailed project schedules and weekly field updates. • Manage field team, trade partners, and owner vendors with proactive communication. • Proactively recognize and work to resolve on-site challenges and issues for a timely resolution with minimum cost impact. • Be an ambassador for Clune’s safety culture and OSHA standards to maintain a safe work environment and lead and document safety meetings. • Maintain project documentation on site. • Manage the close out process to obtain all required inspections, ensure timely completion of punch list work, successful commissioning of equipment, and training of the owner and/or owner vendors. • Review general conditions and labor requirements with project management team keeping financial commitments top of mind throughout the project. • Become proficient in, and utilize, Clune established systems and technology to work efficiently and to the highest standards. • Participate in business development and client relationship management by attending industry events, networking, and developing beneficial working relationships with clients and designers. • Attend career fairs and client/industry events. • Contribute to the growth of the company by participating in the intern program as well as mentor Interns, Project Engineers, and APMs. • Role model professionally for Interns, Project Engineers, and Assistant Superintendents. Supervisory Responsibilities: • This role may have supervisory responsibilities of an Assistant Superintendent, Project Engineer, Field Assistant, and/or an Intern. What We Offer At Clune Construction we value each of our employees and care about their wellbeing. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including: • 100% company-paid premiums for Medical, Dental & Vision for all dependents (effective day one) • Employee Stock Ownership Plan • 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match • Employee Assistance Program • Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Plans • Company-paid Short Term and Long Term Disability • Flexible Spending, Dependent Care and Commuter Plans • Career Development through Mentoring Program, Learning & Development, Continuing Education • Fitness Program • Pet Insurance Core Values and Behaviors Clune Construction is proud to have Core Values and Behaviors that all of our employees represent. These Core Values are: Safety, Service, Teamwork, Respect, Excellence, Leadership and Innovation. Performance is evaluated with these Core Values in mind. Job Requirements: • Pre-construction scheduling, logistics and planning. • Ability to create project schedules and weekly look-aheads. • Budgeting coordination with the project management team. • Management of multiple projects and/or large/complex projects. • Management and coordination of field team including trade partners and owner vendors. • Plans and specifications coordination with architects and engineers. • Maintenance and management of Clune’s safety culture and OSHA standards. • Ability to promote teamwork and open communication on the project site. • Ability to recognize and resolve on-site challenges and issues. • Must mentor and train field personnel and help support and develop talent. • Participation in potential client interviews. • Conscientious and flexible, with a strong work ethic and team-first attitude. • Highly motivated with strong skills in time management and prioritization. • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks. Education and Experience: • 6-15 years of experience managing commercial interior, healthcare and/or mission-critical projects; or Bachelors degree with 5+ years of experience managing commercial interior, healthcare and/or mission-critical projects; of Masters degree with 3+ years of experience managing commercial interior, healthcare and/or mission-critical projects. • Experience managing all aspects of field operations including scheduling, quality control and coordinating trade partners. • Solid background in construction trades and technical knowledge. • Proficiency with scheduling software. • Solid written and verbal communication skills. Pay Range: $113,000 - $127,000 The salary range listed reflects a broad scope of potential earnings for this position. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, and internal equity. Please note that it is not common for candidates to be hired at the top of the range. We encourage open communication about compensation expectations during the hiring process. All candidates must provide a resume. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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