General Superintendent Construction Leader-Aviation

About the role

AECOM Hunt is seeking a field-proven General Superintendent to lead construction delivery for a complex, billion-dollar aviation construction program in Chicago, IL. This role involves managing daily operations, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, and ensuring the successful execution of large-scale infrastructure projects in a constrained urban environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily work across the job scope, coordinating temporary works, access, laydown, traffic control, and public interface on constrained urban sites.
• Optimize deliveries, hoisting, staging, and just-in-time material flow; manage crane strategy, road closures, and event/operations interfaces.
• Lead punch list and deficiency closure; coordinate start-up, commissioning, and system turnovers.
• Conduct constructability reviews; resolve field clashes and tolerances with structures, MEP, and architectural finishes; support BIM-enabled coordination.
• Validate quantities, measure work-in-place, support change management, and verify progress for pay applications; monitor production rates and earned value.
• Coordinate with owner representatives, authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), utilities, concessions/tenants, and operations teams to protect public safety and minimize disruption.
• Set expectations with trade partners; run daily huddles, weekly coordination meetings, and visual management routines.
• Ensure adherence to codes, permits, and environmental requirements; maintain documentation and as-builts for closeout.
• Anticipate weather, seasonal impacts, long-lead items, and supply chain risks; implement mitigations and contingency plans.
• Champion a zero-incident safety culture.

Requirements

• Minimum of 12 years of construction Superintendent experience with a BS in Engineering/Construction Management or similar curriculum, or 14 years of relevant experience with an AS, or 16 years of relevant experience with a HS/GED, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid US Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aviation construction.
• 12+ years of progressive field leadership as Superintendent/General Superintendent on large, complex programs; experience on mega projects (>$500M) strongly preferred.
• Proven delivery across multiple work packages and concurrent zones on schedule-driven, occupied, or operational sites.
• Expertise in heavy coordination: structures, MEP systems, vertical transportation, envelope, civil/utility interfaces, and complex phasing/turnovers.
• Mastery of short-interval planning, production tracking, critical path recovery, and high-risk work planning (cranes/hoisting, energized systems, confined space).
• Demonstrated leadership with diverse trade partners in union and non-union environments.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and issue-resolution skills in a multi-stakeholder setting.
• OSHA 30 certification; additional high-risk certifications as applicable.
• Mega program experience in one or more sectors: aviation, stadiums/arenas, healthcare, education, data centers, or high-rise complex facilities.
• Proficiency with Procore (or similar), Primavera P6/MS Project, BIM 360/Autodesk Construction Cloud, Navisworks, Bluebeam, and Power BI dashboards.
• Experience delivering CMAR and progressive delivery models.
• Proven success leading commissioning and turnover on phased, operational campuses.

Physical Demands

The following physical demands are typically required for individuals in construction field roles, with or without accommodation:

• Physical stamina and mobility, including climbing ladders and stairs, using personnel hoists, and moving through active construction zones.
• Vision requirements: close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Capability to use hands to handle tools and materials, and perform activities such as sitting, standing, walking, speaking, hearing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of materials weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Work Environment

Individuals in construction field roles primarily work on active job sites where exposure to environmental and job-related hazards is common, with or without accommodation. These environments may include:

• Proximity to heavy machinery and elevated work areas.
• Exposure to airborne particles, varying weather conditions, and potential electrical risks.
• Moderate to high noise levels depending on the phase of construction.
• Requirement to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and remain alert to ensure safety.

Additional Information

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.
• Relocation or Temporary Living Allowance may be provided, determined by location.
• Qualified applicants must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• US travel within the United States may be required.
• Valid Driver’s License required to operate an AECOM-provided motor vehicle on construction project sites.
• Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed as part of AECOM’s background check process.
• Passing a client security screening process (e.g., SWAC, SIDA, fingerprinting) is required for site access and is a condition of continued employment.

Benefits

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of employees, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits.
• Paid time off, leaves of absence, and flexible work options.
• Voluntary benefits, perks, and well-being resources.
• Employee assistance program and business travel insurance.
• Service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

About AECOM

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, delivering a better world through deep technical expertise and innovative solutions. As a trusted professional services firm, we partner with public- and private-sector clients to solve complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. Our teams provide advisory, planning, design, engineering, and program and construction management services throughout the project lifecycle. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025.