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Actalent Construction Superintendent in Indianapolis, Indiana
Job Title: Construction SuperintendentJob Description
We are seeking a Construction Superintendent to support continued growth across Indiana. This role is predominantly field-based, with the individual being on-site 95% of the time. The Construction Superintendent will independently manage tenant improvement and small commercial projects, with potential to scale into larger projects based on performance. This position requires a superintendent with general contractor-style oversight, focusing on schedule, safety, sequencing, subcontractor coordination, documentation, and logistics.
Responsibilities
Run projects independently, providing field leadership and coordination.
Create and maintain schedules using AutoDesk software and understand sequencing.
Draft look-aheads and communicate upcoming constraints to subcontractors and project managers.
Enforce jobsite safety practices and expectations.
Manage logistics including deliveries, site access, and planning trade stacking.
Coordinate, hold accountable, and resolve conflicts among subcontractors.
Interpret blueprints to plan sequencing and identify issues early.
Write professional emails, log items digitally, and track field updates, progress notes, and issues.
Work closely with the project management team to escalate constraints and risks to keep projects on track.
Essential Skills
2–5+ years of experience running jobs or large scopes with responsibility for scheduling and subcontractor coordination.
Strong general contractor-style umbrella experience.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and translate plans into workable sequences.
Capability to draft basic schedules from plans with sequencing knowledge.
Comfortable leading and coordinating a job with approximately 10 trade partners/workers on-site.
Technological competence and organizational skills for digital documentation and professional communication.
Effective communication and conflict management skills on-site.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a major plus.
Ground-up experience is considered a bonus.
A college degree in Construction Management or a related field is preferred but not required.
Experience coming from trades with broad sequencing exposure is advantageous.
Work Environment
This position requires working outdoors in various weather conditions and being on-site for extended hours, sometimes including weekends or evenings depending on the project schedule. The role involves being on site five days a week, both inside and outside, and working from a trailer. Gas expenses for travel beyond assigned projects are reimbursable, and there are quarterly events and outings. Benefits for full-time employment include 3 weeks of PTO, medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) with a 4% company match, and allowances for vehicle and phone expenses.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $110000.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.