In order to apply for an available position, please send your resume by mail, email, or fax. For all eligible positions, we offer competitive benefit package including paid vacation, holidays, medical, dental insurance, and 401(k).
Please submit your cover letter and resume to: hrdept@plote.com
Excavation Superintendent
Plote Construction Inc. is currently hiring for a Excavation Superintendent to join our team. The Excavation Superintendent directs activities of union and non-union workers engaged with construction of highways, runways, site development infrastructure or other heavy highway construction projects with an emphasis on moving/hauling dirt. If you feel that you have the qualifications for the position and are interested in applying, please contact us by submitting your resume through the application link. Thank you.
If you feel that your skillset matches the description below please send your resume to: HR@plote.com
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Additional Responsibilities:
If you feel that your skillset matches the description below please send your resume to: HR@plote.com
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plan procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction
- Schedules crews and orders equipment, tools and materials to be delivered at specified times to conform to work schedules
- Schedules all subcontractor work on daily basis and for the week and communicates daily with the project manager
- Prepares or reviews reports on progress, materials used and costs, and adjusts work schedules on the basis of this review and communicates adjustments to the project manager. Ensures all work progresses at a pace that maintains the schedule and owner milestones
- Accumulates and accurately enters time and quantities on a daily basis with the assistance of the project engineer
- Inspects work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and the adherence to construction schedules
Additional Responsibilities:
- Accumulate and submit all project daily trucking logs and material summary tickets on a daily basis
- Order JULIE dig numbers and refresh numbers
- Address and resolve complaints by field personnel
Asphalt Superintendent
Plote Construction Inc. is currently hiring for a Asphalt Superintendent to join our team. The Asphalt Superintendent directs activities of union and non-union workers engaged with asphalt lay down in construction of highways, runways, site development infrastructure or other heavy highway construction projects. If you feel that you have the qualifications for the position and are interested in applying, please contact us by submitting your resume through the application link. Thank you.
If you feel that your skillset matches the description below please send your resume to: HR@plote.com
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Additional Responsibilities:
If you feel that your skillset matches the description below please send your resume to: HR@plote.com
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plan procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of asphalt lay down in the project
- Schedules asphalt crews and equipment
- Prepares or reviews reports on progress, materials used and costs, and adjusts work schedules on the basis of this review and communicates adjustments to the project manager
- Ensures all work progresses at a pace that maintains the schedule and owner milestones
- Inspects work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and the adherence to construction schedules
Additional Responsibilities:
- Accumulate and submit all project daily trucking logs and material summary tickets on a daily basis
- Accumulates and accurately enters time and quantities on a daily basis
- Address and re
General Superintendent-Concrete
Plote Construction Inc. is currently hiring for a General Superintendent-Concrete to join our team.
The General Superintendent-Concrete, directs all concrete paving activities for the company. The General Superintendent-Concrete manages the activities of the Concrete Superintendent and Foreman and works in conjunction with Project Managers to coordinate all concrete related activities.
If you feel that your skillset matches the description below please send your resume to: HR@plote.com
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Required Skill/Knowledge:
Preferred Skills/ Knowledge:
Education Level / Required Certification: 10 years of construction experience in concrete paving on heavy highway projects in a superintendent position or a combined experience in construction related education and trade experience
Problem Solving: Must be able to resolve scheduling conflicts; work effectively with all levels of field personnel in order to successfully complete the project on time and on budget
Supervisory Responsibility/ Authority to:
Supervises the activities of concrete superintendent(s)
The General Superintendent-Concrete, directs all concrete paving activities for the company. The General Superintendent-Concrete manages the activities of the Concrete Superintendent and Foreman and works in conjunction with Project Managers to coordinate all concrete related activities.
If you feel that your skillset matches the description below please send your resume to: HR@plote.com
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Determines the method of construction, manpower requirements, materials quantities, equipment, temporary power sources, work schedule and documentation of hours worked
- Directs pours and prep crews through supervision of the concrete superintendent(s)
- Ensures all work progresses at a pace that maintains the job schedule and owner milestones
- Inspects work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to owner and agency specifications and the adherence to construction schedules
- Works with Project Manager to review and adjust look ahead and daily schedules as required to maintain the overall project schedule
- Assist the Foreman with scheduling the projects in logical steps based upon employee and equipment availability and completion dates
- Responsible for site staffing, quality control, sub-trade coordination, project scheduling, field cost control and safety administration.
- Proper trimming, forming, placing, curing, and saw-cutting of concrete paving. This includes general knowledge of Gomaco and Miller Formless paving equipment
- Must be willing to work the hours needed to complete projects in a timely manner while meeting quality standards
- Responsible for establishing a professional work environment that includes: fostering a positive atmosphere, promoting proactive and effective communication, facilitating problem-solving and for minimizing and resolving conflict in a constructive manner
- Conducting and/or participating in regularly held meetings involving staff
- Daily review of daily paperwork such as timecards, field reports, schedule updates, and e-mail correspondence
- Directing and managing the workloads of supporting staff to include training, mentoring and follow up
- Participating in and encouraging staff to seek out life-long learning opportunities and professional development
- Assist estimating staff in the process of bid preparation of concrete related items
Required Skill/Knowledge:
- In depth knowledge of labor and cement mason union regulations and requirements
- Knowledge of construction industry practices and procedures
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task across several projects
- Working knowledge of Excel, Word, Bluebeam or Carlson
- Self-directed and motivated
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Demonstrated ability to complete projects on time and on budget
Preferred Skills/ Knowledge:
- Concrete specifications for private, IDOT, Illinois Tollway, and FAA projects
- Knowledge of stringless paving technology
- Knowledge of DBI placement and MIT scanning technology
- Knowledge of concrete plant operations
- General knowledge of alternative methods of paving such as bidwell and laser screed concrete placement
Education Level / Required Certification: 10 years of construction experience in concrete paving on heavy highway projects in a superintendent position or a combined experience in construction related education and trade experience
Problem Solving: Must be able to resolve scheduling conflicts; work effectively with all levels of field personnel in order to successfully complete the project on time and on budget
Supervisory Responsibility/ Authority to:
Supervises the activities of concrete superintendent(s)
Estimator
Plote Construction Inc. is actively searching for an Estimatorfor our Concrete Division.
The Estimator will support and work with management, operations and estimating staff in the review of project plans, and specifications. The Estimator shall have extensive knowledge of construction means and methods, costs and engineering principles. Qualified individuals will have estimating experience with heavy highway and commercial projects and possess the ability to produce hard dollar cost estimates for both public and private civil construction projects.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Additional Responsibilities:
Required Skill/Knowledge:
A minimum of five years estimating experience in either civil heavy highway or commercial civil, with specific emphasis in excavation, asphalt, and concrete paving. Competent in HCSS estimating software and Carlson Take off software or comparable.
The Estimator will support and work with management, operations and estimating staff in the review of project plans, and specifications. The Estimator shall have extensive knowledge of construction means and methods, costs and engineering principles. Qualified individuals will have estimating experience with heavy highway and commercial projects and possess the ability to produce hard dollar cost estimates for both public and private civil construction projects.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Read and comprehend contract specifications and drawings, assess project risks.
- Perform accurate detailed take off of quantities from drawings utilizing take off software.
- Calculate labor, equipment and materials costs required for detailed cost estimate.
- Create unit price cost estimate utilizing HCSS software program.
- •Communicate and solicit pricing from suppliers and subcontractors as required for bidding. Prepare bid packages. Compare and analyze competitive subcontractor and supplier bids
Additional Responsibilities:
- Provide pre-bid cost budgets.
- Work with project management staff with both bid handoff and ongoing construction change order costing.
- Analysis job cost information.
- • Attend industry and client meetings and visit job sites.
Required Skill/Knowledge:
A minimum of five years estimating experience in either civil heavy highway or commercial civil, with specific emphasis in excavation, asphalt, and concrete paving. Competent in HCSS estimating software and Carlson Take off software or comparable.
Project Manager
Plote Construction Inc. is currently hiring for a Project Manager to add to our team. The Project Manager is responsible for the planning, directing, coordinating or budgeting, usually through the estimator and superintendent, activities concerned with the construction and pavement of heavy/highway projects. Participates in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling and implementation. If you feel that you have the qualifications for the position and are interested in applying, please contact us by submitting your resume online. Thank you.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Additional Responsibilities:
Required Skill/Knowledge:
Preferred Skills/ Knowledge:
Education Level / Required Certification:
All applicants are encouraged to apply online or in person at our company headquarters located at:
1100 Brandt Dr. Hoffman Estates, IL 60192.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct regular project team meetings and manage subcontractor performance with a keen emphasis on budget control and time management.
- Identify job problems and issues, initiate documented action and verify implementation of solutions as requested with efficient organization and accuracy.
- Consistent interaction with clients, architects, engineers and local jurisdictions to incorporate project objectives. Negotiate and issue purchase orders and contracts, price and present change orders.
- Utilize project management tools to track project costs with firm knowledge of the construction industry’s practices and procedures
- Prepare costs for completion and job finalization.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed critical path job schedules in P6.
- Review RFP information and coordinate responses.
- All project administration and communications including, but not limited to, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, progress billing, logs and reports.
Required Skill/Knowledge:
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task across several projects.
- Proficient in Outlook, Excel, Word, MS Project, P6, Viewpoint and HCSS Heavy Bid and Heavy Job.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong negotiation skills.
Preferred Skills/ Knowledge:
- Minimum of 5 years of heavy highway or airport experience in projects ranging from $5-$20 million.
Education Level / Required Certification:
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online or in person at our company headquarters located at:
1100 Brandt Dr. Hoffman Estates, IL 60192.
Project Engineer
Plote Construction Inc. is currently hiring for an Entry Level Project Engineer to add to our team. The Project Engineer is an entry level position that serves as a liaison between the client, the construction Project Manager and the many subcontractors we work with to ensure the construction project proceeds safely, accurately, smoothly and successfully within the allotted time frame and budget. If you feel that you have the qualifications for the position and are interested in applying, please contact us by submitting your resume online. Thank you.
Major Responsibilities:
Additional Responsibilities:
Required Skill/Knowledge:
Preferred Skill/Knowledge:
Education Level / Required Certification:
All applicants are encouraged to apply online or in person at our company headquarters located at:
1100 Brandt Dr. Hoffman Estates, IL 60192.
Major Responsibilities:
- Reviews the plans and financial projections for the job to be sure that they are accurate and reasonable.
- Works with Project Manager to creates project schedules and works with contractors to assure the work is done properly and on time. Excellent attention to detail is expected.
- Process submittals, schedules, takeoffs and pay estimate data.
- Review daily trucking logs and summaries.
- Assist job superintendent in completing daily time in the field.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Additional assignments and projects can and will be designated as needed.
Required Skill/Knowledge:
- Proficient in Outlook, Excel, Word, MS Project, P6, Viewpoint and HCSS Heavy Bid and Heavy Job
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Self-directed and motivated
Preferred Skill/Knowledge:
- CPM Scheduling Basics
- Basics of Job Costing and Accounting
- Read and interpret Civil Plan Drawings
- GPS Surveying Methods
Education Level / Required Certification:
- Bachelor’s or higher Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
All applicants are encouraged to apply online or in person at our company headquarters located at:
1100 Brandt Dr. Hoffman Estates, IL 60192.
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Plote Construction Inc.
Attn: HR Dept.
1100 Brandt Drive
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
hrdept@plote.com
Fax: (847)628-6113
