
Lead Superintendent - Midrise Multifamily Projects - Chicago
Navigate Search, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Superintendent – Midrise Multifamily Projects
Company Overview
Our client is an employee first, stable, midsized GC with over 30 years of experience in the Chicago area. They specialize in commercial, retail, and multifamily / mixed-use developments, including ground up construction and adaptive reuse across the Chicagoland market.
Their current portfolio includes new Multifamily residential buildings and they are looking for experts at building within Chicago city limits who have a strong background leading zero lot line projects and working with local agencies.
Role Summary
As Superintendent, you’ll lead all field operations for commercial and multifamily construction projects. You’ll be responsible for managing crews, coordinating trades, ensuring quality and safety compliance, and driving project schedules to successful completion.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all onsite operations: manage crews, coordinate subcontractors, oversee logistics, site setup, and daily execution.
Enforce safety protocols, coordinate inspections, and maintain compliance with building codes, municipal or regulatory requirements.
Execute quality control: monitor workmanship, conduct site inspections, address punch list, and ensure contract specifications are met.
Work closely with project management and design teams: review plans, shop drawings, RFIs, change orders, and maintain documentation.
Monitor project schedule and sequencing; identify delays and implement recovery strategies.
Manage material deliveries, storage, protection, and site cleanliness.
Liaise with architects, engineers, local authorities, and client representatives on site.
Qualifications & Skills
8+ years of field supervision / superintendent experience, with exposure to commercial and multifamily building projects
Experience with mixed-use, residential, or retail builds preferred
Strong leadership and communication skills—able to direct field teams and engage with project stakeholders
Excellent understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
Solid track record in safety, quality, schedule management, and resolving field issues
Familiarity with construction management software (e.g. Procore, Bluebeam) and tools
OSHA 30 or equivalent safety certification preferred
What You’ll Get
Competitive base salary $140k-$160k
Opportunity to lead high impact multifamily and commercial projects in the Chicago metro area
Strong leadership, collaborative work environment, efficient business processes
Benefits package and performance based bonuses
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