Lead Field Superintendent | Midwest WI
Horizon Construction Group, Waukesha, WI, United States
Lead Field Superintendent – Multifamily Construction | Midwest Wisconsin
We are seeking a
Lead Field Superintendent
for upcoming large‑scale projects in the WI Midwest market ($30M-$60M with 12-18 month schedules). As the leader on site, you will own the daily plan, coordinate structural/MEP trades, and drive the construction schedule from start‑up through turnover. You’ll set the pace for safety, quality, and productivity—partnering with the Project Manager, inspectors, and subcontractors to solve problems quickly and keep the build moving.
Job Responsibilities
Own the daily plan, coordinate structural/MEP trades, and drive the construction schedule from start‑up through turnover.
Set the pace for safety, quality, and productivity—partnering with the Project Manager, inspectors, and subcontractors to solve problems quickly and keep the build moving.
Leadership
Lead and develop the on‑site team—setting clear expectations, coaching field staff and trade partners, and building a high‑accountability culture centered on safety, quality, and schedule performance.
Support growth through the Lead Training program, strengthening core superintendent leadership skills like communication, documentation, employee management, and field operations best practices.
What You’ll Bring
Proven superintendent experience leading multifamily or large‑scale commercial construction projects.
Strong working knowledge of schedules, quality control, punch list/turnover, and subcontractor management.
Comfortable reading plans/specs and driving field coordination through RFIs and constructability solutions.
Safety‑first leader with consistent, documented jobsite safety practices.
Requirements
A minimum of ten years’ experience in construction, including large‑scale multi‑family residential and/or commercial construction.
Required to have or obtain upon employment OSHA‑30 and First Aid/CPR certification.
Familiarity with all facets of construction, including earthwork, drainage, framing, finishes, and all mechanicals.
A high degree of construction field expertise is required.
Ability to supervise, teach, and motivate staff; willingness to perform any task that is required and possess good safety habits.
Clear and effective communication skills, verbally and in writing, with colleagues and third‑party contractors and tradesmen, as well as with company owners and managers.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects and meet critical time deadlines.
Ability to problem‑solve.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Agile in decision‑making and judgment.
Write.
Operate a computer keyboard, standard office equipment, and cell phone.
Stand for long periods of time and bend.
Walk job sites on even and uneven ground; up to 20,000 steps per day.
Work long hours per day (9-10; sometimes up to 12-14 hours if necessary).
Walk up and down stairs often carrying a weight up to 60 pounds.
See far distances.
Read plan pages, phone, and computer screen.
Climb ladders 6-8 feet as well as up to 24 feet.
Operate machinery such as skid‑steers and forklifts.
Communicate clearly with subcontractors, clients/customers, and teammates.
Move about and reach for items.
Lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
Handle high level of stress.
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Lead Field Superintendent
for upcoming large‑scale projects in the WI Midwest market ($30M-$60M with 12-18 month schedules). As the leader on site, you will own the daily plan, coordinate structural/MEP trades, and drive the construction schedule from start‑up through turnover. You’ll set the pace for safety, quality, and productivity—partnering with the Project Manager, inspectors, and subcontractors to solve problems quickly and keep the build moving.
Job Responsibilities
Own the daily plan, coordinate structural/MEP trades, and drive the construction schedule from start‑up through turnover.
Set the pace for safety, quality, and productivity—partnering with the Project Manager, inspectors, and subcontractors to solve problems quickly and keep the build moving.
Leadership
Lead and develop the on‑site team—setting clear expectations, coaching field staff and trade partners, and building a high‑accountability culture centered on safety, quality, and schedule performance.
Support growth through the Lead Training program, strengthening core superintendent leadership skills like communication, documentation, employee management, and field operations best practices.
What You’ll Bring
Proven superintendent experience leading multifamily or large‑scale commercial construction projects.
Strong working knowledge of schedules, quality control, punch list/turnover, and subcontractor management.
Comfortable reading plans/specs and driving field coordination through RFIs and constructability solutions.
Safety‑first leader with consistent, documented jobsite safety practices.
Requirements
A minimum of ten years’ experience in construction, including large‑scale multi‑family residential and/or commercial construction.
Required to have or obtain upon employment OSHA‑30 and First Aid/CPR certification.
Familiarity with all facets of construction, including earthwork, drainage, framing, finishes, and all mechanicals.
A high degree of construction field expertise is required.
Ability to supervise, teach, and motivate staff; willingness to perform any task that is required and possess good safety habits.
Clear and effective communication skills, verbally and in writing, with colleagues and third‑party contractors and tradesmen, as well as with company owners and managers.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects and meet critical time deadlines.
Ability to problem‑solve.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Agile in decision‑making and judgment.
Write.
Operate a computer keyboard, standard office equipment, and cell phone.
Stand for long periods of time and bend.
Walk job sites on even and uneven ground; up to 20,000 steps per day.
Work long hours per day (9-10; sometimes up to 12-14 hours if necessary).
Walk up and down stairs often carrying a weight up to 60 pounds.
See far distances.
Read plan pages, phone, and computer screen.
Climb ladders 6-8 feet as well as up to 24 feet.
Operate machinery such as skid‑steers and forklifts.
Communicate clearly with subcontractors, clients/customers, and teammates.
Move about and reach for items.
Lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
Handle high level of stress.
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