Construction Superintendent

Milhouseinc; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

Company Sponsored Life Insurance

Discounted Gym Membership

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Education & Development Program

Job summary

Milhouseinc is seeking a Superintendent to oversee day-to-day activities and workforce at project sites in Lombard, Illinois. The ideal candidate will manage new building construction projects, ensuring safety and compliance while maintaining project schedules.

Qualified applicants will have 5–7 years of relevant experience, effective communication skills, and knowledge of building codes. The role offers competitive salary, benefits including health coverage, 401(k) plan, and professional development incentives.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years experience in construction management or related fields.
• Experience leading safety initiatives and performing inspections.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes and OSHA 10 certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day activities at job sites.
• Manage new construction and remodel projects.
• Conduct daily job-site audits for safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Safety protocols

Bilingual (Spanish preferred)

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Superintendent is responsible for supervising the day‑to‑day activities and workforce specific to each project or job site while maintaining a culture of safety and ensuring project deliverables are met. They must have effective communication skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to demonstrate and correct key performance skills. The role involves close collaboration with project staff, leadership, engineers and subcontractors to define project needs and oversee the construction crew’s performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage new building construction and remodel projects assigned per the Construction Director/Leadership.
• Provide daily job‑site audits for safety and institute corrective actions as required.
• Read and interpret project drawings and specifications.
• Set up and maintain an organized, professional job‑site office.
• Maintain project files, prepare daily activity reports, and take progress photos.
• Identify critical‑path issues and address them in a timely manner to keep the project on schedule.
• Identify efficient means and methods, proactively schedule work, and assist with coordination of subcontractors.
• Help plan and maintain job‑site logistics, security, and safety.
• Manage and coordinate deliveries, inspections, and team members to meet the project schedule.
• Oversee and verify layouts and MEP coordination.
• Enforce job‑site safety.
• Maintain workforce badge system.
• Support the Superintendent.
• Maintain positive relationships with owners and subcontractors.
• Maintain punch lists, ensure corrective actions, and work toward project close‑out.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent related experience preferred.
• 5–7 years related experience in construction management, general contracting, project management, carpentry, labor, or similar fields.
• Experience leading safety initiatives and creating safety procedures and protocols.
• Experience performing safety inspections.
• Ability to use a computer, the Internet, and email; proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to work safely in a construction environment.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes and standards.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Bi‑lingual, Spanish speaking preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Deductible covered 100% through Garner Health.
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance and Short‑Term Disability.
• Voluntary Coverages – Additional coverage options available.
• Discounted Gym Membership.
• Competitive Base Salary.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Professional Development Incentives – Bonuses for earning a P.E. license.
• Milhouse University (Cross‑Functional Training) – Internal training with PDH credit for engineering licenses.
• Employee Education & Development Program – Tuition assistance.
• Generous PTO + Paid Holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave – Covers a year of diapers.
• Extracurricular Sports Teams – Summer volleyball and softball.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Employee Referral Bonus.
• Transit Benefits Program – Savings on daily commute.
• Charitable Events and Activities through Milhouse Charities.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. All employees are compensated fairly and without bias, and we participate in E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility.