Ground Up Superintendent

Jobot; Kendall Township (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

Comprehensive benefits

PTO & holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Jobot is hiring a Construction Superintendent to lead a ground-up commercial project in Yorkville, IL. You will oversee all field operations, coordinate multiple trades, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence from mobilization through project closeout.

The role requires 5+ years of superintendent experience on ground-up projects with masonry exposure, a strong understanding of site development, utilities, and concrete work, plus leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Leads and directs field teams to ensure project quality and safety.
• Reads and interprets construction drawings and specs to guide site work.
• Handles problem solving and decision making on-site to maintain schedule and budget.
• Coordinates subcontractors and communicates with stakeholders to keep project on track.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations on the jobsite from mobilization through project completion.
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractors across trades (masonry, utilities, concrete, etc.).
• Oversee site preparation, grading, underground utilities, and foundations prior to vertical construction.
• Maintain project schedule, monitor workmanship, safety, and quality, and report progress to PM.

Skills

Leadership

Reading drawings

Problem-solving

Communication

Team coordination

Job description

Ground Up Superintendent Opportunity | $100,000-$125,000 annually (depending on experience), vehicle allowance, comprehensive benefits

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jack Campbell

A bit about us

A growing commercial general contractor is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee a ground up commercial project in the Yorkville, IL area. This is an opportunity to join a well established company with a strong pipeline of work and play a key leadership role from site development through project completion.

Why join us

• Competitive base salary based on experience.
• Performance bonus potential.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle.
• PTO and paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Manage all day to day operations on the jobsite from mobilization through project completion.
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractors including excavation, utilities, concrete, masonry, paving, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, and other trades.
• Oversee site preparation, grading, underground utilities, foundations, and concrete work prior to vertical construction.
• Ensure the masonry building is constructed in accordance with plans, specifications, quality standards, and project requirements.
• Maintain and drive the project schedule, proactively identifying and resolving issues that could impact timelines or budget.
• Perform daily site walks to monitor workmanship, quality, productivity, and safety.
• Enforce OSHA regulations and company safety policies while leading daily safety meetings.
• Coordinate inspections with local municipalities, inspectors, and project stakeholders to maintain compliance.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, progress updates, RFIs, and field documentation while communicating project status to the Project Manager and ownership.
• Coordinate material deliveries, equipment, and overall site logistics to keep work progressing efficiently.
• Resolve field conflicts and unforeseen issues in collaboration with subcontractors, design teams, and project management.
• Lead punch list completion, final inspections, commissioning, and project closeout activities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Superintendent managing ground up commercial construction projects.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing masonry construction projects.
• Strong understanding of site development, grading, utilities, concrete, parking lots, and commercial building construction.
• Proven ability to manage project schedules and coordinate multiple subcontractors.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience

• Ground up commercial construction.
• Stand-alone masonry buildings.
• Commercial site work including utilities, grading, stormwater, and paving.
• Experience delivering projects from groundbreaking through owner turnover.

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