Lead Commercial Interiors Superintendent

Actalent; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Commuter benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Superintendent for Commercial Interior Construction in downtown Chicago. This site-based role focuses on coordinating field operations, safety, and production across workplace interiors, restaurant, and retail projects.

You will support 3-week look-ahead planning, logistics, and collaboration with trade partners, project teams, and vendors. Ideal candidates have 8+ years in commercial interiors, strong scheduling and QA/QC capabilities, and a safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in commercial interior construction, with flexibility to consider 5–8 years for exceptionally strong candidates.
• 3+ years of experience specifically in Chicago commercial interior projects.
• Hands-on experience delivering commercial interior projects, including workplace, restaurant, and retail environments.
• Proficiency with scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Outbuild.
• Experience using Procore or similar construction management software for documentation and coordination.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to track daily work activities, manpower, and production progress.
• Strong commitment to jobsite safety and adherence to safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily field operations under the direction of the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent.
• Support tracking of daily work activities and production progress to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Help maintain site organization, cleanliness, and basic safety standards at all times.
• Observe trade activities and report progress, issues, or concerns to field leadership promptly.
• Assist in verifying that work is performed in accordance with drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Participate in regular site walks to deepen understanding of project execution and field conditions.
• Document field conditions, issues, and completed work in an organized and timely manner.
• Support implementation of established field processes and procedures on the jobsite.
• Assist with manpower tracking and completion of daily reports to support project controls.
• Promote accountability by following direction and completing assigned tasks reliably and on schedule.
• Develop and maintain 3-week look-ahead schedules in collaboration with trade partners.
• Partner with Project Managers to maintain detailed project schedules and update them as needed.
• Monitor critical path activities and long-lead items and escalate concerns to project leadership.
• Create and participate in pull planning and phase planning sessions to support efficient workflow.
• Monitor schedule performance and help implement corrective actions when delays occur.
• Hold trade partners accountable to project milestones and contractual commitments in coordination with leadership.
• Support coordination of deliveries, material staging, and site access to minimize disruptions.
• Track progress of scheduled activities and communicate delays, conflicts, or constraints to project leadership.
• Assist in coordinating daily trade partner activities to support planned sequencing and workflow.
• Help identify potential field risks and communicate mitigation needs to project leadership.
• Support alignment of daily field operations with the overall project schedule and site logistics plans.
• Assist in documenting field impacts, schedule changes, and evolving site conditions.
• Maintain logs related to deliveries, manpower, and daily site activities to support reporting and analysis.
• Participate in coordination and planning meetings to support effective project execution.
• Assist with implementation of site logistics and operational plans developed by project leadership.
• Support communication between field teams, trade partners, and project management regarding scheduling priorities.
• Support project execution from mobilization through closeout, including punch lists and turnover activities.
• Assist with communication and coordination with trade partners and vendors to maintain smooth operations.
• Attend coordination and progress meetings and document key takeaways for the project team.
• Help track and distribute project updates, RFIs, and field communications in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized project records and support closeout activities such as punch lists and turnover documentation.
• Develop professional working relationships with project stakeholders, including trade partners and vendors.
• Ensure timely communication of field information and issues to the broader project team.
• Track trade partner work progress and report performance concerns to field leadership.
• Support documentation for change orders and field directives by capturing relevant field data.
• Help monitor material usage and deliveries to support cost and schedule control.
• Assist in identifying scope gaps or inconsistencies in the field and elevate them appropriately.
• Support cost tracking through daily reports and field data collection.
• Maintain organized records of field-related cost impacts and changes.
• Build positive working relationships with trade partners based on respect and collaboration.
• Manage the quality control process to help ensure inspections are successful and compliant.
• Perform basic field inspections under supervision to verify workmanship and adherence to specifications.
• Verify that installed work aligns with drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Assist with coordination of third-party inspections and testing activities.
• Maintain organized quality documentation and logs to support project closeout and compliance.
• Support punch list tracking and closeout activities to ensure timely and complete project delivery.
• Promote attention to detail and quality in daily work and interactions on site.
• Follow all company safety policies and jobsite requirements without exception.
• Assist in conducting safety walks and identifying potential hazards on the jobsite.
• Attend safety meetings and toolbox talks and apply learnings in daily work.
• Report unsafe conditions or behaviors immediately to appropriate leadership.
• Support documentation of safety observations and incidents in accordance with company procedures.
• Assist with maintaining safety records and logs to support compliance and continuous improvement.
• Promote a safety-first mindset in daily activities and reinforce this through personal example.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn and take direction from field leadership.
• Support onboarding of new team members when applicable by sharing knowledge and best practices.
• Contribute to a collaborative and respectful team environment on site and within the broader organization.
• Support the company’s mission and vision by upholding its culture, values, and expectations in all actions and decision‑making.
• Support collection of project data, photos, and updates for internal use and documentation.
• Assist with documentation for proposals or marketing materials when requested.
• Follow company processes, tools, and standards consistently.
• Participate in company initiatives and programs when assigned.
• Share observations and lessons learned with the project team to support continuous improvement.
• Represent the company professionally and contribute to maintaining a positive image through daily actions and interactions.

Skills

Commercial interior construction

Chicago project experience

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

OSHA 30 certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Project

Procore

Outbuild

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Superintendent for Commercial Interior Construction in downtown Chicago. This site-based role focuses on coordinating field operations, safety, and production across workplace interiors, restaurant, and retail projects.

You will support 3-week look-ahead planning, logistics, and collaboration with trade partners, project teams, and vendors. Ideal candidates have 8+ years in commercial interiors, strong scheduling and QA/QC capabilities, and a safety-first mindset.