Lead Field Superintendent

Horizon Construction Group; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Construction Group is seeking a Lead Field Superintendent for a late-summer start on a ground-up multifamily project in Caledonia, Wisconsin. The role leads on-site operations, coordinating structural, civil, and MEP trades, while driving schedules, quality control, and safety standards through turnover over an 18-month build window.

You will onboard, train, and plan before mobilization, working closely with Project Managers, inspectors, and subcontractors to maintain momentum and

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Superintendent leading multifamily, mixed-use, or large-scale commercial construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction schedules, sequencing, quality control, and project turnover.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and managing multiple trades simultaneously.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience managing RFIs, field coordination, and constructability challenges.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant jobsite.
• OSHA certification and multifamily construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day field operations on a large-scale multifamily project.
• Drive project schedules and coordinate activities between trades.
• Manage quality control, inspections, punch lists, and project turnover.
• Identify and resolve field issues through proactive planning and constructability solutions.
• Partner with Project Managers, design teams, inspectors, and subcontractors to keep work moving.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive jobsite culture.
• Supervise and develop field staff while holding teams accountable for performance expectations.

Skills

leadership

construction management

safety leadership

communication

team leadership

Job description

Job Description

Multifamily Construction | Caledonia

With nearly 40 years of construction and development experience, Horizon is a recognized leader in multifamily housing across Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Michigan. In 2024, we broke ground on more than 2,900 apartment homes across the Midwest and were recognized as#15 Multifamily Builder in the nationby the National Multifamily Housing Council.

We're seeking an experiencedLead Field Superintendentto take the lead on one of our upcoming multifamily developments inCaledonia, Wisconsin.

Your First Project

This opportunity starts with a$40 million ground-up multifamily communityconsisting of approximately280 apartment homes, multiple residential buildings, a clubhouse, swimming pool, and complete site development. The project is scheduled to begin in late summer and will run approximately18 monthsfrom groundbreaking through completion.

We're looking for someone who can join our team now to participate in onboarding, training, and project planning prior to mobilization.

What You'll Do

As the leader on-site, you'll take ownership of daily field operations and drive the project from startup through turnover. You'll coordinate structural, civil, and MEP trades, manage subcontractor performance, enforce safety standards, and maintain schedule momentum while delivering a high-quality product.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading all day-to-day field operations on a large-scale multifamily construction project
• Driving project schedules and coordinating activities between trades
• Managing quality control, inspections, punch lists, and project turnover
• Identifying and resolving field issues through proactive planning and constructability solutions
• Partnering with Project Managers, design teams, inspectors, and subcontractors to keep work moving efficiently
• Maintaining a safe, organized, and productive jobsite culture
• Supervising and developing field staff while holding teams accountable for performance expectations

Leadership Development

At Horizon, we believe great superintendents are also great leaders. Through ourLead Training Program, you'll continue to strengthen skills in communication, documentation, employee development, conflict resolution, safety leadership, and field operations best practices.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience as a Superintendent leading multifamily, mixed-use, or large-scale commercial construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction schedules, sequencing, quality control, and project turnover
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and managing multiple trades simultaneously
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Experience managing RFIs, field coordination, and constructability challenges
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant jobsite
• OSHA certification and multifamily construction experience preferred

Why Horizon?

• Opportunity to lead high-profile multifamily developments across the Midwest
• Consistent project pipeline and long-term career growth
• Leadership development and ongoing training opportunities
• Collaborative culture focused on safety, quality, and innovation
• Industry-leading projects with one of the nation's Top 15 multifamily builders

If you're ready to lead large-scale multifamily projects and make an impact from the ground up, we'd love to talk with you.

Company Description

Top Workplace Since 2019

Horizon specializes in the development and construction of multi-family housing as well as master-planned multi-use neighborhoods. Horizon has extensive experience in all forms of commercial, retail, and themed hotel waterpark resorts. Since 1984, our commitment to outstanding performance and integrity, in every aspect of our business, has prevailed. We continue to provide our clients with comprehensive design solutions, quality construction service, and excellence in property management — all based on a vision driven by values.