Lead High-Rise Construction Superintendent (Urban Projects)

Navigate Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Navigate Search seeks an experienced Superintendent to lead day-to-day field operations on a major Chicago Loop high-rise project. You will work closely with the Project Manager, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and ownership to execute the project safely, on time, and per plans and specifications.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in field leadership on high-rise or large urban developments, with the ability to manage multiple trades and maintain strict quality control.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction experience in superintendent or senior roles.
• Strong track record managing high-rise, commercial, mixed-use, or large urban projects.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills to coordinate multiple trades.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily field operations across all phases of construction.
• Develop and maintain short-term and long-term field schedules with PM and team.
• Coordinate subcontractors and multiple trades to ensure sequencing and productivity.
• Review plans, specs, shop drawings to identify conflicts and constructability issues.
• Lead daily coordination meetings and communicate priorities to field staff.
• Monitor subcontractor progress and hold partners accountable to the schedule.
• Coordinate inspections, deliveries, logistics, and site access.
• Identify schedule risks and potential project issues with PM.
• Maintain workmanship standards and ensure conformance to contract documents.
• Manage punch list, turnover, and warranty activities.
• Enforce OSHA safety policies and promote a safe jobsite culture.
• Maintain daily reports, schedules, and field records.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants for field issues.
• Provide field input on RFIs and submittals.

Skills

Leadership

Field operations management

Effective communication

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

Job description

Navigate Search seeks an experienced Superintendent to lead day-to-day field operations on a major Chicago Loop high-rise project. You will work closely with the Project Manager, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and ownership to execute the project safely, on time, and per plans and specifications.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in field leadership on high-rise or large urban developments, with the ability to manage multiple trades and maintain strict quality control.