Lead Site Superintendent — High-Rise Construction

Onni Group of Companies; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

Flexible Saving Account

Annual Education Allowance

Referral Program

Team-building events

Friends and Family hotel rates

Job summary

Onni is seeking a Site Superintendent in Chicago to lead large commercial/multifamily projects. You will oversee subcontractors and on-site teams, maintain construction schedules, review drawings, and manage cost controls while ensuring quality and safety.

You will coordinate with inspectors, AHJs, and city officials, drive site logistics, and communicate milestones and risks to the Project Manager. Strong leadership and 7+ years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial construction experience.
• Experience overseeing high-end multifamily projects is a plus.
• Strong scheduling, cost control, and quality management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site activities of all subcontractors, suppliers, and on-site personnel.
• Drive and maintain the overall construction schedule; forecast daily, weekly, and monthly targets.
• Review drawings, submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs to coordinate current and upcoming work.
• Ensure subcontractors progress in accordance with the project schedule.
• Develop and implement site logistics plans.
• Coordinate inspections with city officials and third-party inspectors.
• Proactively manage scope changes and identify potential schedule or cost impacts.
• Ensure all materials and workmanship meet approved drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Conduct regular inspections to maintain quality control.
• Document deficiencies and manage punch list completion.
• Assist Project Manager with budget review and cost tracking.
• Track and report daily job production and progress.
• Review subcontractor scope of work for contract compliance.
• Lead daily site meetings and maintain clear communication with team members and trade partners.

Skills

Construction scheduling

Budget management

Leadership

Reading drawings

Coordination

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

College degree in construction management/engineering

Tools

OSHA Certification

Job description

Onni is seeking a Site Superintendent in Chicago to lead large commercial/multifamily projects. You will oversee subcontractors and on-site teams, maintain construction schedules, review drawings, and manage cost controls while ensuring quality and safety.

You will coordinate with inspectors, AHJs, and city officials, drive site logistics, and communicate milestones and risks to the Project Manager. Strong leadership and 7+ years of experience are required.