Lead Superintendent - Multifamily Projects - Chicago

Navigate Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Collaborative environment

Benefits package

Performance bonuses

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Chicago seeks a Lead Superintendent to oversee multifamily projects. The candidate should have over 10 years of experience in field supervision, particularly in commercial and multifamily environments. Responsibilities include managing onsite operations, enforcing safety protocols, and coordinating trades. The role offers a competitive salary, a collaborative environment, and opportunities to lead impactful construction projects within the thriving Chicago area.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of field supervision/superintendent experience in commercial and multifamily projects.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent understanding of construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all field operations for multifamily construction projects.
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Manage project schedules and address delays.

Skills

Field supervision experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Understanding of construction drawings

Safety management

Familiarity with construction management software

Quality control

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

Lead Superintendent - Multifamily Projects - Chicago

Base pay range: $150,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr

Company Overview

Our client is a general contracting firm with over 30 years of experience in the Chicago area. They specialize in commercial, retail, and multifamily / mixed-use developments, including ground up construction and adaptive reuse. Their portfolio includes new multifamily residential buildings, retail and restaurant builds, and large-scale commercial projects. They are committed to quality, collaboration, and delivering projects on time and within budget.

Role Summary

As Lead Superintendent, you’ll oversee all field operations for local multifamily construction projects. You’ll be responsible for managing crews, coordinating trades, ensuring quality and safety compliance, and driving project schedules to successful completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all onsite operations: manage crews, coordinate subcontractors, oversee logistics, site setup, and daily execution.
• Enforce safety protocols, coordinate inspections, and maintain compliance with building codes, municipal or regulatory requirements.
• Execute quality control: monitor workmanship, conduct site inspections, address punch list, and ensure contract specifications are met.
• Work closely with project management and design teams: review plans, shop drawings, RFIs, change orders, and maintain documentation.
• Monitor project schedule and sequencing; identify delays and implement recovery strategies.
• Manage material deliveries, storage, protection, and site cleanliness.
• Liaise with architects, engineers, local authorities, and client representatives on site.

Qualifications & Skills

• 10+ years of field supervision / superintendent experience, with exposure to commercial and multifamily building projects
• Experience with mixed-use, residential, or retail builds preferred
• Strong leadership and communication skills—able to direct field teams and engage with project stakeholders
• Excellent understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Solid track record in safety, quality, schedule management, and resolving field issues
• Familiarity with construction management software (e.g. Procore, Bluebeam) and tools
• OSHA 30 or equivalent safety certification preferred

What You’ll Get

• Competitive base salary $140k-$170k
• Opportunity to lead high-impact multifamily and commercial projects in the Chicago metro area
• Collaborative, quality-driven environment with a stable, established firm
• Benefits package and potential performance bonuses

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Project Management

Industries: Construction