Senior Construction Site Leader for High-Rise Projects

Clark Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision benefits

Paid time off

Retirement/401k

Life insurance

Commuter benefits

Disability insurance

Job summary

Clark Construction is seeking a Senior Superintendent for Chicago, IL to lead field operations on major commercial projects. The role oversees both self-performed and contracted work, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence with a focus on on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will develop, update, and communicate the project schedule, lead multi-disciplinary meetings, and foster a high-performing team while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, a related discipline, or relevant work experience.
• 10+ years of experience on large-scale commercial construction projects.
• 4+ years leading, developing, and motivating teams.
• Experience building high-rise residential, mixed use, or higher education projects.
• In-depth knowledge of scheduling, contract administration, equipment, and personnel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee timely and quality installation of contracted work.
• Implement a culture of safety and quality among Clark employees and trade contractors and conduct regular safety inspections.
• Create and manage a plan to successfully sequence work, manage jobsite logistics, and track materials and personnel.
• Ensure a high quality of work consistent with project and company standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members; manage KPI tracking and project costs.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Communication across stakeholders

Safety compliance (OSHA)

Scheduling & planning

Education

Bachelor's/Graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management or related

Tools

Procore

PlanGrid

FieldWire

Bluebeam

P6

Job description

Clark Construction is seeking a Senior Superintendent for Chicago, IL to lead field operations on major commercial projects. The role oversees both self-performed and contracted work, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence with a focus on on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will develop, update, and communicate the project schedule, lead multi-disciplinary meetings, and foster a high-performing team while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.