Senior Field Construction Superintendent

O'Neil Building Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Neil Building Corporation seeks a seasoned Field Superintendent to oversee daily site operations, supervise subcontractors, and ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance on commercial interiors and related projects.

You will lead weekly meetings, coordinate with owners and design teams, develop schedules, review submittals, and mentor junior staff while maintaining strong client relations across the Chicago area.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction with a superintendent focus; strong project management and communications skills.
• Ability to read construction documents.
• Familiarity with regulatory construction standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation of construction projects.
• Ensure safety, compliance and quality regulations are followed.
• Communicate project progress with clients and project managers.
• Manage subcontractors and construction site organization.
• Review contract requirements with Owner and project team to establish scope of work.
• Develop preliminary schedules for new estimates and projects.
• Create site logistics plans covering office location, barriers, signage, storage and access.
• Engage with local municipalities to understand inspection and occupancy processes.
• Participate in project proposals and walkthroughs for new work.
• Coordinate preconstruction activities, scheduling and enabling work as required.
• Manage startup procedures, subcontract reviews and safety/insurance coordination.
• Maintain weekly schedules and 4-week look-ahead plans with trade input.
• Interpret submittal information for field procedures and cost discussions.
• Diagnose field issues and communicate solutions through proper channels.
• Mentor junior staff and lead by example in a positive, proactive way.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Reading drawings

Procore

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Education

OSHA 30 Hour Certification

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Project

Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

O'Neil Building Corporation seeks a seasoned Field Superintendent to oversee daily site operations, supervise subcontractors, and ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance on commercial interiors and related projects.

You will lead weekly meetings, coordinate with owners and design teams, develop schedules, review submittals, and mentor junior staff while maintaining strong client relations across the Chicago area.