Senior Superintendent

Engtal; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Engtal is seeking a Senior Superintendent in Chicago to lead complex commercial construction projects, including interiors and high-rise tenant improvements. The role emphasizes strong field leadership and coordination across teams.

You’ll oversee project delivery from preconstruction through turnover, manage subcontractors, and drive safety and schedule performance while maintaining client relationships.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of commercial construction experience.
• Experience managing $15M+ projects.
• Strong knowledge of MEP coordination, finishes, punch, and turnover.
• Ground-up and multi-state experience are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead field operations on multiple projects or complex projects valued at $15M+.
• Manage projects from preconstruction through closeout and turnover.
• Coordinate subcontractors, scheduling, site logistics, manpower, and deliveries.
• Develop and maintain 3-week look-ahead schedules.
• Lead weekly foreman and trade partner meetings.
• Coordinate sitework, structural work, MEPs, finishes, punch, and turnover.
• Maintain strong communication with clients, architects, Project Managers, and trade partners.
• Oversee safety, quality control, and schedule performance.
• Identify and resolve field issues before they impact project delivery.
• Mentor and oversee junior field staff.

Skills

Field leadership

Subcontractor coordination

Scheduling

Safety management

Client communication

Mentoring

Lead foreman meetings

Job description

Location: Chicago, IL

A growing Chicago general contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent to lead complex commercial construction projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned field leader with a strong background in commercial interiors and high-rise tenant improvements.

Projects span workplace, amenity, retail, hospitality, healthcare, lab & life sciences, and education.

Responsibilities

• Lead field operations on multiple projects or complex projects valued at $15M+
• Manage projects from preconstruction through closeout and turnover
• Coordinate subcontractors, scheduling, site logistics, manpower, and deliveries
• Develop and maintain 3-week look-ahead schedules
• Lead weekly foreman and trade partner meetings
• Coordinate sitework, structural work, MEPs, finishes, punch, and turnover
• Maintain strong communication with clients, architects, Project Managers, and trade partners
• Oversee safety, quality control, and schedule performance
• Identify and resolve field issues before they impact project delivery
• Mentor and oversee junior field staff

What We're Looking For

• 10–15+ years of commercial construction experience
• Experience managing $15M+ projects
• Strong knowledge of MEP coordination, finishes, punch, and turnover
• Proven ability to manage Superintendents and field teams
• Strong client-facing communication and leadership skills
• Ground-up and multi-state experience are a plus