Senior Superintendent

Bulley & Andrews; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Holiday Schedule

Job summary

Bulley & Andrews, a Chicago-based construction firm, seeks a Senior Superintendent to oversee day-to-day operations, safety, and performance on complex projects. The role demands a track record of delivering quality construction while guiding field teams and managing schedules.

Responsibilities include leading managers and field staff, coordinating with design teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in a Superintendent role or equivalent leadership in construction
• Proven track record of quality construction, performance, and leadership
• Excellent knowledge of construction management, safety protocols and industry best practices
• Superior communication, organization and negotiation skills

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining the project master schedule (6-week look-ahead)
• Lead and mentor a team of managers, including junior superintendents and field staff
• Review contract documents, identify quality issues and communicate corrective actions
• Participate in scope review prior to contract award
• Support long-range planning and procurement
• Chair job site meetings with client and design team and document outcomes
• Oversee all superintendent responsibilities on complex projects
• Ensure autonomous execution with minimal upper management involvement
• Monitor site safety and conduct regular safety audits
• Utilize BIM for coordination and conflict resolution with design teams
• Maintain accurate as-built drawings and site records
• Resolve inter-trade conflicts and enforce quality standards
• Understand and apply trade-specific collective bargaining agreements
• Support client satisfaction and opportunities for repeat work

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Construction Management

Safety Protocols

Budgeting

Negotiation

Tools

BIM

Bluebeam

Procore

Job description

Are you interested in joining a company that blends a strong legacy with innovation, craftsmanship, and exceptional service? Then you’re in the right place!

Founded in 1891, Bulley & Andrews (B&A) is one of the nation’s most trusted and accomplished construction firms. Family-owned and operated, B&A offers a full-range of construction services including preconstruction, general contracting, construction management, and VDC as well as masonry and concrete restoration.

Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, B&A's projects range from complex new construction and multi-phased renovation to sensitive historic restoration in nearly every building market. The attributes that set B&A apart are an unwavering commitment to client service, technical expertise, and strong relationships with the trade partner community.

Integrity, ingenuity and a commitment to positive impact are core values that have guided B&A from the beginning and earned us a reputation for exceeding our clients' expectations.

Position Summary

The Senior Superintendent at Bulley & Andrews is responsible for day-to-day operations, safety, and performance of the company's projects. This position requires a demonstrated track record of prioritizing quality and safety while maintaining production goals. This person should possess excellent communication and time management skills and should have an extensive knowledge of construction management and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining the project master schedule, including short-term (6-week) look-ahead schedules, as well as utilizing pull planning processes.
• Able to lead and mentor a team of managers, including junior superintendents, field engineers, and field staff
• Able to review contract documents and recognize quality discrepancies and notify project management, while creating cost-effective suggestions to correct the issue; able to create and communicate Requests for Information with design team/ownership
• Participate in scope review prior to contract award
• Proficient at long-range planning, to assist the Project Management team with long-lead material procurement
• Hold and manage a job site meeting with the client and design team (OAC), in the absence of the Project Manager, create meeting minutes, and distribute to appropriate parties
• Capable of all superintendent responsibilities on the most complex projects.
• Able to execute assignments autonomously with minimal involvement from upper management team
• Monitor site safety conditions, direct corrective actions, and conduct regular safety audits.
• Utilize advanced computer skills and construction technology, including:
  • BIM model navigation for coordination and conflict resolution
  • Collaboration platforms (e.g., Bluebeam and Procore) for punch lists and communication
• Maintain accurate as-built drawings and job site records.
• Resolve inter-trade conflicts and elevate issues as necessary.
• Enforce and manage field-level quality assurance and control standards.
• Validate subcontractor scopes to ensure proper execution of work.
• Understand and apply trade-specific collective bargaining agreements as required.
• Foster high levels of client satisfaction and support repeat business opportunities.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in a Superintendent role
• Proven track record of quality construction, performance, and leadership
• Excellent knowledge of construction management, safety protocols, and industry best practices
• Superior communication, organization and negotiation skills
• A valid driver's license and valid insurance

Benefits

B&A offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.

• medical, dental vision and life insurance, as well as disability coverage
• optional pet insurance
• 401(k)-retirement savings plan with company match
• a variety of flexible spending accounts
• generous paid time off (PTO), eleven annual holidays, and an extra day off for your birthday
• two volunteer PTO days in addition to the opportunity to participate in company-led volunteer events
• annual bonus incentive, vehicle allowance, and cell phone stipend

Bulley & Andrews is committed to transparency and equity in our compensation practices. The final offer will consider a variety of factors, including experience, education, skill sets, certifications, market, and business needs. Our goal is to ensure fair and competitive pay that recognizes the unique contributions each team member brings to the firm.

EEO Statement

Bulley & Andrews is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.