Superintendent

Reed Construction; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Reed Construction in Chicago seeks an experienced Superintendent to lead day-to-day on-site operations, coordinate subcontractors, ensure safety, and manage project timelines and budgets. You will work with project management staff and owners to maintain high quality on large commercial projects.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, proactive problem-solving, and effective communication, with a focus on safety, scheduling, and cost control across multiple deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of superintendent experience.
• Experience on large projects required.
• Commitment to high-quality work and zero punch lists.
• Ability to lead on-site project teams and manage multiple deadlines.
• Punctual and respectful of others’ time.
• Goal-oriented with quick adaptation to changing circumstances.
• Proactively identifies and addresses on-site issues.
• Organized with strong attention to detail and cost awareness.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; thorough documentation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with PM software a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and maintain positive on-site morale.
• Understand project specs, drawings, addenda, and code requirements; report issues promptly.
• Serve as primary contact for management, subcontractors, owners, engineers and architects.
• Organize and supervise on-site work; delegate tasks and source future outlets.
• Obtain permits, COIs, schedules, and safety documentation; post safety notices.
• Ensure site safety and security; coordinate OSHA inspections and corrective actions.
• Attend safety seminars and management meetings; report progress to stakeholders.
• Use project management software to provide real-time data for decision making.
• Maintain professional relations with the public; conduct oneself accordingly.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Scheduling

Coordination

Delegation

Safety protocol

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Tools

Procore

On-Screen Takeoff

PM Web Solutions

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

For over 130 years, Reed Construction, a family-owned construction firm, has been at the forefront of the industry in Chicago, and we're looking for an experienced Superintendent to join our team. Project Superintendents are Reed Construction's first line of defense on job sites. Responsibilities include oversight of all day-to-day site operations, including scheduling, coordination, and delegation of subcontractor work, quality control, and ensuring the safety of everyone on a project site.

The ideal candidate will work closely with our project management staff and assigned subcontractors to ensure that work is being completed on time, within budget and to the high degree of quality that Reed Construction is known for. The incumbent must demonstrate strong leadership capabilities and perform all duties and responsibilities listed below to the best of their ability.

What You'll Do

• Provide strong leadership, maintaining effective working relationships with project staff to ensure a positive on-site morale.
• Display a thorough understanding of project specifications, including site drawings, addenda, on-site procedures and potential code violations; bring any on-site issues to the attention of the project management staff in a timely manner.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project management staff, subcontractors, building owners and managers, building engineers, architects and more.
• Organize, delegate and oversee all on-site work being done by subcontractors and coordinate all on-site trade work; continuously provide feedback on assigned subcontractors and actively source new outlets for future projects.
• Obtain any necessary permits or licenses, including Certificates of Insurance (COIs), project schedules and up-to-date safety protocol and equipment; Ensure prominent posting of weatherproofed, on-site signage outlining all required safety notices.
• Ensure safety and security of each job site. Coordinate and host site walk-throughs, OSHA inspections and more; immediately prompt any corrective actions indicated by reports of these agencies.
• Regularly attend seminars on a variety of safety-related topics.
• Attend scheduled meetings with project management staff, clients, architects and other partners; engage in team collaboration to address any issues and provide comprehensive and transparent progress reports.
• Utilize project management software to provide real-time data so that the project management staff can make timely and informed decisions. This includes use of Procore, On-Screen Takeoff, PM Web Solutions and more.
• Maintain good relations and communication with everyone involved in a project, including the general public; conduct oneself in a courteous and professional manner at all times.

What You Bring

• Minimum 6 years of experience in a superintendent role preferred,
• Prior experience working on large projects is required
• Committed to producing high-quality work, striving for a "zero punch list" on every project
• Ability to effectively lead an on-site project team and work toward multiple deadlines at once
• Punctual and respectful of others’ time
• Goal-oriented – ability to react quickly to changing circumstances and still achieve the desired end results
• Proactively looks for potential job site issues and addresses any problems promptly and professionally
• Organized with keen attention to detail; strong critical thinking skills
• Strong understanding of project cost analysis
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to produce thorough documentation of each project
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Experience with project management software is a plus (Procore, On-Screen Takeoff, PM Web Solutions, etc.)
• Calm and professional demeanor, even in high-pressure situations
• Act as a coach and mentor to on-site staff, boost team morale

Working Conditions

This is a full-time, salaried position. The work is typically performed in an on the project site with occasional office and travel requirements. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to walk jobsites
• Involves sitting, walking, stooping, bending, reaching and lifting.
• Can involve lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.

Travel Percentage: 0-25%

What We Offer

• The opportunity to lead in a respected firm with a rich legacy and a vibrant future.
• A competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting your critical role in our success.
• A collaborative environment where every team member is driven to excel.

Featured Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance

Why Join Reed Construction?

At Reed Construction, we don't just build buildings—we build futures. Our culture is grounded in our core values:

• Strive to Always Improve
• Go Above and Beyond
• Work as a Team
• Communicate Openly and Honestly

We invest in our people, offering career growth opportunities, mentorship, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and the chance to work with a high-performing team that’s shaping the next generation of extraordinary.

If you're a strategic project leader with a passion for delivering exceptional commercial construction projects, we want to hear from you.

Salary Range

$135,000 - $150,000 annually

Reed Construction is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other basis protected by law.

In accordance with Illinois law, we may use artificial intelligence("AI") tools in connection with the recruitment, evaluation, or screening of applicants. We do not use AI tools in a manner intended to discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.