Superintendent - Chicago Construction

Michael Page; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

401K

Vehicle allowance

Profit sharing

Career advancement

Training programs

PTO

Company events

Company vehicle

Phone and laptop

DEI initiative

Job summary

MPI is seeking a Construction Superintendent in Chicago to manage day-to-day field activities, coordinate with investors, and ensure safety and schedule milestones on mid-rise projects. You will review blueprints, lead planning, supervise subcontractors, and maintain professional client-facing communication.

Ideal candidates hold a related bachelor's degree and have 4+ years as a superintendent, with OSHA certification preferred and strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or related field.
• 4+ years as a construction superintendent for a general contractor.
• OSHA certification (preferred).
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day construction field activities to meet milestones and schedules.
• Review blueprints, customer needs and contractor submissions to execute bids.
• Lead team with construction project planning and site logistics development.
• Monitor subcontractors to ensure quality workmanship and safety guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Leadership

Time management

Safety compliance

Client facing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or related

Job description

• Competitive base salary, 401k, bonus
• Well established general contractor with strong backlog of projects

About Our Client

Our client offers a complete range of construction services for mid-rise multifamily, mixed use, commercial, healthcare, public and education projects. They have a proven track record in the construction industry and have become one of the top integrated developers/general contractors in the Chicago-land area.

Job Description

• Manage day-to-day construction field activities to ensure that project milestone dates and overall schedule completion dates are met.
• Review blueprints, customer needs and contractor submissions in order to execute appropriate bids.
• Lead team with construction project planning and developing site logistics.
• Monitor subcontractors to ensure quality workmanship and safety guidelines are met.
• Utilize good time management to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Keep daily and weekly work logs.
• Coordinate and supervise all construction activities.
• Work directly with investors at times and maintain a professional and client facing attitude.
• Ensure proper signage is posted on the construction job site, and safety requirements are met.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or a related field is preferred
• 4+ years as a construction superintendent for a general contractor
• OSHA certification (preferred)
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Experience leading ground-up construction projects and managing a large team
• Mid-rise experience, preferably with diverse projects
• Proven track record of effectively and efficiently managing job sites
• Working knowledge of field construction: systems, practices, safety and procedures. Also, knowledge of general engineering principals and construction techniques, materials, methods, and sequencing
• Excellent communication skills with various parties including management, subcontractors, consultants, architects, vendors, and clients

What's on Offer

• A competitive base salary between $100,000-$125,000 (Depending on Experience)
• Medical insurance including dental and vision (100% coverage for individual and dependents)
• Generous 401K structure
• Vehicle allowance
• Company profit sharing
• Robust career advancement opportunity
• Strong training programs
• Generous PTO Days
• Company wide events
• Company Vehicle offered
• Company phone and laptop provided
• DE&I Initiative