Superintendent - Commercial Construction

Diamond Peak Recruiting; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Diamond Peak Recruiting is seeking a Construction Superintendent for luxury retail and hospitality projects in the Chicago area. You will lead day-to-day field operations, coordinate subcontractors, ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence while maintaining client satisfaction.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in commercial supervision, experience with high-end interiors, and strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial superintendent experience.
• Experience leading luxury retail and hospitality projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Strong knowledge of safety standards and OSHA.
• Experience managing subcontractors and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Manage all day-to-day field operations on commercial construction projects.
• Lead and coordinate subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and field personnel.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and ensure milestones are met.
• Monitor construction progress, quality, and workmanship.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, architects, engineers, owners, and other project stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site meetings and coordinate daily activities.
• Review plans, specifications, shop drawings, and project documents.
• Identify and resolve field issues and conflicts proactively.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
• Enforce company and OSHA safety standards and procedures.
• Track materials, deliveries, inspections, and site logistics.
• Assist with project closeout, punch lists, and turnover.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and project partners.
• Represent the company professionally throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Reading drawings

Scheduling

Multitasking

Tools

Construction PM software

Job description

Construction Superintendent – Luxury Retail & Hospitality

Location: Greater Chicago, IL

Salary: $100,000–$150,000 base salary, depending on experience

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Commercial General Contracting

About The Company

Our client is a well-established Chicago-based commercial general contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects. They are seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to join their team and lead projects throughout the greater Chicago area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on construction professional with a proven track record in luxury retail and hospitality construction who takes pride.

Position Overview

The Construction Superintendent will be responsible for the day‑to‑day field management of commercial construction projects, serving as the primary leader in delivering exceptional projects safely, on schedule, and to the highest standards.

The Construction Superintendent will be responsible for the day‑to‑day field management of commercial construction projects, serving as the primary leader on site. The ideal candidate will have significant experience managing luxury retail, high‑end hospitality, and other complex commercial interiors.

This individual will coordinate subcontractors, vendors, project teams, and site activities while maintaining a strong focus on quality, schedule, safety, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all day‑to‑day field operations on commercial construction projects.
• Lead and coordinate subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and field personnel.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and ensure milestones are met.
• Monitor construction progress, quality, and workmanship.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, architects, engineers, owners, and other project stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site meetings and coordinate daily activities.
• Review plans, specifications, shop drawings, and project documents.
• Identify and resolve field issues and conflicts proactively.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
• Enforce company and OSHA safety standards and procedures.
• Track materials, deliveries, inspections, and site logistics.
• Assist with project closeout, punch lists, and turnover.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and project partners.
• Represent the company professionally throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction superintendent experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading luxury retail construction projects.
• Proven hospitality construction experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with high‑end commercial interiors, renovations, build‑outs, or ground‑up construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, sequencing, and scheduling.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong subcontractor management and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Strong understanding of OSHA and jobsite safety requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced construction environment.
• Proficiency with construction/project management software is a plus.

What the Company Offers

• $100,000–$150,000 base salary, commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work on high‑profile luxury retail and hospitality projects.
• Stable position with an established Chicago‑based commercial GC.
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
• Collaborative, professional work environment.
• Competitive benefits package.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a seasoned commercial Superintendent who understands high‑end construction and knows how to run a jobsite.

They should be comfortable working with demanding clients, architects, designers, and subcontractors and have the communication skills and field leadership necessary to keep sophisticated projects moving.

Luxury retail + hospitality experience is a key requirement for this position.

If you're an experienced Construction Superintendent looking to take on challenging, high‑end commercial projects in the Chicago market, we'd like to hear from you.