Superintendent - Downtown Chicago - Commercial / Office Projects

Navigate Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Chicago project

Career growth

North American portfolio

Job summary

Navigate Search is seeking a seasoned Superintendent to lead day-to-day field operations on a major Chicago high-rise project. You will collaborate with the Project Manager, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and ownership to ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence on a 50-story, 1.1 million square-foot development in the Loop.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in high-rise or large-scale urban construction, excels at coordinating multiple trades, and can drive constructability and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction experience.
• Strong background in high-rise, commercial, multifamily, or large-scale urban construction.
• Proven ability to manage multiple subcontractors and trades on complex projects.
• Understanding of sequencing, scheduling, plans, specs, and building systems.
• Identify and resolve field issues quickly and effectively.
• Knowledge of construction safety practices and OSHA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily field operations across all phases of construction.
• Develop and maintain field schedules with the PM and project team.
• Coordinate subcontractors and multiple trades for proper sequencing.
• Review plans, specs, and shop drawings for conflicts and constructability.
• Lead daily coordination meetings and communicate project priorities to field staff.
• Monitor progress and hold trade partners accountable for commitments.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, deliveries, logistics, and site access.
• Identify schedule risks and potential project issues with the PM.
• Maintain high workmanship standards and ensure conformance with contract docs.
• Manage punch list, turnover, and warranty activities.

Skills

Leadership

Field operations

Scheduling

Trade coordination

Communication

Safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/Engineering

Tools

Procore

Job description

A nationally recognized, vertically integrated real estate developer and builder is expanding its Chicago construction team. With more than 50 years of experience, the company has developed a diverse portfolio spanning multifamily, high-rise residential, office, retail, industrial, and mixed-use developments throughout North America.

The company maintains significant in-house construction capabilities, giving its teams direct involvement throughout the development and construction process. This approach allows the organization to maintain strong control over quality, schedule, cost, and project execution.

About the Project

This Superintendent will join the team supporting a major 50-story, approximately 1.1-million-square-foot high-rise property in Chicago's Loop.

The project represents a significant opportunity to work on a high-profile urban asset in one of Chicago's most prominent redevelopment corridors, with a complex scope requiring strong coordination between field operations, design teams, ownership, consultants, and trade partners.

The Role

The Superintendent will take a leadership role in the day-to-day field operations of the project, working closely with the Project Manager, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and ownership to ensure the project is delivered safely, efficiently, and according to the project plans and specifications.

The ideal candidate is an experienced field leader with a strong background in high-rise, commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, or large-scale urban construction who can effectively manage multiple trades and keep a complex project moving forward.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily field operations across all phases of construction.
• Develop and maintain short-term and long-term field schedules in coordination with the Project Manager and project team.
• Coordinate subcontractors and multiple trades to ensure proper sequencing and productivity.
• Review plans, specifications, shop drawings, and project documents to identify conflicts and constructability issues.
• Lead daily coordination meetings and communicate project priorities to subcontractors and field personnel.
• Monitor subcontractor progress against the project schedule and hold trade partners accountable for commitments.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, deliveries, logistics, and site access.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to identify schedule risks, changes, and potential project issues.
• Maintain high standards for workmanship and ensure construction conforms to contract documents and project requirements.
• Manage project punch list, closeout, turnover, and warranty activities.
• Enforce project safety policies and OSHA requirements while promoting a strong jobsite safety culture.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, documentation, schedules, and field records.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, and inspectors to resolve field issues.
• Participate in RFI and submittal coordination and provide field input on constructability.
• Proactively identify potential problems and develop solutions before they impact schedule or quality.
• Assist with project logistics, site utilization, material staging, crane/hoist coordination, and overall site organization.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to Assistant Superintendents, Project Engineers, and other field staff.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction experience, with significant experience in a Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent capacity.
• Strong experience with high-rise, commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, or large-scale urban construction.
• Proven ability to manage multiple subcontractors and trades on complex projects.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, plans, specifications, and building systems.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve field issues quickly and effectively.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety practices and OSHA requirements.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
• Experience with construction management software such as Procore preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred but not required.

What You'll Get

• Opportunity to lead field operations on a major Chicago high-rise project
• Work for a vertically integrated developer and builder with a substantial North American portfolio
• Exposure to complex urban construction and redevelopment
• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced construction and development team
• Long-term career growth within a diversified real estate organization