Superintendent -Interiors - Chicago

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401K structure

Vehicle allowance

Career advancement

Strong training programs

Generous PTO

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Lead Interior Construction Superintendent for high-end luxury projects in Chicago. You will oversee field operations from preconstruction to completion, coordinate subcontractors, vendors, architects, designers, and clients to ensure quality finishes, schedule performance, and strict safety standards.

Preferred candidates hold a related degree, 4+ years as a superintendent, OSHA certification, and a proven track record of ground-up projects with large teams.

Qualifications

• 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 with large teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day construction field activities to meet milestone dates and schedule.
• Review blueprints and contractor submissions to execute bids.
• Lead project planning and site logistics.
• Monitor subcontractors for quality workmanship and safety.
• Maintain daily/weekly logs and ensure timely completion of projects.
• Coordinate and supervise all construction activities.
• Engage with investors professionally and maintain client-facing attitude.
• Ensure proper signage and safety requirements on site.

Skills

Strong communication

Team leadership

Ground-up construction

Mid-rise experience

Client facing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Architecture or related field

OSHA certification

Job description

Lead interior construction for high-end luxury builds throughout Chicago from preconstruction through completion. Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, architects, designers, and clients to ensure quality, craftsmanship, and schedule performance. Oversee daily field operations, safety, inspections, punch lists, and documentation while maintaining exceptional standards for finishes, millwork, detailing, and architectural execution.

A boutique, growing construction firm specializing in high-end luxury projects throughout Chicago. The company has a strong project pipeline, established relationships with leading architects, designers, developers, and clients, and a reputation for quality and craftsmanship. Its entrepreneurial culture offers team members meaningful responsibility, long-term growth, and the opportunity to work on exceptional projects.

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.

Profile

• 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

Job 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
• Robust career advancement opportunity
• Strong training programs
• Generous PTO Days
• Company wide events
• Company Vehicle offered
• Company phone and laptop provided
• DE&I Initiative

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.