Construction Superintendent - Institutional Projects

• Established General Contractor with clear advancement opportunities
• High base salary, bonus potential, flexible PTO

About Our Client
Work as a Superintendent for one of the most reputable general contractors in the Chicagoland area. Specializing in public works, this company has a track record for excellence resulting from a combination of wide ranging experience, collaborative teamwork, and fast paced growth. Additionally, our client places a strong emphasis on a positive company culture amongst a team of strong construction professionals.

• Project Portfolio: education, public, and municipal
• Project Locations: mainly Chicagoland area
• One of the leading firms in the industry for over 50 years
• Family-oriented work culture
• Passionate team of leaders
• Strong pipeline of projects leading into 2026

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 multifamily 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-$120,000 (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

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