Superintendent - Ground Up Multifamily

You'll lead the field execution of a ground-up multifamily project (podium/wrap style or garden-style), driving schedule, quality, and safety from mobilization through turnover. This role is ideal for a superintendent who enjoys running a full site-earthwork to punchlist-and collaborating closely with PMs and ownership teams.

Client Details

A well-established Chicagoland General Contractor with a strong pipeline of ground-up multifamily work and a reputation for repeat developers and high-quality delivery. The team emphasizes safety, clean sites, schedule accountability, and strong subcontractor partnerships.

Description

• Lead all on-site operations: logistics, manpower planning, sequencing, daily production targets
• Manage and coordinate all subcontractors and trades; run weekly lookaheads and foreman meetings
• Enforce safety plan and maintain compliance with site-specific and corporate requirements
• Maintain quality standards; execute pre-install meetings and inspections
• Own schedule execution (2-6 week lookaheads), RFIs/ASIs coordination, and closeout/punch
• Communicate clearly with PM team, client reps, inspectors, and AHJ stakeholders

Profile

• 5+ years as a Superintendent (or Lead Assistant Super ready to step up) on ground-up multifamily
• Proven experience managing multiple trades and maintaining aggressive schedules
• Strong safety mindset and field documentation habits (daily reports, manpower logs, photos)
• Familiarity with Procore (or similar) strongly preferred
• OSHA-30 preferred (or willingness to obtain)

Job Offer

• Annual bonus eligibility + merit reviews
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle + gas card (company-dependent)
• Medical/Dental/Vision + 401(k) with match
• PTO + paid holidays
• Long-term pipeline in Chicagoland (minimal travel)

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