Lead Field Superintendent - Carpentersville

About the Role

Horizon Construction Group is seeking an experienced Lead Field Superintendent to oversee day-to-day on-site field operations. First assignment may be Carpentersville project or other area opportunities including Aurora. Site development is scheduled to begin on 6/1, with an 18-month construction schedule. This role will be instrumental in leading field execution from the start. The project includes a large site of 20+ acres, underground utility coordination, and a multi-building, multi-stage construction approach. The Lead Superintendent will serve as the primary on-site leader and partner closely with project management, design teams, inspectors, and trade partners to maintain safety, quality, schedule, and site coordination throughout construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site construction activities from mobilization through project closeout.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, vendors, inspections, deliveries, and daily site logistics.
• Maintain and update short-term look-ahead schedules and monitor progress against milestone dates.
• Ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, quality standards, and applicable safety requirements.
• Conduct routine site walks, identify issues proactively, and drive timely resolution of field conflicts.
• Partner with the Project Manager on schedule updates, budget impacts, change conditions, RFIs, and recovery plans.
• Document daily field activity, maintain accurate reports and photo documentation, and communicate project status clearly.
• Manage punch list execution and support turnover activities to achieve a high-quality finished product.
• Provide leadership to field staff and additional superintendents as needed as the project progresses.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of superintendent experience in ground-up construction; multifamily or wood-frame residential experience strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead field operations on complex projects and effectively coordinate multiple trades.
• Experience with large-scale site development projects exceeding 20 acres, including underground utility coordination, strongly preferred.
• Experience managing multi-building, phased construction projects in an active site environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, safety compliance, inspections, and quality control practices.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and shop drawings.
• Excellent leadership, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with construction management software and daily reporting tools.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance.

Why Horizon?

This is an exciting opportunity to take a leadership role on a significant development project and help shape its success from the ground up. We're looking for a proactive field leader who takes ownership, communicates effectively, prioritizes safety and quality, and inspires project teams to achieve outstanding results. If you're a hands-on construction professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building great projects alongside great people, we'd love to hear from you.