Senior Superintendent - Chicago, IL

We are looking for a Senior Superintendent for our Chicago, IL office. The Senior Superintendent oversees all field construction activities for a project, ensuring safe, quality, on-schedule, and on-budget completion while maintaining a positive company reputation with clients and the community. This role may oversee superintendents on multiple projects or lead large, complex construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Safety First:
  • Monitor, enforce, and maintain job safety for construction project(s).
  • Ensure subcontractors have signed contracts, insurance, and safety plans before onsite work.
  • Conduct regular jobsite safety meetings and maintain records.
  • Identify and mitigate potential safety hazards as construction progresses.
  • Complete safety surveys and checklists as required.
• Planning and Scheduling:
  • Provide recommendations in design and planning to ensure quality, timely, safe, and cost-effective construction.
  • Contribute to budget establishment and scheduling during pre-construction meetings.
  • Verify subcontractors have necessary insurance and contracts before work begins.
  • Ensure appropriate building permits are obtained.
  • Attend pre-construction and project completion meetings.
• Project Oversight:
  • Oversee and direct all phases of construction work at the jobsite.
  • Monitor progress schedules and take action to maintain timelines.
  • Order construction materials according to project specifications.
  • Schedule subcontractor activities to sequence work effectively.
  • Manage subcontractor performance for safety, schedule adherence, and contract compliance.
  • Ensure building inspections are completed at appropriate times.
  • Ensure compliance with municipal ordinances.
  • Ensure accurate job layout per design drawings and specifications.
  • Monitor job costs and take corrective action to stay within budget.
  • Maintain positive relationships with surrounding areas (residential, commercial, etc.).
  • Ensure timely completion of tenant improvements to the highest satisfaction.
  • Resolve and escalate project and field issues appropriately.
• Team Supervision:
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with team members.
  • Delegate authority and responsibility clearly and accurately.
  • Create and maintain productive relationships with subcontractors.
  • Enforce all Opus company policies and procedures.
  • Attend weekly jobsite meetings.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Monitor construction activities and take corrective action to meet quality standards.
  • Ensure construction conforms to plans and specifications to meet client expectations.
  • Complete punch-lists and correct related issues.
  • Ensure occupancy permits are obtained before owners take occupancy.
• General Administration:
  • Prepare progress reports with labor hours and in-place quantities.
  • Generate backup for owner change orders and process subcontractor back charges.
  • Provide ongoing communication and project updates to the Project Manager.

Benefits

• Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with immediate company match
• Student loan payback program
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Birthday holiday
• Community time off
• Caregiver leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid licensures and professional memberships

Pay

The annual salary for this position is $114,000 – $171,000, depending on qualifications and experience.