Superintendent Chicago, ILReal Estate Developer | High-Rise & Ground-Up Construction | Local Projects We're partnered with a well-established Chicago real estate Developer that's looking to add a Superintendent to its growing construction team. What makes this opportunity unique is the company's involvement throughout the entire real estate lifecycle — they develop, build, and lease their own properties. With ownership, development, and construction closely aligned, the field team benefits from more streamlined decision-making and direct access to the people behind each project. The majority of their portfolio consists of ground-up multifamily and high-rise developments, alongside a diverse mix of commercial interiors, hospitality, restaurant, data center, and other specialty projects. For a Superintendent, this means the opportunity to lead major builds while still gaining exposure to a variety of construction types. The pipeline is a major selling point. They have several exciting projects underway, multiple future phases already planned, and additional developments on the horizon, providing long-term stability and plenty of opportunity to take on increasingly complex projects.
What You'll Be Doing:- Lead day-to-day field operations from mobilization through final turnover
- Manage subcontractors, field personnel, site logistics, and project schedules
- Coordinate closely with Project Managers, ownership, architects, and trade partners
- Drive safety, quality control, inspections, and overall jobsite performance
- Manage short-term scheduling and ensure milestones remain on track
- Identify and resolve field issues before they impact schedule or budget
- Help mentor Assistant Superintendents and other members of the field team
- What They're Looking For:
- Superintendent experience with a General Contractor or Developer
- Strong ground-up construction experience
- Multifamily, high-rise, or other large-scale commercial construction experience preferred
- Strong scheduling, subcontractor management, and field leadership skills
- Ability to independently take ownership of projects and drive them through completion
- Someone looking for a long-term opportunity with a strong pipeline of future work
Compensation & Benefits:- $150K–$170K base salary
- Lucrative bonus potential
- Opportunity to lead major ground-up, high-rise developments
- Multiple upcoming phases and a strong pipeline of future projects
- Direct exposure to the Developer/Owner side of the business
- Long-term career growth as the construction team continues to expand
- All Chicagoland projects — no travel required
- Downtown Chicago-based company
If you're a Superintendent looking for major ground-up projects, a strong long-term pipeline, and the opportunity to work directly for the company developing and building its own properties, I'd love to tell you more.
