Construction Site Superintendent

The Superintendent is responsible for supervising the day-to-day activities and workforce specific to their project/job site while maintaining a culture of safety on the job site and maintaining the project deliverables. Has effective communication skills, keen attention to detail and ability demonstrate and correct key performance skills necessary in the field. Supports the effective delivery of projects working closely between the project staff and project leadership. Works closely with the engineers and subcontractors on the job to figure out project needs and oversees the performance of the construction crew.

• Manage new building construction and remodel projects assigned to you per the Construction Director/Leadership.
• Provide daily job site audits for safety. Institute corrective actions, as required.
• Read and interpret project drawing and specifications.
• Set up and maintain an organized and professional job site office.
• Maintain project files, prepare daily activity reports, and take progress photos.
• Identify critical path issues and address them in a timely manner to keep project on schedule.
• Identify efficient means and methods, pro-actively schedule work, and assist with coordination of sub-contractors.
• Help to plan and maintain job site logistics, security, and safety.
• Manage and coordinate deliveries, inspections, and team members to meet the project schedule.
• Oversee and verify layouts and MEP coordination.
• Enforce job site safety.
• Maintain workforce badging system.
• Support the Superintendent.
• Maintain positive relationships with owners and subcontractors.
• Maintain punch lists, ensure corrective actions and work toward project closeout.

• Associates Degree or equivalent related experience preferred.
• 5-7 years related experience in construction management, general contracting, project management, carpentry, labor, or related experience.
• Experience leading safety and creating safety procedures and protocols is integral.
• Experience performing safety inspections.
• Ability to use a computer, the Internet, and email. Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to work safely in a construction environment.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
• OSHA 10.
• Bi-Lingual, Spanish Speaking preferred.

• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Recovers from disappointments and setbacks.
• Works effectively with unstructured teams, situations, or environments.
• Helps others adapt to changing environments and accept new situations.
• Learning Oriented
• Works to create a climate that values learning as a lifelong professional requirement.
• This leads in establishing a climate that views errors and failures as learning opportunities.
• Seeks opportunities to help others learn as teacher, coach, and mentor.
• Oral Communications
• Strong communication skills with team members, tradespeople, contractors, vendors, architects, engineers, and clients.
• Effectively presents to clients, delivering key messages clearly and succinctly.
• Teamwork
• Promotes focus on team accomplishments and sharing credit.
• Monitors individual and team morale; intervenes appropriately.
• Evaluates individual and team effectiveness; recommends or makes improvements.
• Problem Solving
• Identifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives.
• Helps to analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches and obtain decision on resolution.
• Facilitates reconciliation rather than divisiveness among individuals.
• Written Communication
• Produces written materials in business- and industry-specific technical language.

Milhouse is a pay transparency non-discrimination organization committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We ensure that all employees are compensated fairly and without bias, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, effective January 1, 2025, we include pay scales and benefits in all job postings and ensure that all promotion opportunities are communicated to current employees within 14 days of external postings. Additionally, we participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and uphold compliance with federal requirements.

Why join the Construction team? Here's why:

Our Construction team is a blend of skillful professionals who work to support and learn from one another. Come grow with us as we learn to tackle a plethora of different projects in different areas of the Chicago-land region!

Milhouse Construction is a subsidiary of Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc.  Milhouse Construction is a general contractor with a self-performing carpentry division.  We perform both rough and finish carpentry, including framing, drywall, acoustical ceilings, millwork, doors, and other specialized carpentry work.

Here's a little information on Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc.:

Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. was founded in 2001 with the goal of building the best engineering company in the country. It was based on the belief that if we hired great people, fueled their passion while challenging them to excel, and maintained a laser focus on the needs of your clients, success would come- and so it has. Our portfolio of successful projects continues to grow, our family of highly satisfied clients continues to expand, and our staff just gets better and better.

We are a unique, Chicago-based firm whose collective passion, vision and expertise has led to phenomenal growth! With more than 500 talented professionals and offices across the globe, Milhouse offers a dynamic work environment where there is no limit to what you can achieve if you are willing to go after it.

Important Notice to US Applicants

Milhouse Construction is an at-will employer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $103,100 - $150,500