A well-respected Chicago commercial general contractor is seeking a Construction Superintendent who wants to have a big impact leading projects. This general contractor specializes in restaurant, retail, and commercial office projects in the $1M–$5M range. This is the kind of role where the superintendent truly runs the jobsite and has a direct impact on the success of each project.
These smaller commercial projects allow you to stay close to the work—coordinating subcontractors, managing schedules, maintaining safety, and keeping projects moving from start to finish with the support of a strong project management team.
Project Types
Restaurant construction / restaurant buildouts
Retail construction / retail tenant improvements
Commercial office buildouts
Interior renovation projects
Small ground-up commercial projects
Key Responsibilities
Manage daily construction jobsite operations
Oversee commercial construction scheduling and sequencing
Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and field crews
Maintain site safety, OSHA compliance, and quality control
Lead subcontractor coordination meetings
Monitor project schedules, inspections, and milestones
Communicate with project managers, owners, architects, and inspectors
Ensure projects stay on schedule and meet quality standards
What We’re Looking For
Experience as a Construction Superintendent, Field Superintendent, or Lead Superintendent
Background in restaurant construction, retail construction, office buildouts, or commercial interiors
Experience managing commercial projects in the $1M–$5M range
Strong skills in scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and jobsite leadership
Ability to run a clean, organized jobsite
This is an opportunity with a contractor that has a strong reputation in the Chicago market and a steady pipeline of restaurant, retail, and office work.
If you are a Chicago-area superintendent who enjoys leading projects and seeing the direct impact of your work, you are encouraged to apply today!
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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