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Healthcare Construction Superintendent in Chicago

Date Posted: Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Healthcare Construction Superintendent

Our client is a well-established construction firm specializing in healthcare projects and is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on complex healthcare builds and renovations.

Position Overview

The Healthcare Construction Superintendent will be responsible for managing all on-site construction activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and in compliance with strict healthcare regulations. This role requires strong leadership, coordination, and attention to detail in occupied and sensitive environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day field operations on healthcare construction projects

  • Coordinate subcontractors, inspectors, and project teams

  • Maintain project schedules, site logistics, and quality control

  • Ensure compliance with healthcare standards, safety regulations, and infection control protocols

  • Lead jobsite safety meetings and enforce safety policies

  • Communicate regularly with project managers, owners, and facility staff

  • Manage work in active or occupied healthcare environments when required

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience as a Superintendent on healthcare construction projects

  • Experience with hospitals, medical offices, clinics, or surgical centers

  • Strong knowledge of healthcare codes, life safety systems, and infection control procedures

  • Proven ability to manage complex schedules and multiple trades

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

  • Proficiency with construction management software preferred

What’s Offered

  • Competitive compensation based on experience

  • Steady pipeline of healthcare projects

  • Supportive leadership and team-oriented culture

  • Long-term growth opportunities

Qualified candidates with healthcare construction experience are encouraged to apply. Apply now or reach out to Alison Reierson by email at alison.reierson@gogpac.com

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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