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Superintendent - Light Industrial in Chicago

Date Posted: 04 November 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

A Chicago-area general contractor is hiring a local Superintendent for light industrial projects. This is a local role with no travel.

Pay range: $105,000 - $140,000 per year

What You'll Do

  • Run ground-up light industrial, warehouse and distribution projects in the Chicago area
  • Manage site work, concrete, steel and building envelope sequencing
  • Lead safety, quality and schedule in the field
  • Coordinate subcontractors, inspections and owner walkthroughs

What You Bring

  • 5+ years as a superintendent with a commercial general contractor
  • Light industrial or warehouse construction experience
  • Strong scheduling and leadership skills
  • OSHA 30 preferred

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary plus performance bonus
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • A stable pipeline of work and a clear path for growth

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. No sponsorship is available.

Advance your career in construction. Apply today and send your resume to Jenn LaQua, your construction recruiter at GPAC.

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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