Construction Healthcare Superintendent

Job Description

A nationally recognized, top-tier commercial contractor with a strong Midwest presence is seeking an experienced Healthcare Superintendent to lead complex, high-profile medical construction projects in the Chicago market. This organization is known for delivering technically demanding healthcare facilities and investing heavily in its leadership team.

This is a career-defining opportunity for superintendents looking to deepen or solidify elite healthcare construction experience.

Role Overview

The Superintendent will have full field leadership responsibility for ground-up and major renovation healthcare projects, including hospitals, surgical centers, and specialty medical facilities. You will be the on-site authority responsible for safety, quality, schedule, and coordination across all trades.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations on healthcare construction projects
• Coordinate subcontractors, inspections, and AHJ requirements
• Enforce site safety, infection control (ICRA), and quality standards
• Maintain and drive project schedules and milestone completion
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers, owners, architects, and engineers
• Oversee commissioning, closeout, and turnover processes

Healthcare Project Experience

• Acute care hospitals
• Surgical / procedure suites
• Imaging, labs, and critical MEP-intensive spaces
• Occupied healthcare renovations preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: Approximately $110,000 - $150,000 (DOE)
• Annual bonus
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Vehicle or allowance + fuel program
• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
• Strong long-term growth and leadership track

Why This Role

• High-profile healthcare projects with complex systems. Exposure to advanced MEP, compliance, and phasing challenges Positions you as a top-tier healthcare superintendent nationally
• Well-capitalized, reputable builder. Stable backlog and repeat healthcare clients. Long-term career security and advancement opportunities

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available.

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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.