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Superintendent, Construction

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60602, USA
Listing for: Actalent
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-31
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Construction Manager/ Foreman, Site Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Title:

Superintendent - Commercial Interior Construction

Job Description

This role supports field operations by assisting in the day-to-day execution of commercial interior construction projects under the direction of senior field leadership. The Superintendent I helps coordinate site activities, track progress, and ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project plans and quality standards. The position works closely with trade partners, project teams, and vendors to support scheduling, logistics, documentation, and communication throughout the project lifecycle.

This is an excellent opportunity to build foundational leadership and construction management skills while contributing to a well-organized, safe, and collaborative jobsite environment.

Responsibilities

* Assist with daily field operations under the direction of the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent.

* Support tracking of daily work activities and production progress to ensure alignment with project goals.

* Help maintain site organization, cleanliness, and basic safety standards at all times.

* Observe trade activities and report progress, issues, or concerns to field leadership promptly.

* Assist in verifying that work is performed in accordance with drawings, specifications, and project requirements.

* Participate in regular site walks to deepen understanding of project execution and field conditions.

* Document field conditions, issues, and completed work in an organized and timely manner.

* Support implementation of established field processes and procedures on the jobsite.

* Assist with manpower tracking and completion of daily reports to support project controls.

* Promote accountability by following direction and completing assigned tasks reliably and on schedule.

* Develop and maintain 3-week look-ahead schedules in collaboration with trade partners.

* Partner with Project Managers to maintain detailed project schedules and update them as needed.

* Monitor critical path activities and long-lead items and escalate concerns to project leadership.

* Create and participate in pull planning and phase planning sessions to support efficient workflow.

* Monitor schedule performance and help implement corrective actions when delays or issues arise.

* Hold trade partners accountable to project milestones and contractual commitments in coordination with leadership.

* Support coordination of deliveries, material staging, and site access to minimize disruptions.

* Track progress of scheduled activities and communicate delays, conflicts, or constraints to project leadership.

* Assist in coordinating daily trade partner activities to support planned sequencing and workflow.

* Help identify potential field risks and communicate mitigation needs to project leadership.

* Support alignment of daily field operations with the overall project schedule and site logistics plans.

* Assist in documenting field impacts, schedule changes, and evolving site conditions.

* Maintain logs related to deliveries, manpower, and daily site activities to support reporting and analysis.

* Participate in coordination and planning meetings to support effective project execution.

* Assist with implementation of site logistics and operational plans developed by project leadership.

* Support communication between field teams, trade partners, and project management regarding scheduling priorities.

* Support project execution from mobilization through closeout, including punch lists and turnover activities.

* Assist with communication and coordination with trade partners and vendors to maintain smooth operations.

* Attend coordination and progress meetings and document key takeaways for the project team.

* Help track and distribute project updates, RFIs, and field communications in a timely manner.

* Maintain organized project records and support closeout activities such as punch lists and turnover documentation.

* Develop professional working relationships with project stakeholders, including trade partners and vendors.

* Ensure timely communication of field information and issues to the broader project team.

* Track trade partner work progress and report performance concerns to field leadership.

* Support documentation for change orders and field directives by capturing relevant field data.

* Help monitor material usage and deliveries to support cost and schedule control.

* Assist in identifying scope gaps or inconsistencies in the field and escalate them appropriately.

* Support cost tracking through daily reports and field data collection.

* Maintain organized records of field-related cost impacts and changes.

* Build positive working relationships with trade partners based on respect and collaboration.

* Manage the quality control process to help ensure inspections are successful and compliant.

* Perform basic field inspections under supervision to verify workmanship and adherence to specifications.

* Verify that installed work aligns with drawings, specifications, and quality…
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