Lead Field Superintendent - Carpentersville

Description

 Join a Top 1% Contractor. Horizon Construction Group is ranked among the Top 250 ABC contractors nationwide and in the Top 2% of general contractors nationwide. With STEP Diamond safety performance, AQC accreditation, and a proven 40-year history of excellence, Horizon is where high performers grow, thrive, and make an impact. 

We are seeking an experienced Lead Field Superintendent to oversee day-to-day on-site field operations.  First assignment may be Carpentersville project or other area opportunities including Aurora. Site development is scheduled to begin on 6/1, with an 18-month construction schedule. This role will be instrumental in leading field execution from the start. The project includes a large site of 20+ acres, underground utility coordination, and a multi-building, multi-stage construction approach. The Lead Superintendent will serve as the primary on-site leader and partner closely with project management, design teams, inspectors, and trade partners to maintain safety, quality, schedule, and site coordination throughout construction.  

 Key Responsibilities   

• Lead all on-site construction activities from mobilization through project closeout.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, vendors, inspections, deliveries, and daily site logistics.
• Maintain and update short-term look-ahead schedules and monitor progress against milestone dates.
• Ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, quality standards, and applicable safety requirements.
• Conduct routine site walks, identify issues proactively, and drive timely resolution of field conflicts.
• Partner with the Project Manager on schedule updates, budget impacts, change conditions, RFIs, and recovery plans.
• Document daily field activity, maintain accurate reports and photo documentation, and communicate project status clearly.
• Manage punch list execution and support turnover activities to achieve a high-quality finished product.
• Provide leadership to field staff and additional superintendents as needed as the project progresses.

Requirements

• 10+ years of superintendent experience in ground-up construction, with multifamily or wood-frame residential experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success leading field operations on complex projects and coordinating multiple trades.
• Relevant experience with large-site development projects of 20+ acres, including underground utilities, is strongly preferred.
• Experience leading multi-building, multi-stage construction projects in an open-site environment is preferred where applicable.
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, scheduling, site safety, inspections, and quality control.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, submittals, and shop drawings.
• Excellent communication, leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with daily reporting tools and construction management software.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with insurance 

Why Join Us 

This is an opportunity to play a lead role on a high-impact project and help deliver a quality development from the ground up. We are looking for a field leader who takes ownership, communicates well, holds a high bar for safety and workmanship, and can keep teams aligned to meet project goals. If you are a hands-on construction professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.