Lead Field Superintendent - Carpentersville in Carpentersville, Illinois at Horizon Construction Group

Horizon Construction Group is proud to rank among the Top 250 ABC contractors in the nation and within the Top 1% of general contractors nationwide. Backed by STEP Diamond safety performance, AQC accreditation, and more than 40 years of proven success, Horizon offers an environment where talented professionals can build rewarding careers, take on meaningful challenges, and make a lasting 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.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of superintendent experience in ground-up construction; multifamily or wood-frame residential experience strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead field operations on complex projects and effectively coordinate multiple trades.
• Experience with large-scale site development projects exceeding 20 acres, including underground utility coordination, strongly preferred.
• Experience managing multi-building, phased construction projects in an active site environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, safety compliance, inspections, and quality control practices.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and shop drawings.
• Excellent leadership, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with construction management software and daily reporting tools.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance.

Why Horizon?

This is an exciting opportunity to take a leadership role on a significant development project and help shape its success from the ground up. We're looking for a proactive field leader who takes ownership, communicates effectively, prioritizes safety and quality, and inspires project teams to achieve outstanding results. If you're a hands-on construction professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building great projects alongside great people, we'd love to hear from you.