Superintendent

ABOUT US

Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance-driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. With operations throughout the United States, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

Annual bonus program

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k)-retirement plan

Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles

About the Role

We are looking for a Superintendent to join our Operations team on our project in Chicago, IL. This is a full-time, in-person position.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage all on-site construction activities from mobilization through close-out, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and Holder’s standards.

Execute and enforce project safety, quality, and schedule objectives, exemplifying Holder’s commitment to a zero-accident culture.

Provide oversight of all on-site workforces, including daily scope coordination and inspection of installed work.

Assign team responsibilities and maintain clear communication with office and field teams to support project goals and manage risk.

Organize project site logistics and coordinate day-to-day on-site activities to optimize workflow, productivity, and sequencing.

Read and interpret construction design documents and specifications to ensure accurate execution.

Mentor and develop team members, promoting Holder’s culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Proactively identify and resolve issues to maintain project momentum and deliver successful results.

Qualifications

Required:

5–10 years of commercial construction experience in a supervisory or field leadership role.

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across teams.

Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality.

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field.

Familiarity with scheduling tools, QA/QC processes, and risk management strategies.

Ability to relocate to projects as needed.

Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).

Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.