Quality Builders - Residential Superintendent (Future Field Operations Director)

  • 1871
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Full Time

This Role is a GREAT Fit if:

  • You embody or are eager to develop our QB Leadership Traits
  • You approach challenges with a growth-focused and entrepreneurial mindset
  • Youre excited to build and improve systems, not just follow them
  • You take extreme ownership & hold yourself accountable
  • You feel confident using technology and bring creativity to problem solving

This job is perfect for you if:

  • You are relentless in expecting an exceptional product.
  • Quality is in our name!
  • You understand that issues constantly come up in renovation and embrace problem solving.
  • You will implement processes & systems to continuously hone our project management process.
  • You understand how Project Management systems work (BuilderTrend experience is a bonus).

QB is a team (us & we, not I & me) focused company living & making decisions based on our 5 core values:

  1. Do the right thing (integrity)
  2. Speak up (courage)
  3. 100% Visibility (transparency)
  4. Be Different (uniqueness)
  5. Embrace Constant Change (Growth)

The most important attribute QB is searching for is someone that is looking to learn & grow through change & challenges. Check out our VISION to learn more about where we are headed.

Quality Builders is looking for a dedicated and experienced Superintendent to join our team. You are responsible for overseeing and coordinating daily field operations on our residential projects ranging from $50k to $2M in value. Many of our projects are complex (additions and basement digdowns) and NOT typical kitchen and bath renovations. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to ensure that construction activities are performed safely, efficiently, held to the highest level of quality and in accordance with buildings & project plans.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Oversee & direct daily operations on multiple project sites. REQUIRE A CLEAN JOB SITE!
  • Supervise and manage construction crews/subcontractors, monitoring progress, and providing direction to ensure the efficient execution of work.
  • Research, interview, and onboard new subcontractors
  • Work closely with the Project Manager and other team members to ensure project timelines and budgets are met.
  • Provide input on scheduling, planning, and resource allocation.
  • Review schedules and hold subcontractors accountable for timelines
  • Proactively identify potential delays, quality risks and change orders
  • Assist in the ordering, receiving, and management of materials and supplies onsite - ensure that nothing is wasted and reuse & recycle materials if possible.
  • Submit daily reports using project management software reporting daily site activities, including labor hours, materials used, and any incidents or delays that occur.
  • Implement and create new ideas and processes at the project sites
  • Promote a strong safety culture on site by enforcing safety protocols, conducting safety meetings, and reporting safety violations.

Experience:

  • 5+ years Residential construction & renovation

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
  • Knowledge of local building codes and regulations.
  • Great oral communicator that speaks the same construction language as subcontractors and city inspectors In-depth knowledge of construction processes and drive to deliver a quality product every time.
  • Proficiency in project management software (e.g., BuilderTrend) and Google Suite.
  • Familiarity with additions and basement digdowns is a bonus
  • Spanish speaking is a bonus

Project Bonus

Job ID: 481017070
Originally Posted on: 6/12/2025

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