Regional Director of Construction (General Superintendent)
Location: Chicago, IL (Regional Portfolio Oversight)
Compensation: $250,000 – $300,000 Base + Executive Bonus
Logistics: Executive Vehicle Program + Elite Transportation & Logistics Support
The Opportunity
We are a premier, vertically integrated Developer/Builder seeking an elite executive to lead our regional field operations. As the Regional Director of Construction, you will serve as the ultimate authority on project execution, safety, and quality across our high-density Midwest portfolio.
This is a high-impact leadership role designed for a "Field General" who has mastered the complexities of large-scale construction and is ready to oversee a regional portfolio from an owner's perspective.
The Portfolio: "Big Building" & Podium Mastery
Our projects are large-scale, high-density, and technically demanding. We require an expert with a verifiable track record in:
- Complex Podium-Wrap: Mastery of Type III over Type I (concrete-to-wood) high-density builds.
- Large-Scale Multi-Unit: Success delivering "big building" complexes (300+ units).
- Regional Oversight: Ability to lead a portfolio valued at $500M+ in active construction.
What You’ll Do
- Executive Field Leadership: Standardize best-in-class field operations and quality control across all regional project sites.
- Team Architecture: Recruit, mentor, and hold accountable a high-performing team of Project Superintendents.
- Strategic Pre-Construction: Serve as the final word on constructability, site logistics, and sequencing during the design phase.
- Risk Mitigation: Proactively resolve enterprise-level risks related to labor markets and supply chain.
- Efficiency & Logistics: Leverage elite transportation and logistics support to maintain high-frequency oversight of regional job sites without the traditional travel burnout.
The Requirements
- 20+ Years in Construction Leadership with a specific focus on Large-Scale Multifamily.
- Podium Authority: Recognized industry expert in Podium-Wrap and high-density builds.
- Systems Mindset: You build the systems and cultures that allow projects to succeed at scale.
- Executive Presence: Ability to command respect on the job site and provide strategic value to ownership.
- Tech Mastery: Expert proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam, and enterprise scheduling tools.
