Construction Superintendent (Roofing, Sheet Metal, and Waterproofing)

Western Specialty Contractors • Peoria, IL

8d • $73,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Western Specialty Contractors is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations, manage crews, and deliver projects safely and with high quality. The position coordinates jobsite activities, enforces safety and quality standards, and serves as a key point of contact for clients and project teams. The role involves work across roofing, sheet metal, and waterproofing projects, travel to assigned jobsites, and long hours as required by project demands. Candidates must be physically capable of working in active construction environments.

Western Specialty Contractors is an employee-owned specialty contractor with more than 110 years of history and over 30 branches nationwide. Employees may receive beneficial ownership through the company’s ESOP and may participate in its annual performance-based bonus program. The company also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, maternity leave, and additional benefits for employees and their families. The U.S. pay range is $73,000–$100,000; compensation depends on factors including experience, skills, internal equity, market benchmarks, and geographic labor costs.

Requirements

• Proven superintendent or construction leadership experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience managing multiple crews or job sites.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards.
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel to assigned jobsites.
• Ability to work long hours as required by project demands.
• Physical capability to work in active construction environments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in commercial roofing, architectural sheet metal, and/or waterproofing is highly preferred.
• OSHA certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and hire field personnel.
• Lead, train, and supervise field crews across multiple job sites.
• Plan, coordinate, and schedule on-site construction activities.
• Enforce OSHA and company safety policies and conduct regular inspections.
• Review blueprints, specifications, and project documents.
• Perform quality control inspections and ensure compliance.
• Monitor schedules, productivity, and project milestones.
• Maintain daily logs, safety reports, and inspection documentation.
• Communicate professionally with clients and internal teams.
• Troubleshoot jobsite challenges and make timely decisions.

Benefits

• Beneficial ownership in the Company through Western's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Participation in the Company’s annual performance-based bonus program.
• Health coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Maternity leave.
• Additional benefits designed to support employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed