Supervisor Structural Trades

Principia The • Elsah, IL

5d • $38 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for leading a crew of carpenters, laborers, and painters in the maintenance, renovation, and preservation of campus building envelopes, structural systems, and interiors. Supervises daily operations with a work orders system, conducts quality-control inspections, coordinates with campus stakeholders and external contractors. Manages projects from planning through completion—including estimates, schedules, materials procurement, and budget oversight. Requires construction and project-management experience, supervisory ability, and a hands-on commitment to safety and workmanship.

Requirements

• Ten years of experience in building construction, structural trades, and project management
• Five years of supervisory and team leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of building codes, construction standards, and safety practices
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, budgets, and schedules
• Excellent project management, communication, and coordination skills
• Ability and willingness to work alongside the Structural team when needed
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in higher education, facilities, or an institutional setting preferred
• Associate degree, military technical training, or certifications in related fields

Responsibilities

• Manage building envelopes, structural systems, and interior maintenance and renovation from planning to completion
• Develop estimates, schedules, layouts, and materials procurement
• Ensure all work meets building codes, safety standards, and quality expectations
• Coordinate with internal teams, campus departments, and external contractors to ensure efficient execution of work
• Maintain quality standards that align with historic preservation requirements and contemporary architectural expectations across campus facilities (residences, athletics, academics, library, labs, assembly spaces, and arts venues)
• Prepare regular project status reports, including progress, risks, and recommendations
• Support planning for capital renewal and improvement initiatives
• Supervise and direct daily activities of the Structural Trades team
• Promote a culture of safety, quality workmanship, and accountability
• Utilize the work order management system to plan and track work
• Coordinate with Facilities supervisors, project managers, and campus stakeholders on renovations and repairs to optimize productivity and minimize disruptions
• Manage the Structural Trades operating budgets and monitor expenditures
• Initiate purchase orders for materials, equipment, and contracted services
• Conduct quality control inspections and communicate findings to ensure high standards are met
• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance programs to project campus assets
• Partner with Life Safety and Chief Engineer on compliance and safety matters
• Uphold OSHA and Workplace Safety policies and ensure proper training
• Serve as B-team Leader over Structural Crew for weather events and facility-related incidents as needed
• Provide after-hours support as needed to address urgent maintenance issues
• Ensure workshops, yard, material and equipment storage areas, tools, and equipment and vehicles are kept clean, organized, and in good condition

Benefits

• Generous Employee Tuition Discount: Enjoy a 90% discount on tuition (pro-rated for part-time staff) for your eligible children enrolled from Pre-K3 through College (infant and acorn programs excluded).
• Relocation: Principia provides a relocation imbursement of up to 12% of your annual salary when moving from outside a radius of more than 50 miles.
• Professional Development: Access to learning opportunities, training programs, and career growth support.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Learn more about all our benefits here, including comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, paid time off, a 403(b) retirement plan with Principia matching, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree