Construction Project Manager / Field Superintendent

Company Overview
GWO, Inc. is a family-owned general contractor based on the South Side of Chicago. For over 13 years, we have delivered meaningful work across residential, municipal, and community-based projects throughout the region.

Job Summary
We are seeking a hands-on Construction Project Manager / Field Superintendent to lead projects from mobilization through punch-out across a portfolio of residential, municipal, and institutional work.

This role is ideal for a construction professional who is confident in the field, organized in project execution, and experienced in managing subcontractors, schedules, and client communication across multiple active jobs.

What You’ll Do

• Manage up to 10 active construction projects at one time across various site locations located across Chicagoland
• Lead job site activity and keep subcontractors aligned on schedule, quality, and performance
• Conduct site walks with clients and provide clear progress updates
• Coordinate scheduling, trade sequencing, inspections, deliveries, and project milestones
• Support estimating, scoping, and change order development
• Source, vet, and onboard qualified subcontractors across key trades
• Maintain project documentation including field reports, photos, and updates
• Communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal team members
• Help keep projects on time, on budget, and moving forward efficiently

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of construction experience across residential and commercial, institutional, or public-sector work
• 3+ years managing subcontractors, field crews, or multiple concurrent projects
• Experience with publicly funded work such as DOH, CHA, HUD , or similar agencies strongly preferred
• Established Chicagoland subcontractor network across common construction trades
• Ability to read plans, specifications, and scopes of work
• Strong field judgment, organization, and follow-through
• Professional communication skills and confidence working with clients and stakeholders
• Comfortable in a hybrid role that includes both field leadership and administrative/project management work
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Experience with Buildertrend, Procore, or similar construction management tools is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• $100,000 - $115,000 per year DOE
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven, family-owned company making real impact in the Chicagoland area

Interested in learning more?

Feel free to email, call, or text us with any questions about this opportunity. You are also welcome to email or text your resume and/ or project list for consideration.

Email: [email protected] Call/Text: (708) 668-0428

Pay: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you currently local to the Chicagoland area?
• How many years of residential construction experience do you have?
• How many years of commercial and/or municipal/public-sector construction experience do you have?
• Do you have an established subcontractor network in the Chicagoland area across common trades such as carpentry, roofing, concrete, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC?
• Do you have reliable transportation and the ability to travel independently across job sites throughout the Chicagoland area while managing multiple active projects?

Work Location: In person