Project Superintendent I

About PEAK… At PEAK Construction Corporation, we do more than build facilities — we build value, trust, long-term partnerships, and a culture where people come first.

Headquartered in Rosemont, IL, with regional offices in East Windsor, NJ and Charleston–St.

George, SC, we’re a national design-build leader trusted across the industry and country.

We take pride in delivering excellence often beginning with land development and site analysis across Industrial, Freezer / Cooler, Hospitality, Healthcare, Commercial, and Specialty markets — but what truly sets us apart is our people.

Our mantra is simple :

• Do The Right Thing .
• That commitment extends to how we treat clients, partners, and especially our team.
• We’re looking for a forward-thinking Project Superintendent I to carry out that mission even further.
• About Your Role with PEAK… As a project Superintendent I, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety, quality, and efficiency of assigned projects.
• You will take the lead in establishing and enforcing safety programs, driving accident-free worksites while reviewing project drawings to identify and address coordination issues within contract documents.
• Overseeing the collaboration between subcontractors and the PEAK team, you will foster a well-organized and productive work environment.
• Additionally, you will take ownership of the field portion of the project budget, carefully managing costs and making strategic financial decisions.
• With a strong focus on scheduling, you will develop and utilize detailed scheduling skills to track progress on a weekly—if not daily—basis.
• Expanding your technical proficiency, you will enhance your computer skills and understanding of PEAK software to optimize workflow and project execution.
• Through your leadership, commitment to safety, and focus on operational excellence, you will drive the success of PEAK’s project team and ensure high-performance project outcomes.
• Where you will make a difference… Strategic Leadership & Program Development You will champion the continuous evolution of Peak’s corporate safety, quality, and scheduling standards by fostering a proactive culture of accountability.
• You will implement PEAK’s corporate policies to ensure compliance with all industry regulations and requirements while driving operational excellence.
• Project Oversight & Risk Mitigation You will oversee the execution of accident- and incident-free projects, ensuring a strategy of preventative measures and thorough documentation in driving safety performance.
• You will perform weekly safety audits, prepare for and support third-party safety consultant reviews, and immediately follow up on findings to ensure compliance.
• Additionally, you will be responsible for project quality control, managing municipal inspections, documenting results, and overseeing timely punch list resolution.
• Project Schedule & Resource Management You will take full ownership of PEAK’s contractual schedule requirements, developing and managing weekly lookahead schedules while ensuring alignment with the master project schedule.
• You will work closely with Project Management during pre-construction, procurement, and initial phases to establish critical path timelines for resource acquisition, ensuring projects are completed on time.
• Training, Education & Culture Building You will cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge-sharing by leading safety training initiatives, orientations for new workers, and ongoing communication with subcontractors.
• Through structured documentation, daily reports, and proactive engagement in industry best practices, you will reinforce Peak’s mission and values across all job sites.
• Leadership & Communication Excellence You will demonstrate proactive leadership by anticipating challenges and implementing solutions to maintain project quality and efficiency.
• Your ability to build strong relationships with subcontractors, municipal inspectors, end users, and third-party consultants will ensure seamless communication and collaboration.
• Utilizing Peak’s technology platforms, you will manage project schedules, administer budgets, and oversee procurement processes, keeping all phases of construction aligned with PEAK’s strategic goals.
• Qualifications & Experience Ideally, this candidate will have two or more Cold Storage / Freezer-Cooler renovations or ground up completed projects experience.
• Ability to work well, collaboratively, constructively, and productively with others.
• Strong project safety record and commitment to safety and quality.
• Exhibit strong problem-solving ability and communication skills.
• Exhibit strong decision-making skills and ability to prioritize commitments / challenges against others.
• Must be Self-Motivated and willingness to travel or relocate to jobsite locations.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Exhibit an ability to mentor junior team members.

Ability to handle stressful situations and foresight to seek appropriate solutions in a timely manner Education :

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Here’s what you can look forward to as part of the PEAK Team :

If you're a passionate field manager ready to drive innovation, protect people, and leave a lasting impact on a growing company, apply now and be part of a team where safety, excellence, and integrity guide everything we do!