Traveling Superintendent - Construction

The Traveling Superintendent is a senior field leadership role responsible for overseeing the execution of commercial construction projects across multiple geographic locations. This position provides strategic direction and hands-on leadership from preconstruction through project completion, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, safety, and quality standards. The role demands a highly adaptable leader capable of managing complex, fast-paced environments while building strong relationships with subcontractors, field teams, and stakeholders to drive consistent project success.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site construction activities from preconstruction through final completion
• Oversee and manage project schedules to ensure timely delivery of all phases of construction
• Coordinate and direct subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel to maintain workflow efficiency
• Enforce strict adherence to job site safety standards and ensure OSHA compliance across all activities
• Take ownership of active projects, ensuring seamless transitions and continuity in execution
• Establish and maintain control of scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and daily site operations
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with subcontractors, clients, and internal stakeholders
• Drive consistent communication with project teams and leadership regarding progress, risks, and solutions
• Lead multiple project assignments across various locations, adapting to differing scopes and environments
• Identify and proactively resolve issues to maintain project momentum and minimize disruptions
• Ensure quality standards are met through detailed oversight and consistent follow-through
• Promote operational efficiency and consistency in field execution, reporting, and coordination
• Maintain high performance and leadership effectiveness in a travel-intensive environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of superintendent or field leadership experience in commercial construction
• Demonstrated ability to manage full project schedules from preconstruction through completion
• Strong commitment to job site safety with OSHA 30 certification
• Willingness and ability to travel consistently across regional job sites
• Proven experience leading subcontractors and coordinating active construction sites
• Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore or Project Site
• Experience in hospitality, healthcare, cold storage, or multifamily construction environments preferred
• Familiarity with tilt-up or prefabricated construction methods preferred
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong forward-thinking mindset with the ability to anticipate next steps
• Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical follow-through
• Proactive problem-solving capabilities
• Comfortable engaging in direct and constructive conversations
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• High energy and self-motivation