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Commercial Construction Superintendent – Traveling (Nationwide)

United Contractor Services, LLC · Richmond, VA · 1 mo ago
ManagementFull-time

About the Company

United Contractor Services is a fast‑growing national subcontractor self‑performing across drywall, metal stud framing, acoustical ceilings, EIFS, stucco, and painting. As one of the largest specialty subcontractors in North America and a Top 50 Walls and Ceilings Contractor in the U.S., we deliver value‑added services to repeat customers across multiple regions nationwide.

Travel Expectations

This is a nationwide traveling position. Candidates must be able and willing to travel to project sites throughout the United States. To support travel, we provide company‑paid lodging, a meal per diem while on the road, and competitive mileage reimbursement.

Responsibilities

  • Run all phases of commercial construction projects, from initial planning and scheduling through to completion.
  • Coordinate daily with project managers, suppliers, subcontractors, and stakeholders to keep workflow steady and materials on schedule.
  • Lead field crews with clear direction, hands‑on support, and consistent accountability.
  • Carry out regular site inspections covering progress, quality, and adherence to safety regulations and building codes.
  • Spot and resolve problems early to keep projects on track and on budget.
  • Maintain accurate documentation – daily reports, progress updates, and change orders.
  • Build and enforce a strong, best‑practices safety culture on every site.

Qualifications

  • 2 + years of commercial construction experience, including time served as a superintendent.
  • Able and willing to travel nationwide to job sites.
  • Skilled in the layout of complex commercial construction projects.
  • Strong command of blueprints, architectural plans, and structural drawings.
  • Demonstrated experience building and maintaining project schedules.
  • Self‑motivated, detail‑focused, and quality‑driven.
  • Strong communicator with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
  • OSHA 30 certification required.
  • Comfortable with technology and cloud‑based reporting platforms (tools and training provided).

Skills

  • Complex project layout and planning.
  • Blueprint, architectural, and structural drawing interpretation.
  • Project scheduling and timeline management.
  • Effective communication with diverse stakeholders.
  • Use of cloud‑based reporting and construction technology tools.
  • Safety leadership and regulatory compliance.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Company‑paid lodging and meal per diem during travel.
  • Competitive mileage reimbursement.
  • Performance incentive program with generous bonuses.
  • Optional medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Company‑paid life insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
  • One week of paid volunteer leave annually, on top of PTO.
  • Advancement opportunities in a fast‑growing organization.

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