Traveling Construction Superintendent- Hospitality

About the role

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and reviewing conceptual, budgetary, and hard bid estimates for commercial construction projects. This includes developing accurate cost estimates for scopes such as HVAC, mechanical piping, and plumbing. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, as well as proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the estimating department, overseeing a team of estimators.
• Prepare and review conceptual, budgetary, and hard bid estimates.
• Develop accurate cost estimates for HVAC, mechanical piping, and plumbing scopes.
• Review drawings, specifications, subcontractor proposals, and bid documents.
• Establish estimating standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Mentor and develop estimating staff while fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Work closely with operations and preconstruction teams to ensure smooth project transitions.
• Participate in client meetings and support business development efforts when needed.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions.
• Help shape the future direction of the preconstruction department.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of mechanical construction estimating experience.
• Strong background estimating HVAC, piping, and plumbing projects.
• Previous experience leading or managing estimating teams.
• Experience with commercial and government construction projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office.

Pay

Base Salary: $125,000–$160,000

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, with occasional travel to job sites. No overnight travel required.