Traveling Superintendent

At JRM Construction, we build more than exceptional spaces—we build talented teams, rewarding careers, and trusted relationships. As a leading employee-owned construction firm, our people take ownership of every project and work collaboratively to deliver outstanding quality and a positive client experience. Guided by integrity, teamwork, continuous improvement, and genuine care for our people, JRM provides an environment where employees can grow and help shape the company’s long-term success.

About the role

JRM is looking for a Traveling Superintendent to help consistently deliver projects on time, on budget, and that exceed client expectations. We provide our superintendents with the necessary support and resources to excel in their role and ensure all projects are completed to the highest standard. The Superintendent directly supervises the field labor force, including subcontractors and laborers/craft workers. The candidate must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills, as well as strong client service skills and an understanding of all trades associated with commercial interior construction and high-end renovation projects. Qualified applicants must be willing to travel extensively, have excellent communication skills, and work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily field operations to ensure proper site safety, construction progress, quality control, housekeeping, and daily log.
• Provide guidance, leadership, and direct supervision of site staff, including assistant superintendents, laborers, and other construction-related personnel.
• Manage schedule, including weekly preparation of a 2-week look-ahead.
• Proactively schedule and coordinate all subcontractors to ensure project completion in accordance with the project schedule and to avoid additional costs.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of project strategy and commitments, including financial goals, scheduling, logistics, phasing, milestones, and inspections.
• Ensure assigned jobsite operations comply with design/specifications, are completed on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Demonstrate and maintain effective and open dialogue with the project team regarding changes in work, job conditions, subcontractor relations, and any project deviations.
• Work in partnership with project management to maintain an updated and accurate project schedule that reflects changes in project status and meets cost and time requirements.
• Run weekly meetings, including project and subcontractor meetings.
• Manage the RFI process, including creating and suggesting solutions to site issues and tracking them through close-out.
• Exceed client expectations by understanding client needs, wants, preferences, and culture.
• Continuously promote positive subcontractor relations by dealing professionally and fairly with all subcontractors and vendors, instilling this philosophy in the project team.
• Maintain and review the punch list process to ensure all items are addressed and executed in a timely manner.
• Manage the close-out process and warranty responses with the project manager.

Requirements

• At least five years of relevant experience as a Superintendent, preferably in interior commercial general contracting.
• Proven record of managing complex projects in occupied spaces.
• Capable of managing and coordinating multiple quick-turnaround projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated proficiency in reading commercial construction plans and specifications.
• 10-Hour OSHA Construction Safety and Health Certificate.
• 4-Hour Supported Scaffold User Certificate.
• Willingness to travel for 8-12 weeks within and out of state upon request.

Skills

• Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Microsoft Project and Procore (preferred but not required).