Traveling Superintendent

About the Role

An established, employee-focused general contractor with a strong pipeline of projects across the central United States is seeking a Traveling Superintendent to join their field leadership team. This is a high-impact role with immediate responsibility on a flagship project in the Southwest, followed by ongoing work across Texas and surrounding states.

First assignment: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Future projects: Across Texas and other central U.S. regions

Responsibilities

• Work with the Project Manager and take full ownership of on-site delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Lead and coordinate all site personnel, including assistant superintendents, field engineers, subcontractors, and trades.
• Take full responsibility for project scheduling, including short-term interval planning and long-term milestone tracking.
• Manage subcontractor performance, sequencing, and workflow to maintain project momentum and avoid delays.
• Oversee quality control, ensuring all work is delivered in line with plans, specifications, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain strict cost control by monitoring labor productivity, material usage, and equipment efficiency.
• Act as the primary on-site liaison with ownership, design teams, and key stakeholders.
• Drive a culture of safety by enforcing policies, leading regular meetings, and holding all personnel accountable.

Requirements

• Proven, verifiable experience as a Superintendent delivering construction projects from ground-up through completion.
• Additional hands-on construction background with strong technical understanding of field operations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage schedules, track variances, and deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Strong leadership experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and trades simultaneously.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or equivalent practical experience.
• Highly motivated, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced, field-driven environment.
• Willingness to travel and work on projects across multiple states.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package (~$85,000 - $130,000 dependent on experience).
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and weather days.
• Career development and paid education opportunities.
• Company laptop and mobile phone.

Skills

• Construction Management / Superintendent / Commercial Construction / Ground-Up Projects
• Project Scheduling / Critical Path Method (CPM) / Budget Management / Cost Control
• Variance Tracking / Subcontractor Management / Site Operations / Field Leadership
• Quality Control / Safety Management / OSHA Compliance / Project Coordination
• Construction Scheduling / Short-Term Interval Planning / Stakeholder Management
• Owner Liaison / Design Team Coordination / Materials Procurement / Vendor Management
• Inventory Control / Equipment Management / Daily Reports / Construction Documentation
• Project Closeout / Punch List Management / Workforce Supervision / Trade Coordination
• Productivity Tracking / Contract Administration / Pre-Construction Meetings
• Installation Oversight / Building Codes & Compliance / Inspections & Testing
• Risk Management / Multi-State Projects / Traveling Superintendent / Team Leadership
• Mentorship / Performance Management