Traveling Superintendent - Ground-Up Retail & Commercial (National Travel)

Job Description

Job Description

Traveling Superintendent | Ground-Up Big-Box Retail
National Travel

Lead field execution for ground-up retail and commercial projects across the United States, including large-format retail, grocery, fuel/convenience, automotive, restaurant, and multi-tenant developments. Serve as the primary on-site leader from mobilization through final turnover, responsible for subcontractors, schedule, safety, quality, logistics, and day-to-day field execution.

About the Company

Established national commercial general contractor with a strong backlog of ground-up projects and long-standing client relationships. Projects span large-format retail, grocery, fuel/convenience, automotive, restaurant, and other commercial construction throughout the U.S.

What You'll Do

• Lead day-to-day field operations from mobilization through final completion
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel to maintain production, sequencing, and schedule
• Manage site logistics, material deliveries, equipment, and daily work planning
• Work closely with Project Managers, architects, engineers, inspectors, and owners to resolve field issues
• Ensure work complies with plans, specifications, quality standards, and project requirements
• Enforce OSHA, EPA erosion-control, and company safety requirements
• Monitor progress, productivity, and schedule performance and address issues before they affect milestones
• Coordinate inspections and maintain an organized, professional jobsite
• Oversee punch list completion, final inspections, turnover, and closeout

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of Superintendent experience leading ground-up commercial construction projects
• Strong ground-up large-format retail experience, with grocery, fuel/convenience, automotive, restaurant, or multi-tenant retail experience also highly relevant
• Proven ability to independently lead a project from mobilization through turnover
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction means, methods, sequencing, scheduling, and field operations
• Ability to lead subcontractors and coordinate effectively with Project Managers, clients, design teams, and inspectors
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Current OSHA Competent Person, EPA Erosion Control, and First Aid/CPR certifications required
• Willingness to travel 100% throughout the United States
• Valid driver's license required

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary DOE
• Performance-based project bonus opportunities
• Per diem
• Lodging support
• Vehicle-related benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Company holidays

Position Details

• 100% national travel
• Projects are primarily ground-up commercial construction
• Project types include large-format retail, grocery, fuel/convenience, automotive, restaurant, and multi-tenant developments
• Superintendent serves as the primary field leader through project completion

Please include a current project list with your resume when applying.