Traveling Project Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Traveling Project Superintendent

Location: Nationwide – Extensive Travel Required
Reports To: Project Manager / Director of Construction
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Summary

The Traveling Project Superintendent provides direct on-site leadership for commercial construction projects located across the United States. This role requires significant national travel, often involving extended stays at project sites. The Superintendent is responsible for the safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of projects while maintaining company standards, managing field operations, and serving as the primary point of contact for clients and subcontractors on site.

This position is ideal for a construction professional who thrives in dynamic environments, has a proven ability to lead diverse teams.  

Key Responsibilities

• National Travel & Site Leadership
  • Lead and manage construction activities on project sites located throughout the United States.
  • Rapidly adapt to new job sites, local regulations, and diverse subcontractor teams to maintain consistency in quality, safety, and productivity.
• Project Execution & Oversight
  • Oversee all daily field operations, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract documents.
  • Implement and enforce construction schedules, coordinate subcontractor activities, and maintain adherence to milestones.
• Safety & Compliance
  • Foster a strong safety culture. Conduct daily safety meetings, enforce OSHA and company safety policies, and lead by example to maintain zero-incident jobsites.
• Quality Control & Documentation
  • Ensure workmanship meets or exceeds company and client standards.
  • Maintain accurate daily logs, photographs, inspection reports, RFIs, and other project records.
• Coordination & Communication
  • Serve as the on-site representative for the company, maintaining clear communication with project managers, clients, inspectors, and trade partners.
  • Lead daily coordination meetings and resolve field conflicts proactively.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of commercial construction experience, including 3+ years in a Superintendent or similar leadership role .
• Proven success delivering commercial, industrial, or retail projects across multiple regions.
• Extensive knowledge of construction means and methods, scheduling, safety, and quality control.
• Proficiency with project management and scheduling software (e.g., Procore, MS project,).
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Willingness and ability to travel nationally up to 100% of the time

Working Conditions

• Regular, extended travel to project locations across the U.S.
• Work is performed primarily on active construction sites in varying weather conditions.
• Requires standing, walking, climbing, and working in physically active environments.
• Work schedules may include nights or weekends depending on project demands.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with project-based performance bonuses
• Comprehensive per diem and travel allowances
• Mileage vehicle allowance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays