Traveling Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

SuperintendentLead Complex Commercial Construction Projects from Planning to Completion

Are you a proven construction leader who thrives on managing large, complex projects and driving teams toward successful outcomes?

We are seeking an experienced Superintendent to oversee commercial construction projects from pre-construction through final turnover. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for managing field operations, safety, quality, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and project execution while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

If you enjoy solving challenges, leading teams, and building exceptional projects, this could be the next step in your career.

Why Consider This Opportunity?Lead Challenging, High-Profile Projects

Take ownership of large and complex commercial construction projects across healthcare, education, manufacturing, and other commercial sectors.

Make a Visible Impact

Play a critical role in project success by driving safety, quality, productivity, and schedule performance from the field.

Be a Key Leader

Work closely with project management, quality control teams, design partners, clients, and subcontractors to deliver outstanding results.

Grow Your Career

Join a team that values leadership, continuous improvement, collaboration, and operational excellence.

What You'll Do

As the Superintendent, you will serve as the field leader responsible for the daily execution and overall success of assigned construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all pre-construction planning activities, including:
  • Project schedules
  • Site logistics plans
  • Safety plans
  • Crisis management planning
  • Site-specific rules and procedures
• Manage field teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and project partners throughout construction
• Conduct daily huddles and weekly planning meetings to align teams and maintain project momentum
• Coordinate material deliveries, equipment logistics, and site operations
• Develop, maintain, and adjust project schedules to meet project milestones
• Partner with Project Managers to keep schedules, costs, and resources aligned
• Support subcontractor selection, procurement efforts, and RFI management
• Implement and maintain site-specific quality control plans
• Ensure drawings, logs, inspection records, and project documentation remain accurate and current
• Assist in maintaining As-Built documentation throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage labor, material, and equipment resources to support budget performance
• Review project costs, projections, and expenditures with the project team
• Lead project closeout activities, including:
  • Punch list completion
  • Commissioning
  • Final inspections
  • Owner training and turnover
• Champion Lean construction principles, Pull Planning, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Foster a strong safety culture through jobsite meetings, orientations, and proactive safety leadership
• Ensure full compliance with OSHA regulations and site-specific safety requirements
• Build strong relationships with clients, architects, engineers, and trade partners

What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in commercial construction
• Proven experience leading field operations on commercial construction projects
• Strong background in project management and field supervision
• Experience managing large and complex construction projects
• Strong understanding of estimating, budgeting, and cost control
• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple subcontractors and trade partners
• Experience developing and managing construction schedules
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Experience

Experience in one or more of the following project types:

• Healthcare Facilities
• Educational Facilities
• Manufacturing Plants
• Industrial Facilities
• Large Commercial Developments

Additional experience with Lean Construction methodologies, Pull Planning, and continuous improvement programs is highly valued.

The Ideal Candidate

You are a proactive construction leader who excels at coordinating people, solving problems, and maintaining project momentum.

You understand how to balance safety, quality, schedule, and budget while building strong relationships with project stakeholders. You lead by example, communicate effectively, and create an environment where teams can perform at their best.

Ready to Build Something Exceptional?

If you're looking for an opportunity to lead complex commercial construction projects, influence project success from the field, and grow with a respected organization, we encourage you to apply today.

Join a team where your leadership, expertise, and commitment to excellence will make a lasting impact.

• 10+ years of experience in Commercial Construction.
• Expertise in project management, construction, commercial construction, and estimation.
• Strong background in estimating and construction management.
• Experience in healthcare, education, manufacturing, or large commercial projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with subcontractors.
• Experience with large or complex projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Fargo, ND.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $180000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits are good, strong bonus and PTO package

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fargo,ND.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.