Traveling Superintendent - Federal Construction

Construction Traveling Superintendent
Project

Location:

Bedford, MA

Overview: An established and rapidly growing national general contractor is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on complex construction projects. This role is ideal for a hands-on construction leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, values collaboration, and is committed to delivering high-quality projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

This position requires full-time onsite presence and offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in sectors such as healthcare, federal, and mission-critical facilities. For professionals interested in long-term career growth, future opportunities may be available on projects across the United States.

• Lead and supervise all day-to-day field operations.
• Coordinate with project teams to maintain schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives.
• Plan and organize construction activities in accordance with contract documents.
• Maintain working knowledge of owner contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
• Conduct onsite meetings with owners, subcontractors, consultants, and trade partners.
• Monitor field productivity and project progress.
• Mentor and develop project team members.
• Oversee project startup, turnover, and closeout activities.
• Maintain project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project logs.
• Manage contractual and scope-related issues.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships.
• Forecast project costs and support financial performance.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Partner with safety leadership to uphold all project safety standards and requirements.

• 10-15 years of experience working for a general contractor.
• Experience managing construction projects valued at $20M+.
• Experience leading healthcare construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, means, methods, and building systems.
• Experience managing change orders, contracts, and project schedules.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and Bluebeam.
• Ability to develop and manage RFIs, potential change orders, project schedules, and short-term look-ahead plans.
• Experience managing subcontractors in a hard-bid environment and enforcing contract scope requirements.
• Strong communication skills with owners, subcontractors, project teams, and executive leadership.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts when required, including nights or weekends on active healthcare projects.
• Experience with prevailing wage, Davis-Bacon, union, or similar labor compliance requirements.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Willingness to travel and potentially relocate to future project assignments throughout the United States.
• Desire to grow within a team-oriented organization focused on professional development.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience working with Department of Veterans Affairs projects.
• Familiarity with EM 385 and Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQMC).
• OSHA 30 Certification.

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Parental leave.
• Long-service sabbatical program.
• Ongoing mentorship, training, and leadership development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects with a growing and collaborative team.