Traveling Superintendent

Job Title:

Commercial Construction Project Superintendent

Job Description

The Project Superintendent oversees a diverse portfolio of commercial construction projects along the East Coast, ranging from interior renovations to ground-up builds with typical project values between $1 million and $10 million. This role leads day-to-day site operations, coordinates subcontractors and project teams, and ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to high quality standards.

Responsibilities

+ Lead and manage all on-site activities for commercial construction projects from pre-construction through closeout.

+ Oversee a wide variety of projects, including interior fit-outs and ground-up commercial builds, typically ranging from $1 million to $10 million in value.

+ Coordinate and manage subcontractor selection, onboarding, and performance throughout the project lifecycle.

+ Create, maintain, and update detailed project schedules and budgets, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements and client expectations.

+ Organize and run regular progress meetings with owners, design teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to review status, address issues, and maintain clear communication.

+ Manage permitting processes and coordinate inspections with local authorities to ensure full compliance with codes and regulations.

+ Serve as the primary on-site contact for clients, maintaining professional communication and promptly addressing questions and concerns.

+ Oversee construction document management, including RFIs, submittals, blueprints, and other project documentation, ensuring accurate distribution and tracking.

+ Review and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and communicate requirements clearly to field teams and subcontractors.

+ Coordinate and facilitate meetings related to project planning, scheduling, logistics, and safety.

+ Support estimating efforts by providing field insights, constructability feedback, and historical project data as needed.

+ Monitor site safety, quality, and productivity, and take proactive steps to resolve issues and keep projects on track.

+ Ensure proper documentation and reporting of project progress, changes, and field conditions.

+ Travel to and oversee project sites along the East Coast as required by the project portfolio.

Essential Skills

+ Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a project superintendent role for a commercial general contractor.

+ Proven experience overseeing commercial construction projects with values over $1 million.

+ Strong project management skills within a commercial construction environment.

+ Demonstrated history of traveling to and managing projects across multiple locations.

+ Hands-on experience with construction document management, including RFIs, submittals, and blueprints.

+ Ability to read, interpret, and work from construction blueprints and specifications.

+ Experience in subcontractor selection, coordination, and performance management.

+ Proficiency in creating and managing project schedules and budgets.

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Experience with meeting coordination and facilitation for project progress and planning.

+ experience in contractor selection and management for commercial projects.

+ Experience in document control and management for construction projects.

+ Ability to support estimating activities with field knowledge and project data.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience working for a small, family-run construction business or similar environment.

+ Interest in managing a variety of unique and interesting commercial projects along the East Coast.

+ Desire for long-term growth with strong advancement opportunities.

+ Motivation to contribute to a culture that rewards performance through a strong bonus structure and comprehensive benefits.

+ Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective client and subcontractor interaction.

+ Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, documents, and deadlines simultaneously.

Work Environment

This role operates in a hybrid field and office setting, with time split between a newly renovated office in Aberdeen and active commercial project sites along the East Coast.…