Traveling Construction Superintendent

Superintendent of Construction

This role is for a Federal Lead Superintendent responsible for overseeing large, ground-up federal construction projects from initial site development through full mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and interior buildout. The position focuses on complex projects in the $30M–$40M+ range, including work with the Army Corps of Engineers, and requires demonstrated expertise in federal construction standards, safety compliance, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and project closeout on federally regulated construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead large federal ground-up construction projects as the primary superintendent, ensuring full lifecycle execution from site development and grading through MEP installation and interior buildout.
• Plan, organize, and manage day-to-day field operations on federally regulated projects, maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and schedule adherence.
• Implement and enforce federal construction standards and OSHA requirements, leading site safety programs and ensuring compliance with project-specific safety plans.
• Develop, maintain, and control detailed project schedules using Primavera P6, including baseline creation, subcontractor schedule integration, three-week lookahead planning, and schedule updates for multi-phase projects.
• Coordinate all subcontractors on site, ensuring clear communication of expectations, sequencing of work, and resolution of field issues to keep the project on track.
• Oversee quality control benchmarking and inspection management, ensuring all work meets federal specifications, contract requirements, and applicable codes.
• Manage documentation control and project records using Procore, Bluebeam Revu, Timberline, Excel, Word, and SharePoint to maintain accurate logs, reports, and correspondence.
• Plan and manage site logistics, including material deliveries, laydown areas, equipment placement, and workforce flow, to maximize efficiency and minimize disruptions.
• Coordinate utilities and site improvements, including utility tie-ins, site amendments, and grading activities, in alignment with project design and regulatory requirements.
• Validate cost progress and support cost tracking by reviewing work in place, quantities, and production rates against schedule and budget expectations.
• Lead project closeout activities, including punch list completion, documentation and warranty turnover, and support for owner training and handover processes.
• Ensure airfield paving activities are planned, executed, and inspected in accordance with federal and project-specific standards where applicable.
• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, including owners, design teams, and subcontractors, providing regular updates on safety, schedule, quality, and progress.
• Support long-term project planning and potential transition to follow-up federal projects in other locations upon successful completion of current work.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of one $30M–$40M ground-up federal construction project completed as a Lead Superintendent, with multiple similar projects strongly preferred.
• Experience on at least a couple of projects with the Army Corps of Engineers.
• Approximately 3–5 years of experience in federal construction as a lead superintendent, including utility, site amendment, and grading expertise.
• Demonstrated expertise in federal construction standards and OSHA compliance, with proven ability to lead and enforce site safety programs.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling, including baseline development, subcontractor integration, three-week lookahead planning, and schedule control for complex, multi-phase projects.
• Strong technical capability in subcontractor management and coordination on large federal projects.
• Proficiency with Procore for project management and documentation.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam Revu for drawing review, markups, and document coordination.
• Proficiency with Timberline for construction cost and project controls.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word for reporting, logs, and documentation.
• Proficiency with SharePoint for document storage, collaboration, and version control.
• Solid communication…