Traveling Superintendent

Koester Construction is looking for a Traveling Superintendent to join our team. We are proud to offer our team members great benefits, the opportunity to take ownership of their projects, and an environment that helps them grow both personally and professionally.

Koester Construction is a general contractor with over 38 years of experience building a variety of commercial project types. While we are based out of Des Moines, Iowa, our work takes us all over the country. We invite you to check out our website at  to learn more about our work.

• Full‑time salaried position with pay that rewards your experience and skillset
• Per Diem
• Employer‑Paid Housing
• Paid Travel Home Monthly
• 401k Company Matching
• Employer‑Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Employer‑Paid Life Insurance
• Health, Dental, and Accident insurance available
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Gym Reimbursement
• Cash Service Awards
• Positive team‑oriented atmosphere
• Paid holiday break between Christmas and New Years

• Oversee all aspects of the construction project from planning to implementation
• Supervise onsite personnel and subcontractors
• Interface with project inspectors, contractors, architects, engineers, city and county officials, and clients
• Maintain high standards of workmanship that adhere to original plans and specifications
• Work in a manner aligned with our Core Values of Teamwork, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence

• 6+ years commercial construction leadership experience
• Willingness to travel
• Knowledge of construction scheduling
• Strong leadership qualities
• Strong negotiation skills
• Deadline and detail‑oriented
• Valid driver's license (must be insurable)
• Reliable transportation, punctuality, and reliability
• Must own basic hand tools, and have the ability to use/operate basic carpentry tools

• Lift, push, pull materials weighing up to 50+ lbs
• Use hand and power tools to perform tasks as assigned
• Perform sustained physical labor, including standing, walking, and crouching
• Perform work at height, including climbing ladders
• Perform work in confined or awkward spaces
• Read printed and digital materials
• Communicate professionally, both verbal and written communication
• Adhere to all safety standards

Pay will be based on experience and skill set. We look forward to speaking with you.