Traveling Superintendent; Construction

Traveling Superintendent – Federal Construction (USACE, NAVFAC, VA, GSA)

Location: Various Jobsites

Employment Type: Full-Time

Starting Base Salary:
Competitive, experience-based;
Superintendent ranking (1-4) progress with increasing responsibility, compensation, and requirements

Approximate Starting Base Salary for Super 1 : $70K+ | Total Compensation Range (with allowances included): $95K+

Approximate Starting Base Salary for Super 2 : $90K+ | Total Compensation Range (with allowances included): $115K+

Approximate Starting Base Salary for Super 3 : $100K+ | Total Compensation Range (with allowances included): $125K+

Approximate Starting Base Salary for Super 4 : $105K+ | Total Compensation Range (with allowances included): $130K+

Overview

VALIANT Construction LLC is seeking an experienced Traveling Superintendent to serve as the senior management representative, overseeing daily construction activities for U.S. Federal Government Healthcare Construction Projects ranging from $10M to $50M. This role requires a proactive and detailed professional with hands-on experience in construction management, site safety, and quality assurance. The ideal candidate will have experience with project planning and implementation, ensure compliance with safety standards, and maintain high-quality workmanship throughout the project life cycle.

The Superintendent will work closely with government officials, subcontractors and internal teams to drive project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Development
  • Lead, Manage and Hold Accountable (LMA) field team(s) – direct reports, subcontractors, and labor crews, ensuring work aligns with federal contract requirements and specifications
  • Effectively conduct and manage project coordination meetings (internal & external)
  • Ensure quality control compliance
  • Monitor all on-site activity, enforce compliance with Davis-Bacon wage requirements, and resolve issues impacting progress
  • Serve as the primary site contact for the Owner’s Representative, Contracting Officer, and on-site government inspectors
• Project Execution & Operations
  • Prepare and update three (3) week lookaheads, coordinating with subcontractors to ensure alignment with project milestones
  • Ensure proper jobsite setup
  • Track progress daily against the baseline schedule, enforce milestone deadlines and proactively report deviations to the Project Manager
  • Schedule labor, equipment, and materials while ensuring compliance with federal security and site access regulations
  • Assist in preparing and submitting change orders per FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and ensure modifications are properly documented
  • Monitor daily subcontractor activities, ensuring site access is coordinated and controlled per federal security requirements
  • Communicate and coordinate with Project Manager, CORs, Subcontractors, architects, engineers, and clients (i.e., Government, etc.)
• Safety & Compliance
  • Implement and uphold EM 385-1-1, OSHA, and project-specific safety plans by government standards
  • Lead daily toolbox talks, weekly safety meetings, and hazard analyses to mitigate risk
  • Enforce federal background checks, and badging requirements, ensuring proper access control to restricted areas
  • Keep record of all Accident Prevention Plans (APPs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA), and safety audits
  • Oversee maintenance, inspections, and proper tracking of all company and rented tools to meet federal compliance
• Reporting & Documentation
  • Develop, track, and close out the pre-final, and final punch list in compliance with contract closeout requirements
  • Update and manage as-built drawings, ensuring accuracy for final government submittals
  • Work with Project Manager(s) to verify certified payroll, daily field reports, and compliance with Davis-Bacon wage requirements
  • Provide progress narratives, work-in-place tracking, and payment application support for government invoicing
  • Complete accurate, timely daily reports, and photos in Procore

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Minimum five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in construction supervision, with at least three (3) years managing federal projects under USACE, NAVFAC, VA, GSA, or similar
• Up to date certifications preferred; OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR, EM 385-1-1
• Ability to pass a federal background check and obtain necessary clearances/badging for secure government sites

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequently required to stand, walk, or sit
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Continually required to talk/listen
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items less than 25 pounds