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Traveling Superintendent

Job in Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77246, USA
Listing for: NEXTAFF
Per diem position
Listed on 2026-10-13
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Construction Manager/ Foreman, Site Manager, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 120000 - 180000 USD Yearly USD 120000.00 180000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Position Summary

The Traveling Superintendent – CSA is responsible for the on‑site execution, coordination, and supervision of all civil, structural, and architectural scopes on mission‑critical and data center construction projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Field Leadership & Execution

    • Lead day‑to‑day field operations for CSA scopes across assigned projects.
    • Manage and coordinate subcontractors, field crews, and vendors (20–50+ personnel typical).
    • Maintain tight control of schedule, sequencing, and workflow.
    • Ensure work is performed in accordance with contract documents, drawings, and specifications.
  • Mission‑Critical Schedule Management

    • Execute work in high‑pressure, schedule‑driven environments (data centers / critical facilities).
    • Identify and mitigate schedule risks early.
    • Coordinate closely with MEP trades to avoid conflicts and delays.
    • Support pull planning and short‑interval scheduling (2–6 week lookaheads).
  • Safety Leadership

    • Enforce strict compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies.
    • Conduct daily safety meetings, site walks, and hazard analysis.
    • Maintain a zero‑incident safety culture.
    • Ensure all subcontractors adhere to project‑specific safety requirements.
  • Quality Control & Inspections

    • Ensure all work meets project quality standards and tolerances.
    • Coordinate inspections, testing, and third‑party QA/QC requirements.
    • Maintain punch list tracking and drive timely closeout.
    • Identify and correct deficiencies proactively.
  • Subcontractor Management

    • Direct and manage subcontractors to ensure productivity targets are met.
    • Ensure workforce is adequate and properly staffed.
    • Align work with schedule and sequencing.
    • Hold subcontractors accountable for performance and compliance.
  • Coordination & Communication

    • Serve as the primary field point of contact between project managers, engineers, client representatives, inspectors, and AHJs.
    • Participate in weekly coordination meetings and reporting.
    • Maintain accurate daily reports and field documentation.
  • Logistics & Site Management

    • Plan and manage site logistics including deliveries, material handling, equipment staging, and site access.
    • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient jobsite.
  • Traveling Role Expectations

    • Travel to project sites nationwide (often 100% during active assignments).
    • Work extended hours as required to meet project demands.
    • Represent the company professionally in all client‑facing interactions.
  • Qualifications
    • Minimum 10+ years of commercial construction experience.
    • Proven experience as a superintendent on projects with 20–50+ field personnel and multiple subcontract trades.
    • Strong background in CSA scopes: sitework/civil, structural steel or concrete, building envelope and architectural finishes.
    • Preferred: experience on data centers, mission‑critical, or industrial projects and working in live or high‑reliability environments.
    Technical Skills
    • Strong understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
    • Scheduling (lookaheads, sequencing, critical‑path awareness).
    • QA/QC processes.
    • Familiarity with tools such as Autodesk ACC, Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction management software.
    • Experience creating RFIs, managing submittals, and safety documentation.
    Leadership Skills
    • Ability to lead and motivate large subcontractor teams.
    • Strong decision‑making under pressure.
    • Excellent communication and coordination skills.
    • High level of accountability and ownership.
    Certifications (Preferred)
    • OSHA 30
    • First Aid / CPR
    • Additional safety or field leadership certifications.
    Compensation & Benefits
    • Competitive base salary aligned with traveling superintendent market.
    • Per diem and travel accommodations.
    • Bonus structure based on project performance.
    • Health, dental, vision benefits.
    • 401(k) or retirement plan.
    What Success Looks Like
    • Projects delivered on schedule and within quality expectations.
    • Strong subcontractor performance and accountability.
    • Safe job sites with zero or minimal incidents.
    • Clean, well‑organized field operations.
    • Positive feedback from clients and project teams.
    Ideal Candidate Profile

    “Gets it done” mentality — field-first leader; comfortable in fast-paced, high-pressure environments; strong ownership mindset; respected by subcontractors but firm in expectations; thrives in mission‑critical, no‑fail environments.

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