Traveling Superintendent

Job Summary

JRM is looking for a Traveling Superintendent to consistently deliver projects on time, on budget, and that exceed client expectations. The Superintendent directly supervises field labor force, including subcontractors and laborers/craft workers. The candidate must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, time management, client service skills, and an understanding of all trades associated with commercial interior construction and high‑end renovation projects. Qualified applicants must be willing to travel extensively, have excellent communication skills, and work effectively in a team.

• Oversee all daily field operations to ensure proper site safety, construction progress, quality control, housekeeping, and daily log.
• Provide guidance, leadership, and direct supervision of site staff, including assistant superintendents, laborers and other construction related personnel.
• Manage schedule, including weekly preparation of 2‑week look ahead.
• Proactively schedule and coordinate all subcontractors to ensure completion of the project in accordance with the project schedule and to avoid additional costs.
• Develop comprehensive understanding of project strategy and commitments including financial goals, scheduling, logistics, phasing, milestones, and inspections.
• Ensure assigned jobsite operations are in compliance with design/specifications, completion on schedule, within budget and to quality standards.
• Maintain effective and open dialogue with the project team regarding changes in work, job conditions, subcontractor relations and any deviation in the direction of the project.
• Partner with project management to maintain an updated and accurate project schedule that reflects changes in project status and meets cost and time requirements.
• Run weekly meetings, including project and subcontractor meetings.
• Manage the RFI process; create and suggest solutions to site issues and track them through close‑out.
• Exceed client expectations by understanding client needs, wants, preferences, and culture.
• Promote positive subcontractor relations by dealing professionally and fairly with all subcontractors and vendors.
• Review punch list process to ensure all are addressed and executed in a timely manner.
• Manage close‑out process and warranty responses with project manager.

• At least five years of relevant experience as a Superintendent, preferably in interior commercial general contracting.
• Proven record of managing complex projects in occupied spaces.
• Capable of managing/coordinating multiple quick turnaround projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in reading commercial construction plans and specifications.
• 10‑Hour OSHA Construction Safety and Health Certificate.
• 4‑Hour Supported Scaffold User Certificate.
• Willingness to travel on request for 8‑12 weeks within and out of state.

• Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Microsoft Project, and Procore (preferred but not required).

• $90,000 - $120,000

• Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance and Life Insurance
• 401K Match
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Living and Travel Reimbursement
• Business expenses and Mileage Reimbursement
• Performance‑based bonus program

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Construction

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at JRM without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

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