Traveling Superintendent; Heavy Industrial

Position: Traveling Superintendent (Heavy Industrial)
Job Description:

We are seeking a Traveling Superintendent to lead on-site construction operations for industrial and process plant projects throughout the Western U.S. This role is responsible for overseeing all field activities, coordinating multi-trade construction teams, maintaining project safety, and ensuring successful execution of complex industrial projects involving civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical scopes. The Project Superintendent will serve as the primary field leader, driving project progress, managing schedules, and maintaining communication between project teams, clients, and leadership.

Work Environment:

+ Fully onsite role supporting active industrial construction projects

+ Initial project located in Northern Nevada with travel throughout the Western U.S.

+ Typical schedule of 50-60 hours per week with paid overtime

+ Fast-paced, field-driven environment requiring hands-on leadership

+ Reports directly to the Project Manager / Senior Project Manager

+ Company size of approximately 100 employees with a collaborative, growth-oriented culture

+ Company-paid travel between projects

Why You Should Be Interested:

+ Opportunity to work on complex industrial and process plant construction projects

+ Clear path for advancement into Project Management and Senior leadership roles

+ Join a growing, entrepreneurial construction company with high visibility and impact

+ Stable pipeline of work across the Western U.S.

+ Competitive hourly compensation plus overtime and per diem

+ Full benefits package and long-term career growth opportunities

+ Strong culture focused on accountability, communication, and employee development

Responsibilities:

+ Lead all day-to-day field operations on industrial construction projects

+ Manage and coordinate civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical trades

+ Conduct toolbox talks, Job Safety Analyses (JSA), and enforce site safety protocols including LOTO procedures

+ Coordinate daily work activities with field crews, subcontractors, and client representatives

+ Develop and maintain 3-week lookahead schedules and track project progress

+ Monitor productivity, labor tracking, cost codes, and field production metrics

+ Manage project documentation including RFIs, CORs, submittals, redlines, and daily reports

+ Identify and resolve field issues while maintaining project schedule and quality standards

+ Lead jobsite meetings and ensure accountability across all project stakeholders

+ Maintain ongoing communication regarding project status, risks, and schedule updates

Qualifications:

Required:

+ Experience as a Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, or Senior Craft Superintendent

+ Experience in mining, heavy industrial, manufacturing, energy, or process plant construction

+ Experience managing multi-trade construction projects in industrial environments

+ Strong knowledge of civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical construction scopes

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Experience with RFIs, CORs, submittals, production tracking, and field documentation processes

+ Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documents

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Experience with project scheduling tools and Excel-based scheduling methods

+ Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

+ Valid driver's license and willingness to travel

Preferred:

- Familiarity with P6, Planera, or similar scheduling software

- Experience with Bluebeam, HCSS Heavy Job, SharePoint, and Dropbox

- MSHA certification or mining project experience

- Bilingual (English/Spanish)

- Experience working in fast-paced industrial construction environments with multiple active work fronts

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $42.00 - $47.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:  - Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital  - 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Pre-tax and…