Commercial Construction Superintendent (Traveling)

ZipRecruiter; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Position: Traveling Construction Superintendent (Traveling)

Role Overview:

As a Construction Superintendent at CDO Group, you will manage the onsite delivery of successful projects, overseeing every step of the construction process from planning to completion. Your responsibilities will include:

• Collaboration: Work with multi-disciplined onsite teams, including vendors and subcontractors.
• Technical Expertise: Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of all construction trades, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, framing, and concrete.
• Communication: Maintain professional and positive communication with subcontractors and vendors.
• Leadership: Exhibit strong leadership and communication skills to train, direct, coach, and resolve issues.
• Safety and Organization: Ensure a safe and organized job site.
• Travel: Be open to traveling to other states for project assignments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain project logs, updates, and daily photos.
• Conduct daily safety inspections.
• Communicate clearly with the project team daily.
• Maintain a two-week look-ahead schedule.
• Update redlines as necessary.
• Ensure subcontractors address and correct all deficiencies.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.

Salary Range: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Requirements:

Physical Requirements

• Be able to stand, lift, bend, climb ladders, and occasionally self-perform construction tasks
• Adjust to inside and outside site conditions
• Provide extended day or night site supervision depending on the project
• Available to travel overnight occasionally or for extended periods

Ideal Candidate

• Minimum of (5) years of experience in construction management or management.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, communication (verbal and written), and interpersonal skills.
• Must be self-motivated and punctual, and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Possesses excellent follow-up skills, both internally and externally.
• Must have a professional mindset.
• Aptitude to be detail-oriented, yet flexible, in a dynamic environment with changing priorities and simultaneous deadlines.
• Possesses excellent collaborative skills to work in partnership with colleagues.
• Strong work ethic with the highest degree of honesty, integrity, and discretion.
• Maintain detailed and orderly project files.
• Willing to travel to various locations as projects warrant.
• Strong customer relations skills to maintain current and develop new relationships with customers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Review job analysis for costs and profitability.
• Assist in creating, organizing, and maintaining vendors and subcontractor lists.
• Conduct hand-off meetings with production personnel to review the scope of work, manpower requirements, equipment allocation, work sequence, special requirements, and safety.
• A minimum of at least five (5) years of experience managing Restaurant and Retail construction projects.
• A minimum of at least five (5) years of ground-up experience in restaurant and retail construction projects.
• Must be safety certified.

Company DescriptionFor 28 years, CDO Group has been serving top retail and restaurant brands across the nation. With our trusted partners, we are revolutionizing the commercial construction industry and redefining development program management. Our unwavering commitment to improvement benefits our customers, communities, partners, and ourselves. As a growing company, we foster a dynamic and influential culture of service centered on integrity, transparency, trust, candor, and accountability.

At CDO Group, we live by our Core Values:

Own It. No excuses, no shortcuts—just accountability and solutions.
Be a Partner, Not a Vendor. We build relationships, not just projects.
Communicate Clearly. No surprises. Just transparency, trust, and alignment.
Stay Ahead. We innovate, adapt, and find better ways to build.
Protect the Crew. Safety isn’t negotiable—it’s our responsibility.
Reputation is Everything. Integrity, honesty, and results define us.Company DescriptionFor 28 years, CDO Group has been serving top retail and restaurant brands across the nation. With our trusted partners, we are revolutionizing the commercial construction industry and redefining development program management. Our unwavering commitment to improvement benefits our customers, communities, partners, and ourselves. As a growing company, we foster a dynamic and influential culture of service centered on integrity, transparency, trust, candor, and accountability.

At CDO Group, we live by our Core Values:

Own It. No excuses, no shortcuts—just accountability and solutions.
Be a Partner, Not a Vendor. We build relationships, not just projects.
Communicate Clearly. No surprises. Just transparency, trust, and alignment.
Stay Ahead. We innovate, adapt, and find better ways to build.
Protect the Crew. Safety isn’t negotiable—it’s our responsibility.
Reputation is Everything. Integrity, honesty, and results define us.