Construction Superintendent

Lucid Search Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucid Search Group is seeking an experienced Traveling Superintendent to oversee commercial construction projects across Colorado and surrounding markets. The role supports hands-on field oversight for retail, grocery, restaurant, office, medical, and other fast-paced commercial builds.

Candidate must travel regularly, work nights when needed, and coordinate with project teams to maintain schedules, safety, and quality through all project phases.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction superintendent experience preferred.
• Experience with retail, grocery, tenant improvement, renovation, or ground-up projects.
• Strong scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements and jobsite safety practices.
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple trades.
• Proficiency with construction management software and daily reporting.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work nights when project schedules require it.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily field operations from project start through completion.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, deliveries, inspections, and site logistics.
• Maintain project schedules and ensure milestones are met.
• Enforce jobsite safety standards and company procedures.
• Review plans, specifications, and project documentation.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure all work meets quality standards.
• Communicate regularly with project managers, clients, and field personnel.
• Conduct daily reports, progress tracking, and look-ahead schedules.
• Manage punch-list completion and project closeout.
• Minimize disruption when working in occupied or operational facilities.

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Traveling Superintendent to oversee commercial construction projects throughout Colorado and surrounding markets. This position is ideal for a hands-on superintendent with experience completing retail, grocery, restaurant, office, medical, fitness, or other fast-paced commercial projects.

Candidates must be comfortable traveling regularly and working nights when required, particularly on renovations or projects within active facilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily field operations from project start through completion
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, deliveries, inspections, and site logistics
• Maintain project schedules and ensure milestones are met
• Enforce jobsite safety standards and company procedures
• Review plans, specifications, and project documentation
• Monitor workmanship and ensure all work meets quality standards
• Communicate regularly with project managers, clients, and field personnel
• Conduct daily reports, progress tracking, and look-ahead schedules
• Manage punch-list completion and project closeout
• Minimize disruption when working in occupied or operational facilities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction superintendent experience preferred
• Experience with retail, grocery, tenant improvement, renovation, or ground-up projects
• Strong scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications
• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements and jobsite safety practices
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple trades
• Proficiency with construction management software and daily reporting
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Willingness to travel extensively and work nights when project schedules require it

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Travel-related expenses and allowances
• Opportunity to work with an established commercial general contractor
• Long-term career growth opportunities

If you are an experienced Traveling Superintendent who takes ownership of the jobsite and consistently delivers quality projects on schedule, we would like to speak with you.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.