JR161 Traveling Superintendent

Rycon Construction; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Job summary

Rycon Construction seeks an experienced traveling superintendent for our Cleveland office to oversee field operations on multiple projects. You will coordinate daily subcontractor activities, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure safety compliance.

The role requires at least five years of supervisory experience, strong knowledge of commercial trades, and the ability to travel 40–60%. A commitment to quality and on-time delivery is essential.

Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of construction supervisory experience in new construction or renovation/fit-out.
• Ability to travel 40–60% and manage out-of-town work.
• Advanced knowledge of trades in commercial construction.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, contracts and specifications.
• Knowledge of safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and communicate project schedules to plan activities and support PM scheduling.
• Coordinate daily activities for all subcontractors and manage work to design, budget, and schedule.
• Manage project budgets and submit invoices in a timely manner.
• Prepare daily site log reports with conditions, manpower, and activities.
• Enforce safety procedures per OSHA and company requirements.
• Lead pre-installation safety evaluations with contractors.
• Maintain a clean and organized site and ensure tools are in working order.
• Schedule inspections and coordinate regulatory compliance.
• Monitor construction procedures to ensure quality.
• Keep project management informed of status and issues that affect progress.
• Respond to onsite incidents and emergencies as needed.

Skills

Construction scheduling

Read drawings

OSHA safety knowledge

Subcontractor coordination

Travel readiness

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rycon Construction is an employee-owned company (ESOP) that provides construction management, general contracting, design-build, and program management services nationwide. An ENR Top 400 Contractor, ENR Top 100 Green Contractor, and BD+C Top 150 Contractor with nine offices, Rycon specializes in new construction, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. From large-scale developments to small, fast-track interior fit-outs, Rycon is equipped to deliver a comprehensive range of services across all project types. Rycon’s portfolio includes projects in aviation, healthcare, higher education, industrial/warehouse, commercial, multi-unit residential, student housing, food service/dining, data centers/mission critical, retail, financial, self-storage, government/municipality, and LEED facilities. We have an in-house Architectural Finishes & Specialty Fabrication Division that ships/installs nationally.

We are seeking an experienced traveling superintendent for our Cleveland office

What you will do:

• Prepare and communicate project schedule to plan upcoming activities and stay on target. Provides ongoing scheduling input to Project Management staff for all scheduling efforts.
• Coordinates the daily activities for all subcontractors at any stage of construction. Completes all project construction in accordance with design, budget and schedule.
• Manages construction budgets set by the Project Manager, tracking construction costs, and submitting all invoices to Accounting in a timely manner.
• Prepares daily log reports for the site conditions, manpower and activities in sufficient detail.
• Ensures all parties follow all safety procedures and practices according to both OSHA and company requirements.
• Conducts pre-installation safety evaluations and action plans with contractors to ensure work actives are conducted in the safest manner possible.
• Maintains the construction site clean and organized.
• Ensures appropriate machinery and tools are available to assigned construction workers and that hand tools and power tools are in proper working order.
• Schedules and participates in necessary inspections required by local and state regulations. Organizes final inspections for completed work.
• Monitors daily construction procedures to make sure that proper quality is achieved.
• Maintains consistent daily communication with project management staff to ensure all parties are informed of current project status and potential issues affecting progress.
• Respond to onsite incidents and emergencies per company produces.

What you will need to be successful:

• Minimum of five (5) years’ construction supervisory experience in new construction and/or renovation/fit-out disciplines.
• The ability to travel and manage out-of-town work. Expected percentage of travel is 40 to 60%
• Advanced knowledge of associated trades in all aspects of commercial construction.
• The ability to read and interpret drawings, contracts and specifications.
• Knowledge of safety regulations.
• Experience scheduling work, materials, manpower, subcontractors and equipment.
• Computer skills required – Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Ability to endure frequent activity such as standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching above the shoulder, pushing, and pulling.
• Occasional activity includes sitting and completing work via a computer or laptop.

At Rycon Construction, Inc. we believe outstanding employees build the foundation necessary for excellence in business. It is with this belief that we are always looking for the best qualified and most talented employees to become part of our team.

• Rycon offers advancement opportunities along with an excellent salary and benefits package that includes, medical, dental, vision, 401k and ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan).

Qualified candidates will be required to submit to a background screening upon acceptance of an offer.

Rycon Construction Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.