Superintendent (Travel)

Jobot; Missouri; On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Flexible PTO

Life and disability insurance

Voluntary benefits

Career development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Traveling Industrial Superintendent with robust field leadership and industrial construction experience to manage complex projects nationwide.

You will oversee day-to-day field operations, coordinate trade partners, maintain project schedules, and enforce safety and quality standards from mobilization through closeout. Excellent communication and proactive problem-solving are essential. This role offers competitive pay and benefits, with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 4–10+ years of commercial construction field experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Proven ability to supervise field labor and manage trade partners across multiple scopes or project areas.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing, building techniques, and constructability.
• Knowledge of building codes, site layout, quality control processes, and safety regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, OneNote, Teams) and construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of field labor and oversee trade partner activities to ensure work is performed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with contract documents and quality standards.
• Hold trade partners accountable for safety, scope, quality, and schedule compliance; minimize trade conflicts and idle time.
• Coordinate and schedule material, equipment, and delivery logistics to support uninterrupted field operations.
• Assist the Lead Superintendent as needed and manage multiple smaller projects or defined phases of larger projects.
• Develop and maintain site logistics plans, job flow, sequencing, and short-term look-ahead schedules (2–4 weeks).
• Track daily progress against baseline schedules, identify delays, and communicate schedule impacts to the project team.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture; lead safety meetings and enforce safety standards.
• Enforce quality control through daily supervision, inspections, plan review, and coordination of required testing and inspections.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with trade partners, project teams, and owners; lead coordination meetings and provide regular field updates.
• Support cost awareness by tracking labor headcounts and hours, reporting delivery issues or delays, and identifying inefficiencies that may impact cost.
• Partner with the Project Manager to flag scope changes, support change order documentation, identify value engineering opportunities, and help preserve or improve project fee and margin.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to Field Managers, General Foremen, and crews; support training, onboarding, and team development.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional jobsite.

Skills

Field leadership

Communication

Safety culture

Problem-solving

Scheduling

Mentorship

Education

Apprenticeship program

Construction Management degree

Tools

MS Office

Construction management software

Job description

Superintendent (Travel) - Data Center, Structural Steel, or MEP experience required

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Madison Fincher

Salary: $130,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us:

This organization is a leading general contractor providing construction management and design-build services across the Midwest. As a privately held firm, the company is committed to long-term client partnerships, high-quality project execution, and meaningful investment in the communities it serves.

Team members operate in alignment with strong core values, maintaining a safe, client-focused approach while delivering exceptional results. The company attracts top talent, provides modern tools and ongoing training, and consistently turns complex visions into successful projects.

Why join us?

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401(k) with company match
• paid holidays
• flexible PTO
• life and disability coverage
• voluntary benefits
• Clear career advancement and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative, values-driven culture with long-term growth focus

Job Details

Traveling Industrial Superintendent. This role is responsible for leading field operations on complex industrial construction projects across the United States, including manufacturing and mission-critical facilities.

Oversee day-to-day jobsite operations, coordinate trade partners, maintain project schedules, enforce safety and quality standards, and drive successful project execution from mobilization through closeout. The ideal candidate is a strong field leader with industrial construction experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to proactively solve problems in fast-paced project environments.

This is a full-time travel role supporting projects nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of field labor and oversee trade partner activities to ensure work is performed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with contract documents and quality standards.
• Hold trade partners accountable for safety, scope, quality, and schedule compliance; minimize trade conflicts and idle time.
• Coordinate and schedule material, equipment, and delivery logistics to support uninterrupted field operations.
• Assist the Lead Superintendent as needed and manage multiple smaller projects or defined phases of larger projects.
• Develop and maintain site logistics plans, job flow, sequencing, and short-term look-ahead schedules (2–4 weeks).
• Track daily progress against baseline schedules, identify delays, and communicate schedule impacts to the project team.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture; lead safety meetings and enforce safety standards.
• Enforce quality control through daily supervision, inspections, plan review, and coordination of required testing and inspections.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with trade partners, project teams, and owners; lead coordination meetings and provide regular field updates.
• Support cost awareness by tracking labor headcounts and hours, reporting delivery issues or delays, and identifying inefficiencies that may impact cost.
• Partner with the Project Manager to flag scope changes, support change order documentation, identify value engineering opportunities, and help preserve or improve project fee and margin.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to Field Managers, General Foremen, and crews; support training, onboarding, and team development.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional jobsite.

Requirements

• Completion of an apprenticeship program, Construction Management degree, or equivalent field experience.
• 4–10+ years of commercial construction field experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Proven ability to supervise field labor and manage trade partners across multiple scopes or project areas.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing, building techniques, and constructability.
• Working knowledge of structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Basic to intermediate understanding of construction scheduling, including milestone tracking and look-ahead planning.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, OneNote, Teams) and construction management software.
• Knowledge of building codes, site layout, quality control processes, and safety regulations.
• Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor field staff, lead teams, and maintain a positive jobsite culture.
• Strong problem-solving skills with an understanding of how field decisions impact schedule, cost, and overall project success.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.