Travel Superintendent

Alinea Talent; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Alinea Talent partners with a Houston-based General Contractor to identify an experienced Traveling Superintendent to lead industrial construction projects across the United States. This on-site leadership role oversees daily field operations, coordinates subcontractors, and ensures safety and quality from start to finish.

The ideal candidate has strong field leadership, PEMB/steel erection experience, and the ability to travel extensively while maintaining project schedules and budgets.

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading field operations as a Superintendent or similar role.
• Experience on industrial and/or commercial construction projects.
• Ability to travel extensively across the United States and stay onsite for extended durations.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations, workforce management, and onsite project execution.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Review and execute work per drawings, specs, and contract requirements.
• Partner with Project Managers and Engineers to align field activities with objectives.
• Develop and maintain short-term look-ahead schedules and implement recovery plans.
• Conduct daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and Job Safety Analyses (JSA).
• Enforce OSHA regulations and project-specific safety requirements.
• Perform quality control inspections to meet standards.
• Monitor productivity, sequencing, and site logistics to maintain schedules.
• Manage materials, equipment, and site resources.
• Identify and address project risks, delays, and field challenges.
• Provide accurate daily reports to PMs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, professional job site.

Skills

Field leadership

Subcontractor coordination

Reading drawings

Scheduling software

Communication

Safety leadership

Travel readiness

Tools

MS Office

Construction scheduling software

Job description

Alinea Talent is partnering with a reputable Houston-based General Contractor to identify an experienced Traveling Superintendent to lead industrial construction projects across the United States. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on construction leader who thrives in the field, values safety and quality, and has experience managing complex industrial or commercial projects from start to finish. The Traveling Superintendent will serve as the primary onsite leader, overseeing daily field operations, coordinating subcontractors, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and driving projects to successful completion on schedule and within budget.

The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who takes ownership of field operations, builds strong relationships with subcontractors and project teams, and is committed to delivering projects safely, on time, and with exceptional quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day field operations, workforce management, and onsite project execution.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Review and execute work in accordance with construction drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Partner closely with Project Managers and Engineers to align field activities with project objectives.
• Develop and maintain short-term look-ahead schedules and implement recovery plans when necessary.
• Conduct daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and Job Safety Analyses (JSA).
• Enforce OSHA regulations and project-specific safety requirements.
• Perform quality control inspections to ensure work meets company and client standards.
• Monitor productivity, sequencing, and site logistics to maintain project schedules.
• Manage materials, equipment, and site resources effectively.
• Identify and proactively address project risks, delays, and field challenges.
• Provide accurate daily reports and updates to the project management team.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional job site environment.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Superintendent, Lead Foreman, or similar field leadership role.
• Proven experience on industrial and/or commercial construction projects.
• Strong background with pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMB) and/or structural steel erection.
• Ability to read and interpret structural, civil, architectural, and MEP drawings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction scheduling software.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively throughout the United States.
• Ability to remain onsite for extended project durations as needed.
• Experience in renewable energy, manufacturing, utility, or other industrial environments, preferred.
• OSHA 30 Certification or equivalent safety training, preferred.
• Experience overseeing remote project sites and multi-state field crews, preferred.