Travel Superintendent – Luxury Retail

Scott Humphrey Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Scott Humphrey Corporation seeks an experienced Superintendent with a strong background in high-end retail construction to oversee luxury store build-outs, renovations, and interior fit-outs. The role requires ensuring premium finishes, coordinating several trades, and maintaining tight project schedules.

The ideal candidate has deep experience with upscale retailers and can manage site safety, logistics, and client expectations in busy luxury environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury retail environments and high-end finish work.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Strong coordination and communication with designers, architects, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily on-site construction activities for luxury retail build-outs and renovations.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and project teams to maintain schedules.
• Ensure work meets high-end finishes, specifications, and quality expectations.

Skills

Luxury retail construction

Read architectural drawings

Subcontractor coordination

Project scheduling

Quality control

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Superintendent with a strong background in high-end retail construction to oversee luxury retail store build-outs, renovations, and interior construction projects. The ideal candidate has experience working in upscale retail environments for brands such as Gucci, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Dior, or similar luxury retailers.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily on-site construction activities for luxury retail build-outs, renovations, and remodels.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and project teams to maintain project schedules.
• Ensure all work meets high-end finish standards, architectural specifications, and quality expectations.
• Manage project schedules, site logistics, material deliveries, and manpower planning.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality control and compliance with building codes and safety regulations.
• Coordinate with project managers, architects, designers, and client representatives.
• Monitor project progress and communicate updates, potential delays, and field issues to the project team.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional job site, especially in occupied retail environments and premium shopping destinations.
• Identify and resolve field issues while minimizing disruption to surrounding businesses and operations.
• Ensure projects are completed within established timelines and meet client expectations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Construction Superintendent.
• Previous experience with luxury retail construction, high-end retail build-outs, or upscale commercial interiors is strongly preferred.
• Experience working on projects for luxury brands such as Gucci, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Dior, or comparable retailers is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of interior finishes, millwork, custom fixtures, lighting, flooring, and detailed finish work.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate multiple trades in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and architectural plans.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.