Traveling Assistant Superintendent

ARCO/Murray National Construction; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

Bonus program

ESOP

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship for children

Sabbatical after 5 years

Volunteer leave

Charitable match

Health insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

ARCO/Murray National Construction seeks a Traveling Assistant Superintendent with 3-5 years of on-site supervision, to lead interior buildouts, framing, finish carpentry, and specialty installations. You will supervise self-perform crews, coordinate with subcontractors, and partner with project managers to deliver high-quality, safety-minded projects.

Role requires travel to sites, strong math skills, and the ability to lift 50+ pounds.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of supervisory on-site experience on ground-up or large-scale renovation projects.
• Strong mathematical skills for measurements & calculations.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds & work in various weather conditions.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• OSHA construction safety certification preferred.
• Ability to read & interpret construction plans & blueprints.
• Excellent teamwork & communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of project tasks from start to completion.
• Interpret and analyze blueprints, technical drawings, and project specifications to ensure accurate implementation.
• Regional travel to projects to be on-site as needed.
• Ensure that projects are completed efficiently while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship and worker safety.
• Identify and resolve construction-related problems efficiently.
• Advanced proficiency in tool usage and safety practices.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Blueprint reading

Mathematics

Physical stamina

Travel readiness

Leadership

Safety practices

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Construction tools proficiency

Job description

About You:

Do you have an extreme commitment to safety? Are you a hard-working leader that never settles for less than superior quality? Do you prefer to manage the construction process from outside the trailer? If the answer is, "Yes!" then we have an exciting, long-term career opportunity for you. Who are we? We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies.

ARCO/Murray National Construction is currently seeking a highly motivated Traveling Assistant Superintendent with 3-5 years of experience to join our team. As an Assistant Superintendent ,you will lead site activities from start to finish. You will play a key role in executing interior buildouts, structural framing, finish carpentry, and specialty installations. You will be responsible for supervising self-perform crews, coordinating with subcontractors, and collaborating closely with project managers to deliver exceptional projects that reflect ARCO/Murray's commitment to excellence.

A Day in the Life:

• Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of project tasks from start to completion
• Interpret and analyze blueprints, technical drawings, and project specifications to ensure accurate implementation
• Regional travel to projects to be on-site as needed
• Ensure that projects are completed efficiently while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship and worker safety
• Identify and resolve construction-related problems efficiently
• Advanced proficiency in tool usage and safety practices

Necessary Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years of experience in a supervisory role on-site for ground up or large scale renovation projects in commercial or industrial construction
• Strong mathematical skills for measurements & calculations
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds & work in various weather conditions
• Ability to travel as needed
• OSHA construction safety certification preferred
• Ability to read & interpret construction plans & blueprints
• Excellent teamwork & communication skills.

What We Can Offer You:

We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and benefits package not only supports our associates and their families but benefits local communities and communities around the world.

• Vehicle allowance or company-provided truck
• Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Traditional and Roth 401k
• Tuition reimbursement for associates
• Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
• 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
• 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
• 100% charitable match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Paid parental leave

Typical base compensation for the Superintendent role is between $80,000 and $160,000. Candidates with extensive experience may exceed this range. In addition to base salary, the role is eligible to receive discretionary bonus compensation based on individual and company performance.

At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country - constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.

MAKE YOUR MOVE

We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 7,500 design-build projects nationwide. We ranked #9 on ENR’s Design-Build Firms list and #34 on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list of 2026. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us, and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person who can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is "Yes!" we look forward to meeting you.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

EOE, including disability/vets