Traveling Construction Superintendent

DCPS; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Flex/Unlimited PTO

Company-paid travel expenses

Job summary

DCPS is seeking a Traveling Construction Superintendent I to oversee field operations on multiple projects across the United States. You will lead crews, coordinate with Project Managers, and ensure safe, on-time, high-quality execution with extensive travel.

Ideal candidates have 5–8 years of field experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to read plans. Position offers comprehensive benefits and travel-heavy responsibilities from Denver-based home while traveling

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of construction field experience.
• Leadership or supervisory experience required.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and field operations.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Travel approximately 75% of the time to project sites nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations across 1–3 active construction projects.
• Supervise and coordinate multiple crews, ensuring productivity and efficient workforce allocation.
• Conduct daily jobsite inspections to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, and company standards.
• Review and interpret blueprints, drawings, and scopes of work to ensure accurate field execution.
• Monitor project progress and adjust field operations to maintain schedule and budget targets.
• Identify and resolve jobsite challenges proactively to avoid delays or quality issues.
• Coordinate with Project Managers to align field operations with overall project strategy.
• Schedule and manage subcontractors, vendors, and material deliveries to maintain workflow.
• Lead daily crew meetings, including work planning, assignments, and safety discussions.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and enforce OSHA and company safety standards.
• Ensure all crew members are properly trained and utilizing PPE at all times.
• Train, mentor, and develop crew members in construction techniques and best practices.
• Track crew hours, production, and progress, ensuring accurate reporting and documentation.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of job sites, ensuring a professional work environment.
• Monitor and manage equipment usage, maintenance, and jobsite logistics.
• Conduct punch walks and final inspections to ensure work meets quality standards.
• Support client communication in the field and address concerns as needed.
• Travel to project locations throughout the United States as required to support field operations and project execution.

Skills

Leadership experience

Travel readiness

Read blueprints

Project coordination

Safety knowledge

Communication

Driver's license

Team supervision

Problem solving

Job description

Become part of a privately owned and rapidly growing
commercial property services contractor.

A single-source commercial property services contractor with 7 distinct divisions Asphalt & Concrete, Construction Services, Roofing, Waterproofing & Coatings, Snow Removal & Lot Sweeping, and Landscaping. We provide integrated services to over 1,200 commercial property owners and managers.

Our vision is to be the leading single source provider of commercial property services.

Our Values

Grow With us

Doing meaningful work to improve properties from enhancing the aesthetic to ensuring the safety of tenants and visitors – that’s what we do at DCPS. If you’re interested in making an impact and expanding your career while getting great benefits.

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Applications open from January through April. Explore our Open Positions.

Founded in 2011, DCPS is a commercial property services contractor providing services to over 1,100 clients. DCPS leverages unparalleled customer service to be the leading, one‑stop provider of commercial property services in Colorado. With multiple offices, more than 300 employees, and 7 divisions – Asphalt and Concrete, Waterproofing and Specialty Coatings, Roofing, Snow Removal and Parking Lot Sweeping, Landscaping, and Construction, DCPS provides specialized, integrated service solutions to commercial property owners and managers.

Position Summary

The Traveling Construction Superintendent I is responsible for overseeing field operations across multiple construction projects throughout the United States, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project specifications. This role leads field crews, coordinates with Project Managers, and maintains accountability for schedule, quality, and jobsite execution. The position requires extensive travel to project sites nationwide and the ability to manage field operations across diverse geographic locations.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily field operations across 1–3 active construction projects.

Supervise and coordinate multiple crews, ensuring productivity and efficient workforce allocation.

Conduct daily jobsite inspections to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, and company standards.

Review and interpret blueprints, drawings, and scopes of work to ensure accurate field execution.

Monitor project progress and adjust field operations to maintain schedule and budget targets.

Identify and resolve jobsite challenges proactively to avoid delays or quality issues.

Coordinate with Project Managers to align field operations with overall project strategy.

Schedule and manage subcontractors, vendors, and material deliveries to maintain workflow.

Lead daily crew meetings, including work planning, assignments, and safety discussions.

Conduct regular safety meetings and enforce OSHA and company safety standards.

Ensure all crew members are properly trained and utilizing PPE at all times.

Train, mentor, and develop crew members in construction techniques and best practices.

Track crew hours, production, and progress, ensuring accurate reporting and documentation.

Maintain organization and cleanliness of job sites, ensuring a professional work environment.

Monitor and manage equipment usage, maintenance, and jobsite logistics.

Conduct punch walks and final inspections to ensure work meets quality standards.

Support client communication in the field and address concerns as needed.

Travel to project locations throughout the United States as required to support field operations and project execution.

Qualifications

5–8 years of construction field experience.

Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role required.

Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and jobsite operations.

Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and construction documents.

Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Ability and willingness to travel approximately 75% of the time to project sites nationwide.

Ability to adapt to changing project locations, schedules, and field conditions.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and navigate active construction sites for extended periods.

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and work around active equipment safely.

Ability to travel by vehicle and commercial airline as required.

This role is primarily field-based and performed on active construction job sites throughout the United States. Approximately 75% travel is required, with assignments ranging from short-term to extended durations based on project needs. Work schedules may vary based on project demands and may include early mornings, extended hours, overnight travel, and occasional weekend work. When not traveling, the Superintendent may support project planning, coordination, and operational activities from a DCPS office or approved remote location. Home based will be Denver, CO. This person can be expected to travel 75% of the time,

Compensation

$100,000– $125,000 annually

This is a bonus eligible position.

Final compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and market conditions.

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid short-term disability

Paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Flex/Unlimited PTO

Company-paid travel expenses, including transportation, lodging, and per diem (when applicable)

Additional Information

This is an exempt position and is not eligible for overtime.

Employment with DCPS is at-will and may be terminated at any time, with or without cause or notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DCPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.

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"DCPS identifies talent and helps to nurture it. I started in the Holiday division serving in a Marketing capacity when a leadership team member discovered I had a passion for design and photography. They approached me with the opportunity to move into the Marketing Department, servicing Marketing and Graphics for the whole company."

"I started at DCPS as an intern. Each day brought different circumstances where I had the opportunity to make decisions on my own; and learn from my successes and failures. The internship was a valuable experience that prepared me well for my professional career. After my internship, I was offered a full-time role with DCPS. I chose to begin my career at DCPS because of the positive culture, challenging projects that push me to grow and learn, and recognition of hard work."

"Over the last decade, I have watched the company culture grow into what it is today. The leaders have developed a solid company culture with flexibility and an open-door policy at its core which has facilitated the exchange of ideas and built bonds between our departments. Everyone works as a team which has led to our success."

"DCPS identifies talent and helps to nurture it. I started in the Holiday division serving in a Marketing capacity when a leadership team member discovered I had a passion for design and photography. They approached me with the opportunity to move into the Marketing Department, servicing Marketing and Graphics for the whole company."

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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