Traveling Construction Superintendent

I-5 Design Build; Lacey (WA); Remote; USD 160,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Performance bonuses

Travel accommodations

Job summary

A national design-build firm is looking for an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee projects across the U.S. This is a full-time travel position. The candidate should have extensive commercial construction experience, excellent leadership, and communication skills. Key responsibilities include leading on-site activities, managing subcontractor teams, ensuring compliance with regulations, and building strong relationships with clients. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, including travel compensation and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of commercial construction experience required.
• Minimum 5 years in a Superintendent or similar role.
• Experience managing traveling construction teams essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site construction activities to meet project deadlines.
• Manage schedules and subcontractor teams effectively.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.
• Foster strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.

Skills

Commercial construction experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of building codes

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Google Workspace

Job description

I-5 Design Build is a growing national design-build firm specializing in high-end gaming, hospitality, and entertainment projects across the United States. We deliver visually striking, high-impact spaces while significantly reducing construction timelines through innovative technology and turnkey execution.

We’re looking for an experienced Construction Superintendent to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial construction, excellent communication skills, the ability to work with a team, and a passion for delivering top-quality work. This is a full-time travel position, with projects located across the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site construction activities to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Support efficient project delivery by preparing and managing schedules, assembling and coordinating subcontractor teams, and handling select pre-construction tasks typically managed by a Project Manager.
• Supervise subcontractors, trades, and traveling field crews to ensure work is performed in accordance with plans, specifications, safety regulations, and company standards.
• Coordinate daily with the project team, subcontractors, vendors, and inspectors to maintain schedules, address field conditions, and resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate and timely project documentation, including daily reports, inspections, schedules, manpower tracking, and budget-related field inputs; ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal building codes, OSHA requirements, and company safety policies.
• Foster strong working relationships with clients, architects, engineers, inspectors, and project stakeholders.
• Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to field staff, promoting a team-oriented, accountable, and results-driven culture.

Travel & Work Expectations

• 100% nationwide travel (project-based).
• Company‑paid travel accommodations.
• Per diem and travel‑related compensation per company policy.
• Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends, and fast‑track schedules as required.
• Comfortable working in active commercial environments, including remodels and occupied facilities.

What You Bring

• 5‑10+ years of commercial construction experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a Superintendent, Superintendent/Manager, or Project Manager role.
• Proven experience leading hospitality, gaming, retail, or food & beverage projects.
• Experience managing traveling or out‑of‑town construction teams.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction means, methods, and sequencing.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with construction management tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, and Google Workspace.
• Thorough knowledge of building codes, inspections, and safety regulations.
• Safety‑first mindset with strong documentation and follow‑through.
• Reliable, adaptable, and comfortable working away from home for extended periods.

Benefits

• Full‑time position.
• Salary range: $160,000 - $175,000 annually, depending on experience.
• Per diem and travel‑related compensation per company policy.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, and short and long‑term disability benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off: one week of PTO after one year, two weeks after 2‑4 years, and three weeks after five or more years of employment.
• Paid Sick Leave: accrual in accordance with state law (1 hour for every 40 hours worked).
• Seven paid holidays.
• Opportunity to earn performance bonuses based on strong work ethic, teamwork, and a positive impact on projects.
• Clear growth opportunities into senior superintendent or operations leadership roles.

I-5 Design Build, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Consistent with applicable law, if a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].