Traveling Construction Superintendent — Lead Projects

Thompson Thrift; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Project bonus

Subsistence pay

Cell phone stipend

Auto allowance

Merit increases

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance (short- & long‑)

Job summary

Thompson Thrift in the United States seeks an on-site Superintendent to lead construction projects across our portfolio. This travel-based role requires relocation and the ability to move between assignments.

You will oversee safety, quality, scheduling, and budgeting while coordinating with project managers, owners, and subcontractors to keep work on schedule and within cost. As a leader, you will mentor staff, verify deliveries, review pay applications, document daily site activities, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Associate's degree with 10+ years progressive site management experience.
• GED with 12 years progressive site management experience.

Responsibilities

• Promote corporate culture and values on site.
• Mentor team members and align efforts with mission.
• Plan and schedule projects to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Owners, and Contractors to resolve issues.
• Organize and direct all on-site activities; ensure codes/regulations compliance.
• Manage subcontractors to ensure quality work on project scopes.
• Investigate incidents and ensure proper procedures are followed.
• Verify material deliveries and procurement compliance.
• Review and approve project pay applications and invoices.
• Maintain daily written log of job site activities.
• Meet with foremen to review upcoming work and manpower.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and debris-free site.
• Perform quality control on installed work.
• Understand cost accounting and update field team on project costs.
• Oversee punch process and project completion.
• Provide training and direction for staff development.

Skills

Construction methods

Project scheduling

Cost accounting

Quality control

Job site safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/CE

Associate's degree in CM/CE

GED + 12 years experience

Job description

Thompson Thrift in the United States seeks an on-site Superintendent to lead construction projects across our portfolio. This travel-based role requires relocation and the ability to move between assignments.

You will oversee safety, quality, scheduling, and budgeting while coordinating with project managers, owners, and subcontractors to keep work on schedule and within cost. As a leader, you will mentor staff, verify deliveries, review pay applications, document daily site activities, and