Traveling Federal Superintendent

LVI Associates; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Travel benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Holidays

Long-term growth

Company vehicle

Job summary

LVI Associates seeks an experienced Traveling Superintendent to lead federal construction projects across the United States, coordinating field operations and ensuring safety, schedule, and budget compliance.

You will oversee subcontractors, vendors, and project staff while maintaining close client interaction with federal agencies on diverse government facilities and disaster recovery projects.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of superintendent experience on construction projects.
• Experience leading federal construction projects for agencies such as USACE, NAVFAC, Air Force, Army, VA, DHS or FEMA.
• Background in commercial, institutional, infrastructure, military, renovation or design-build construction.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and construction schedules.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with construction management software and daily reporting tools.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage daily field operations on federal projects.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, short-interval plans, and manpower forecasts.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and self-perform crews to maintain milestones.
• Ensure compliance with plans, specifications, quality standards and contract requirements.
• Conduct site safety meetings and enforce OSHA and company safety procedures.
• Partner with Project Managers to track progress, address issues, and resolve schedule impacts.
• Lead owner, subcontractor, and project coordination meetings.
• Manage inspections, punch list activities, commissioning support, and closeout.
• Maintain project documentation including daily reports and field logs.
• Foster strong relationships with federal clients, inspectors, and project stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Plan reading

Project coordination

Travel readiness

Subcontractor coordination

Construction management software

Daily reporting tools

Tools

Construction management software

Daily reporting tools

Job description

About the Opportunity

A growing federal construction contractor is seeking an experienced Traveling Superintendent to lead construction projects throughout the United States. The company specializes in design-build and general construction services for federal agencies and government clients, with work spanning military installations, government facilities, disaster recovery, and other public-sector projects. The organization performs projects across the continental U.S. and Puerto Rico and manages multiple geographically dispersed assignments.

Position Summary

The Traveling Superintendent will be responsible for overseeing all field construction activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements. This individual will serve as the on-site leader, coordinating subcontractors, vendors, project staff, and client representatives while maintaining a strong commitment to quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage daily field operations on federal construction projects.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, short-interval plans, and manpower forecasts.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and self-perform crews to maintain project milestones.
• Ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, quality standards, and contract requirements.
• Conduct site safety meetings and enforce OSHA and company safety procedures.
• Partner with Project Managers to track progress, address issues, and resolve schedule impacts.
• Lead owner, subcontractor, and project coordination meetings.
• Manage inspections, punch list activities, commissioning support, and project closeout.
• Maintain project documentation including daily reports, field logs, and progress updates.
• Foster strong relationships with federal clients, inspectors, and project stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction superintendent experience.
• Experience leading federal construction projects for agencies such as USACE, NAVFAC, Air Force, Army, VA, DHS, FEMA, or other government entities.
• Background in commercial, institutional, infrastructure, military, renovation, or design-build construction.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and construction schedules.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with construction management software and daily reporting tools.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience with secure or occupied government facilities.
• Design-build project experience.
• USACE Quality Control or related federal construction certifications.
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
• Per diem and travel benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Long-term growth opportunities within a nationally operating federal contractor

Ideal Background

Candidates with experience managing federal construction projects involving military facilities, government buildings, disaster recovery efforts, infrastructure improvements, renovations, and design-build delivery methods are encouraged to apply. The ideal individual is comfortable traveling nationwide and leading complex projects from mobilization through closeout.