Traveling Superintendent

JP Cullen; Alabama; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

JP Cullen is seeking an Industrial Construction Superintendent to oversee large-scale projects, ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery. This role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and hands-on management of crews and subcontractors on industrial sites.

The position involves traveling up to 33% of the year, coordinating labor, equipment, and material, and maintaining compliance with GMPs and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or 4-year construction degree required.
• Minimum 5 years as Foreman or Assistant Superintendent in construction.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Experience with carpentry, concrete, steel fabrication, heavy rigging, and industrial equipment installation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all on-site safety, planning, execution, schedule, and budgets.
• Manage crews and subcontractor performance for safety and quality.
• Develop project schedules and define crew duties.
• Hold daily safety and end-of-shift meetings; prepare daily reports.
• Coordinate material, equipment, and tool deliveries.
• Maintain positive work atmosphere and customer service.

Skills

Foreman experience

Communication skills

Safety leadership

Education

Apprenticeship or 4-year degree

Job description

Our Need:

The Industrial Construction Superintendent will oversee and manage all aspects of industrial construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of construction processes, safety regulations, and the ability to travel up to 33% of the year.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the intent of Cullen policies, procedures, and quality standards is followed in accordance with our Quality Management System
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP’s) and ensure all owner safety requirements are met while actively working onsite.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere
• Lead the planning process and monitor safety, execution, schedule, quality, and budgets
• Develop and update project schedules and crew’s duties and responsibilities
• Manage crews and sub-contractor performance based on safety, attendance, productivity, or workmanship issues
• Hold daily safety meetings and end of shift meetings and write daily reports
• Order and schedule deliveries of material, equipment, and tools
• Track and update labor and material cost reports
• Manage all onsite union relations
• Provide customer service
• Mentor Tradespeople, Foremen, and Engineers for personal and company growth

Qualifications

• Completion of an apprenticeship or four-year college degree related to construction
• At least five years Foreman or Assistant Superintendent experience where knowledge was gained in the areas of planning and executing construction
• Must possess superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with Carpentry, Concrete, Steel Fabrication, Heavy Rigging and the installation of Industrial equipment

Why JP Cullen?

We specialize in the “Tough Jobs” no one else can do and we need the “Superintendent” with the right leadership skills to get even the most difficult jobs done on-time, on budget, every time. We have exciting new project opportunities for those looking to stay in Wisconsin or travel the country.

• Wisconsin-based $950 million, founded in 1892, 5 th generation family-owned construction management firm
• We self-perform carpentry, concrete, steel, heavy rigging, Industrial equipment moving and installation, and masonry
• Our clients have high expectations and our projects are high profile
• We seek a “secret weapon” that will help further separate us from the pack

Our Mission: To identify, hire, train, and retain the best people to serve our customers.

Compensation & Benefits

JP Cullen has a commitment to its community, employees, and employees’ families.

We offer outstanding benefits —

• Health, Life, and Dental Insurance
• Competitive Salary and Bonus Structure
• Competitive per diem while working out of state
• Incentive Pay
• Profit Sharing
• PTO
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance
• and Training.

EEO

JP Cullen is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer. We promote diversity by proactively recruiting, hiring, and promoting women, minorities, disabled individuals, and veterans. JP Cullen provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.