Traveling Superintendent

Aerotek; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Per diem & travel reimbursement

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Traveling Superintendent to lead field execution of industrial construction projects nationwide from the Athens, GA base. You will supervise field crews and subcontractors, drive a zero-incident safety culture, and ensure safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives across multiple facilities nationwide.

You will be responsible for coordinating labor, equipment, and materials, conducting JSAs and toolbox talks, and mentoring staff.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in industrial construction with grain/seed/food processing facilities.
• Proven ability to lead field crews and subcontractors on complex projects.
• Demonstrated safety leadership enforcing OSHA rules and conducting audits.
• Experience performing JSAs, toolbox talks, and incident investigations.
• Construction management with ability to plan and execute schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead zero-incident safety culture on every project site.
• Conduct JSAs and toolbox talks to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Coordinate labor, materials, tools, and equipment for field operations.
• Oversee startup, mobilization, and closeout activities.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to specifications.
• Manage subcontractor performance and field issues promptly.
• Lead site meetings and customer communications.
• Monitor productivity and control costs and budgets.

Skills

Industrial construction

Lead field crews

OSHA compliance

JSAs & toolbox talks

Project scheduling

Customer relations

Nationwide travel

Staffing & planning

Training & coaching

Problem solving

Job description

Job Title: Traveling Superintendent

Job Description

The Traveling Superintendent leads the field execution of industrial construction projects involving seed, grain, feed, food processing, and material handling facilities across the United States. This role oversees field crews and subcontractors, drives a zero-incident safety culture, and ensures projects meet safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives. The position requires extensive travel, strong leadership, and the ability to manage nationwide projects while maintaining excellent customer relationships and consistent project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead and champion a zero-incident safety culture on every project site.
• Conduct daily Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Facilitate regular toolbox talks and safety meetings to reinforce safe work practices.
• Investigate and document incidents, near misses, and safety concerns in a timely manner.
• Enforce company and customer safety requirements and ensure OSHA compliance at all times.
• Execute project plans and schedules in alignment with overall project objectives.
• Coordinate labor, materials, tools, and equipment to support efficient field operations.
• Lead project startup activities, including site mobilization and initial coordination.
• Oversee project closeout activities, including final inspections and documentation.
• Manage and implement quality control efforts to ensure work meets specifications and standards.
• Oversee subcontractor performance, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and quality expectations.
• Resolve field issues and construction conflicts promptly to keep projects on track.
• Direct daily crew activities and assign tasks to maximize productivity and safety.
• Develop workforce plans to ensure adequate staffing and skills for each phase of the project.
• Mentor and develop employees through coaching, training, and performance feedback.
• Monitor crew productivity and performance, addressing issues and recognizing strong performance.
• Build and maintain a positive, collaborative team culture on the jobsite.
• Maintain strong customer relationships through consistent communication and reliable execution.
• Coordinate project activities with customer contacts to align on expectations and constraints.
• Lead site meetings and walk-throughs with customers, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Manage punch list activities and ensure timely completion of all outstanding items.
• Monitor labor productivity and adjust plans to maintain efficiency and control costs.
• Manage jobsite costs and support budget adherence through careful planning and tracking.
• Track project progress against schedule and milestones, reporting status as needed.
• Identify and mitigate risks to schedule and budget, implementing corrective actions when required.
• Collaborate closely with Project Management and Construction Management teams to develop execution plans, identify project risks, and coordinate resources.
• Provide field leadership for the installation of structural steel, conveyor systems, and related equipment.
• Oversee equipment installation, rigging operations, and safety audits in industrial environments.
• Conduct safety audits and participate in incident investigations to drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain frequent interaction with customers, subcontractors, and project teams to support successful project completion.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in industrial construction, particularly in seed, grain, feed, food processing, and material handling facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead field crews and subcontractors on complex construction projects.
• Strong safety leadership with experience enforcing OSHA requirements and conducting safety audits.
• Hands-on experience conducting Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), toolbox talks, and incident investigations.
• Construction management experience, including executing project plans and schedules.
• Proficiency in safety management and adherence to company and customer safety programs.
• Experience in project scheduling and tracking progress in industrial construction environments.
• Strong customer relations skills, including coordinating activities and leading site meetings.
• Workforce planning experience, including crew scheduling and labor productivity monitoring.
• Experience in training development and employee development for field personnel.
• Conflict resolution skills and performance management experience for field crews.
• Technical experience with structural steel, conveyor systems, equipment installation, and rigging.
• Experience managing traveling crews and working on nationwide projects.
• Ability to manage safety, quality, schedule, customer satisfaction, labor productivity, and cost control simultaneously.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• First Aid/CPR certification.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in grain, seed, feed, and food processing construction environments.
• Experience in material handling facilities and industrial construction environments.
• Experience leading crews of approximately 510 employees on job sites.
• Experience collaborating with Project Management and Construction Management teams.
• Ability to identify project risks and contribute to comprehensive execution plans.
• Strong communication skills for frequent interaction with customers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Ability to thrive in a highly specialized construction niche with complex equipment and systems.
• Willingness and ability to travel nationwide on a predictable rotation schedule.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing construction program with long-term stability supported by a significant project backlog, offering consistent, year-round work and strong business momentum. The role provides a true leadership position with direct influence on project success and clear visibility to company leadership, giving you the opportunity to shape how projects are delivered nationwide. You will gain exposure to highly specialized grain, seed, feed, and food processing construction, building expertise in a unique and in-demand industrial sector. A predictable travel rotation, per diem, and travel reimbursement support a sustainable lifestyle while working on nationwide assignments. A comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to help scale a national construction program create a compelling platform for long-term career growth and development.

Work Environment

This role is 100% travel nationwide, supporting projects across grain, seed, feed, and food processing facilities throughout the United States. You will work in industrial construction environments, often overseeing field activities and equipment installation in active processing or material handling settings. The position involves leading crews typically ranging from 510 employees, as well as coordinating closely with customers, subcontractors, and project teams on site. The schedule follows a 10-days-on, 4-days-off rotation, with a year-round project workload supported by a substantial project backlog. The environment is fast-paced, hands‑on, and field-focused, with frequent site meetings, walk‑throughs, and direct oversight of construction activities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Athens, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Athens,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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