Traveling Superintendent

Coast Group

Bloomington (IL)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Very Competitive Salary

Profit Sharing Program

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Sick Time

Weekly Paychecks

Direct Deposit

Company Paid Basic Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Aflac

Family Orientated Company

Job summary

A construction company is seeking a Superintendent to oversee daily operations of construction projects across various sites. This full-time role involves managing subcontractors, ensuring safety compliance, and communicating with clients. Ideal candidates should have 5-7 years of experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to read blueprints. The position entails significant travel, with 10 days on and 4 days off. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical and profit-sharing.

Qualifications

5-7 years of experience as a superintendent required.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operation of construction projects.
Ensure safety, compliance and quality regulations are followed.
Communicate project progress with clients and project managers.

Skills

Communication skills

Blueprint interpretation

Coordination and scheduling

Attention to detail

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

For over 60 years, Coast Construction Group has been a trusted general contractor delivering high-quality commercial construction projects across Washington, California, and beyond. With additional remote offices in the Midwest and projects spanning the nation, we specialize in both small- and large-scale developments, including industrial, manufacturing, shipping and trucking facilities, government buildings, schools, tenant improvements, civil infrastructure, and medical projects.

Our comprehensive services include “Turnkey” design/build and bid/build construction, encompassing general construction, civil work, tenant improvements, architecture, engineering, and full-service permitting. Coast Construction is equipped with a full staff of experienced tradespeople and seasoned management professionals. We offer the flexibility to self-perform work or lead subcontractors through our expert site superintendents and project managers.

Guided by our company motto, “Built for Life,” we are committed to delivering lasting quality—from in-house design to final warranty support. Our long-standing relationships and repeat clients are a testament to our dedication to craftsmanship, precise estimating, and outstanding project management.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The ideal candidate will be comfortable overseeing the entire operation of the construction site. They should be able to determine and address any risk areas in order to maintain the safety of workers. This candidate should be experienced in communicating project milestones with clients and other parties and be able to establish and maintain a timeline for completion.

Oversee daily operation of construction projects.

Ensure safety, compliance and quality regulations are followed.

Communicate project progress with clients and project managers.

Manage subcontractors and construction site organization.

Ability to update and maintain a 3 week look ahead schedule.

This is a full-time traveling position. The employee will be on the road the majority of the time generally working 10 days on and 4 days off, moving between project locations as assigned. Travel will routinely involve multi-day or multi-week stays.

REQUIRED CRITERIA/EXPERIENCE

5-7 years min. of experience as a superintendent
Manages sub-contractors by scheduling, coordinating, monitoring, and controlling performance, including layout issues.
Meets operational standards by contributing construction information to strategic plans and reviews, implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards, resolving problems.
Meets construction budget by monitoring project expenditures and material reviews; identifying variances; implementing corrective actions alongside Project Manager and other staff.
Accomplishes construction project results by calculating resources required; establishing standards and protocols; allocating resources; scheduling and coordinating sub-contractors; evaluating milestone assumptions and conclusions; resolving design problems; evaluating and implementing change orders.
Approves construction projects by conducting inspections at critical phases based on review of submittals and project documents.
Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with local and federal regulations.
Maintain company reputation by accepting new and different requests, exploring opportunities that may add value to projects and produce accurate material take off for best cost and value.
Maintain clean and orderly jobsite.
Perform weekly safety meetings.
Meets weekly with PM to review project progress, goals, and job schedule.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Professional appearance and attitude, possessing strong verbal and written communication skills to represent Coast Construction Group in a positive and professional manner.
Thorough knowledge of coordination and scheduling
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and shop drawings accurately.
Proficient at reading, writing, and comprehending contractual legal documents and/or draft addendums.
PC literate for correspondence spread sheet tracking and project management coordination, including basic skills with MS Office. MS Project a plus.
Demonstrates established and consistent methods of multi-tasking abilities and attention to detail.

THE PERFECT CANDIDATE WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re seeking an individual who is a self-starter and capable of working independently, whether in the office or on-site. Our company culture is progressive, dynamic, and rooted in innovation. We value team players who are excited about contributing to a great organization and bring with them enthusiasm, a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a drive for continuous self‑improvement. Common sense, creativity, and a passion for finding more efficient and competitive ways to do business are key traits we look for in our team members.

We believe taking care of our community starts by giving our employees the resources to take care of their physical, mental, financial, and future well‑being by offering a leading benefits package.

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