Traveling Superintendent

NEXTAFF; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Travel accommodations

Bonus structure

Health, dental, vision

Job summary

Nextaff is seeking a Traveling Superintendent – CSA to lead on-site execution, coordination, and supervision of civil, structural, and architectural scopes on mission-critical data center projects nationwide. You will manage field teams of 20–50+, coordinate subcontractors, ensure schedule and quality, enforce OSHA safety, and maintain daily field reports while traveling to project sites.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years of commercial construction experience with CSA scopes, strong leadership,

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of commercial construction experience.
• Proven superintendent experience with 20–50+ field personnel and multiple trades.
• Strong CSA scope background: sitework, civil, structural, envelope, finishes.
• Data center or mission-critical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations for CSA scopes across projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, field crews, and vendors (20–50+ personnel).
• Maintain schedule control, sequencing, and workflow.
• Ensure work aligns with contract drawings and specifications.
• Enforce safety policies and conduct daily safety meetings.
• Coordinate inspections, QA/QC, and punch lists.
• Maintain accurate daily reports and field documentation.
• Travel to project sites nationwide as required.

Skills

Field leadership

Scheduling

QA/QC

Safety

Tools

Autodesk ACC

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

Position Summary

The Traveling Superintendent – CSA is responsible for the on‑site execution, coordination, and supervision of all civil, structural, and architectural scopes on mission‑critical and data center construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Field Leadership & Execution

   • Lead day‑to‑day field operations for CSA scopes across assigned projects.
   • Manage and coordinate subcontractors, field crews, and vendors (20–50+ personnel typical).
   • Maintain tight control of schedule, sequencing, and workflow.
   • Ensure work is performed in accordance with contract documents, drawings, and specifications.

2. Mission‑Critical Schedule Management

   • Execute work in high‑pressure, schedule‑driven environments (data centers / critical facilities).
   • Identify and mitigate schedule risks early.
   • Coordinate closely with MEP trades to avoid conflicts and delays.
   • Support pull planning and short‑interval scheduling (2–6 week lookaheads).

3. Safety Leadership

   • Enforce strict compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies.
   • Conduct daily safety meetings, site walks, and hazard analysis.
   • Maintain a zero‑incident safety culture.
   • Ensure all subcontractors adhere to project‑specific safety requirements.

4. Quality Control & Inspections

   • Ensure all work meets project quality standards and tolerances.
   • Coordinate inspections, testing, and third‑party QA/QC requirements.
   • Maintain punch list tracking and drive timely closeout.
   • Identify and correct deficiencies proactively.

5. Subcontractor Management

   • Direct and manage subcontractors to ensure productivity targets are met.
   • Ensure workforce is adequate and properly staffed.
   • Align work with schedule and sequencing.
   • Hold subcontractors accountable for performance and compliance.

6. Coordination & Communication

   • Serve as the primary field point of contact between project managers, engineers, client representatives, inspectors, and AHJs.
   • Participate in weekly coordination meetings and reporting.
   • Maintain accurate daily reports and field documentation.

7. Logistics & Site Management

   • Plan and manage site logistics including deliveries, material handling, equipment staging, and site access.
   • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient jobsite.

8. Traveling Role Expectations

   • Travel to project sites nationwide (often 100% during active assignments).
   • Work extended hours as required to meet project demands.
   • Represent the company professionally in all client‑facing interactions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of commercial construction experience.
• Proven experience as a superintendent on projects with 20–50+ field personnel and multiple subcontract trades.
• Strong background in CSA scopes: sitework/civil, structural steel or concrete, building envelope and architectural finishes.
• Preferred: experience on data centers, mission‑critical, or industrial projects and working in live or high‑reliability environments.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
• Scheduling (lookaheads, sequencing, critical‑path awareness).
• QA/QC processes.
• Familiarity with tools such as Autodesk ACC, Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction management software.
• Experience creating RFIs, managing submittals, and safety documentation.

Leadership Skills

• Ability to lead and motivate large subcontractor teams.
• Strong decision‑making under pressure.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• High level of accountability and ownership.

Certifications (Preferred)

• OSHA 30
• First Aid / CPR
• Additional safety or field leadership certifications.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary aligned with traveling superintendent market.
• Per diem and travel accommodations.
• Bonus structure based on project performance.
• Health, dental, vision benefits.
• 401(k) or retirement plan.

What Success Looks Like

• Projects delivered on schedule and within quality expectations.
• Strong subcontractor performance and accountability.
• Safe job sites with zero or minimal incidents.
• Clean, well‑organized field operations.
• Positive feedback from clients and project teams.

Ideal Candidate Profile

“Gets it done” mentality — field-first leader; comfortable in fast-paced, high-pressure environments; strong ownership mindset; respected by subcontractors but firm in expectations; thrives in mission‑critical, no‑fail environments.