Traveling Superintendent

Core Talent Services; Louisiana; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership opportunities

Career growth

Safety culture

Variety of projects

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Core Talent Services seeks an experienced Traveling Commercial Construction Superintendent to oversee field operations on commercial projects across the Southeast. You will coordinate subcontractors, maintain schedules, ensure quality and safety, and liaise with clients and project teams.

This hands-on leadership role requires travel throughout the Southeast, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple sites, crews, and details while delivering projects on time and within scope.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of commercial construction experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
• OSHA 30-hour certification preferred or required depending on project requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations on commercial construction projects throughout the Southeast.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, trade partners, and field personnel to ensure safe, efficient work per specs.
• Develop, manage, and maintain construction schedules to meet milestones and deadlines.
• Review drawings, specs, and project docs to ensure work aligns with requirements.
• Monitor safety, quality control, and compliance with codes and regulations.
• Conduct jobsite meetings and coordinate with PMs, owners, architects, and inspectors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Reading blueprints

Organization

Problem-solving

Travel readiness

Education

Construction management degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction documentation tools

Job description

Location: Southeast Region

Position Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Traveling Commercial Construction Superintendent to oversee day-to-day field operations on commercial construction projects throughout the Southeast. This individual will be responsible for coordinating subcontractors, maintaining project schedules, ensuring quality workmanship, and enforcing jobsite safety standards. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can manage field operations independently while collaborating closely with project management, clients, and other project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations on commercial construction projects throughout the Southeast.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, trade partners, and field personnel to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications.
• Develop, manage, and maintain construction schedules to meet established milestones and deadlines.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and project documents to ensure work is performed in accordance with project requirements.
• Monitor jobsite safety, quality control, and compliance with applicable building codes and regulations.
• Conduct jobsite meetings and coordinate with project managers, owners, architects, engineers, and inspectors.
• Identify potential scheduling conflicts, resolve field issues, and communicate project updates to key stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to assistant superintendents and other field personnel.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, progress documentation, and other required project records.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of commercial construction experience, with consideration given to project size and complexity.
• Previous experience supervising commercial construction projects and coordinating multiple subcontractors.
• Construction management degree or related education preferred; equivalent hands-on construction experience will be considered.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
• OSHA 30-hour certification preferred or required, depending on project requirements.
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction documentation tools.
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the Southeast and remain at project locations for the duration of assigned work.
• Ability to work in an active construction environment, climb ladders and scaffolding, navigate stairs, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to lead commercial construction projects for a well-established general contractor.
• Long-term career growth and opportunities to advance into senior field leadership.
• A collaborative environment that values safety, accountability, quality, and professional development.
• The opportunity to work on a variety of commercial projects across the Southeast.
• A team-oriented culture that emphasizes leadership, integrity, and strong relationships with clients and trade partners.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a motivated construction professional who takes ownership of jobsite operations, leads subcontractors effectively, and consistently delivers projects safely and on schedule. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys working in the field, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is comfortable traveling throughout the Southeast to support commercial construction projects.