Traveling Superintendent

gpac; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking a Traveling Construction Superintendent to oversee ground-up and renovation projects in North Carolina and the Southeast. You will manage diverse field teams, coordinate subcontractors, and uphold schedules and quality across multiple sites.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in commercial construction, strong leadership, and a proven ability to travel between sites while maintaining safety and project standards.

Qualifications

• Experience leading commercial ground-up and renovation projects.
• Ability to read construction drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Strong leadership, communication, and safety focus.
• Willingness to travel across North Carolina and the surrounding Southeast.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations for ground-up and renovation projects.
• Manage subcontractors, vendors, and onsite personnel safely and efficiently.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and coordinate trades to stay on track.
• Monitor quality and ensure compliance with plans, codes, and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular jobsite inspections and address issues as they arise.
• Coordinate with project managers, owners, architects, engineers, and subs throughout the lifecycle.
• Track progress, maintain daily reports, and share updates with management.
• Manage site logistics, materials, equipment, and manpower to meet milestones.
• Identify delays and implement corrective actions to minimize disruptions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
• Travel as needed throughout NC and surrounding states to oversee projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Problem-Solving

Travel Readiness

Tools

Procore

MS Office

Job description

Traveling Construction Superintendent

Location

North Carolina and surrounding Southeast region

Industry

Commercial Construction

About The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Traveling Superintendent to oversee ground-up construction and renovation projects throughout North Carolina and the surrounding region. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on construction professional who can independently manage jobsites, coordinate subcontractors, maintain project schedules, and ensure quality and safety standards are met.

The ideal candidate has experience managing commercial construction projects from start to finish and is comfortable traveling between job sites. Experience with Walmart construction, renovations, or store remodels is a major plus!

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily field operations for ground-up commercial construction and renovation projects.
• Manage subcontractors, vendors, and onsite personnel to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, coordinating trades and deliveries to keep projects on track.
• Monitor construction quality and ensure compliance with plans, specifications, building codes, and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular jobsite inspections and address construction issues as they arise.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track jobsite progress, maintain daily reports, and communicate updates to project management.
• Manage site logistics, materials, equipment, and manpower to support project milestones.
• Identify potential delays or challenges and implement solutions to minimize disruptions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
• Travel as needed throughout North Carolina and surrounding states to oversee assigned projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Construction Superintendent in commercial construction.
• Experience overseeing both ground-up construction and commercial renovation projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and jobsite safety.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage projects independently while working collaboratively with project management teams.
• Willingness to travel throughout North Carolina and the surrounding region.
• Proficiency with Procore, Microsoft Office, or similar construction management tools is preferred.
• OSHA certification is preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Walmart construction, store remodels, renovations, or new store construction is a significant plus.
• Experience with big-box retail, grocery, QSR, or other multi-site commercial construction projects is highly desirable.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a dependable, hands-on Superintendent who takes ownership of the jobsite and understands how to keep projects moving. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing multiple trades, solving problems in the field, and delivering quality projects on schedule while maintaining a strong focus on safety.

If you enjoy leading commercial construction projects and are looking for an opportunity that offers variety, regional travel, and the ability to make an impact in the field, we would like to hear from you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.