Traveling Superintendent

Michael Page; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel card

Comprehensive health, dental, and life

401(k) with company match

Paid time off, holidays, and weather d

Career development and paid education

Company laptop and mobile phone

Job summary

MPI is seeking a Traveling Superintendent to join the field leadership team on a flagship project in the Southwest, with ongoing work across Texas and surrounding states. You will work with the Project Manager, taking full ownership of on-site delivery, safety, scheduling, and budget adherence.

You will lead site personnel, manage subcontractors, track milestones, and ensure quality and cost control, while serving as the on-site liaison with ownership, design teams, and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven, verifiable experience as a Superintendent delivering construction projects from ground-up through completion.
• Ability to manage schedules, track variances, and deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Strong leadership coordinating multiple subcontractors and trades; willingness to travel across states.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all site personnel including subcontractors and trades.
• Own site delivery: scheduling, milestones, and workflow to avoid delays.
• Oversee quality control to meet plans, specs and standards; enforce safety policies.

Skills

Superintendent experience

Leadership

Multi-state travel

Scheduling & CPM

On-site construction delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or equivalent

Job description

An established, employee-focused general contractor with a strong pipeline of projects across the central United States is seeking a Traveling Superintendent to join their field leadership team. This is a high-impact role with immediate responsibility on a flagship project in the Southwest, followed by ongoing work across Texas and surrounding states.

Our client is a growing regional construction firm with an expanding footprint across Texas and the central U.S. They are recognised for delivering high-quality ground-up K-12, healthcare, hospitality, and retail projects and offer a clear path for career progression within a stable, forward-thinking organisation.

Client Details

• First assignment: Santa Fe, New Mexico
• Future projects across Texas and other central U.S. regions

Description

As a Traveling Superintendent, you will work with the Project Manager and take full ownership of on-site delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

• Lead and coordinate all site personnel, including assistant superintendents, field engineers, subcontractors, and trades
• Take full responsibility for project scheduling, including short-term interval planning and long-term milestone tracking
• Manage subcontractor performance, sequencing, and workflow to maintain project momentum and avoid delays
• Oversee quality control, ensuring all work is delivered in line with plans, specifications, and regulatory standards
• Maintain strict cost control by monitoring labour productivity, material usage, and equipment efficiency
• Act as the primary on-site liaison with ownership, design teams, and key stakeholders
• Drive a culture of safety by enforcing policies, leading regular meetings, and holding all personnel accountable

Profile

For the Traveling Superintendent - Commercial Construction role, we are seeking:

• Proven, verifiable experience as a Superintendent delivering construction projects from ground-up through completion
• Additional hands-on construction background with strong technical understanding of field operations
• Demonstrated ability to manage schedules, track variances, and deliver projects on time and within budget
• Strong leadership experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and trades simultaneously
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or equivalent practical experience
• Highly motivated, organised, and able to work in a fast-paced, field-driven environment
• Willingness to travel and work on projects across multiple states

Job Offer

What's on Offer

• Competitive compensation package (usually ~$85,000 - $130,000 dependent on experience)
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, holidays, and weather days
• Career development and paid education opportunities
• Company laptop and mobile phone

Desired Skills and Experience

onstruction Management / Superintendent / Commercial Construction / Ground-Up Projects / Project Scheduling / Critical Path Method (CPM) / Budget Management / Cost Control / Variance Tracking / Subcontractor Management / Site Operations / Field Leadership / Quality Control / Safety Management / OSHA Compliance / Project Coordination / Construction Scheduling / Short-Term Interval Planning / Stakeholder Management / Owner Liaison / Design Team Coordination / Materials Procurement / Vendor Management / Inventory Control / Equipment Management / Daily Reports / Construction Documentation / Project Closeout / Punch List Management / Workforce Supervision / Trade Coordination / Productivity Tracking / Contract Administration / Pre-Construction Meetings / Installation Oversight / Building Codes & Compliance / Inspections & Testing / Risk Management / Multi-State Projects / Traveling Superintendent / Team Leadership / Mentorship / Performance Management

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.