Traveling Superintendent

Uprite Construction Corporation; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Uprite Construction is seeking an experienced Traveling Superintendent to lead our Tacoma project and future sites across the United States. The role requires strong ground-up commercial construction experience with self-storage projects preferred.

You will oversee field operations, subcontractor coordination, scheduling, safety, quality, and drive the project from mobilization through closeout. The ideal candidate will manage multiple trades, review drawings and specifications, and maintain

Qualifications

• Field leadership experience on commercial construction sites.
• Strong coordination of subcontractors and trades.
• Ability to develop and maintain project schedules and monitor progress.
• Active safety leadership and site housekeeping accountability.
• Quality control and daily reporting practices.
• Clear communication with Project Managers, owners and teams.
• Ability to solve problems and make field decisions independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field operations from mobilization through closeout.
• Manage subcontractors, vendors, deliveries, inspections and site logistics.
• Maintain project schedule and address issues affecting milestones.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, owners, design teams, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Conduct daily site walks, monitor safety, productivity and progress.
• Review drawings, specs, RFIs, submittals and ensure work is correct.
• Coordinate sequencing of trades and ensure readiness for upcoming work.
• Identify field conflicts and develop practical solutions with the team.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, site docs and progress photos.
• Lead safety efforts and maintain a clean, professional jobsite.
• Manage punch lists, inspections and project turnover.
• Travel to future project locations across the United States as needed.

Skills

Field leadership

Subcontractor coordination

Scheduling

Safety management

Quality control

Communication

Problem solving

Independent work

Job description

Uprite Construction is looking for an experienced Traveling Superintendent to lead an upcoming project in Tacoma, Washington. We strongly prefer someone who currently lives in Washington, but we are open to candidates from other locations who are comfortable traveling to Tacoma and to future project sites throughout the United States as needed.

The ideal candidate has strong ground up commercial construction experience, with self storage construction experience strongly preferred. This person will be responsible for day to day field leadership, subcontractor coordination, scheduling, safety, quality, and keeping the project moving from mobilization through closeout.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily field operations and oversee construction activities from start through project completion
• Manage subcontractors, vendors, deliveries, inspections, and site logistics
• Maintain the project schedule and proactively address issues that could impact milestones
• Coordinate closely with Project Managers, owners, design teams, subcontractors, and internal project teams
• Conduct daily site walks and monitor quality, safety, productivity, and overall project progress
• Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and other project documentation to ensure work is being completed correctly
• Coordinate sequencing of trades and ensure subcontractors are prepared for upcoming work
• Identify field conflicts early and work with the project team to develop practical solutions
• Maintain accurate daily reports, site documentation, progress photos, and other required records
• Lead safety efforts on site and maintain a clean, organized, and professional jobsite
• Manage punch list activities, inspections, turnover, and project closeout
• Travel to future project locations throughout the United States as business needs require

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Superintendent overseeing commercial construction projects
• Strong ground up construction experience required
• Self storage construction experience strongly preferred
• Experience managing projects from site work and foundations through vertical construction, finishes, and turnover
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, scheduling, sequencing, and field coordination
• Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and trades while maintaining schedule, quality, and safety expectations
• Strong communication and problem solving skills
• Comfortable working independently and making field decisions when needed
• Organized and consistent with project documentation and reporting
• Willing and able to travel throughout the United States for future projects
• Washington based candidates are preferred, particularly those within reasonable access to Tacoma
• Candidates outside Washington will also be considered if they are comfortable traveling to Tacoma for the initial project and to future project locations as needed

Preferred Experience

• Self storage facilities
• Ground up commercial construction
• Multi story construction
• Structural steel and metal framing
• Site development and civil work
• Projects requiring coordination of multiple trades and aggressive schedules

About Us

Uprite Construction was established in 1991 as a multi-service construction company specializing in project site development, ground-up, new construction, renovations, and tenant improvements for the commercial and industrial sectors. Check us out at upritecomgmt.com!

We appreciate your interest in employment with Uprite Construction. Uprite Construction is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other legally‑recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities who need assistance with the application process may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable law.