Traveling Superintendent - Bush Construction (St. Louis)

ZipRecruiter; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Traveling Superintendent in St. Louis to oversee various projects, ensuring they meet client needs and are completed on schedule. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of construction supervision experience and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Extensive career growth opportunities

Hands-on, on-the-job experience

Collaborative environment with networking

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in construction supervision.
• Advanced knowledge of construction methods and safety protocols.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass pre-employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontractor and supplier activities on-site.
• Coordinate with clients and teams throughout project phases.
• Ensure projects adhere to safety and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational

Multi-tasking

Education

Training in construction supervision or equivalent

Job description

Salary: $100,000-$120,000 based on experience

Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Davenport, Iowa, Bush Construction is a commercial construction, design, and development firm specializing in building, expanding, renovating, or redeveloping multi-sector projects, including historical renovations in the Midwest. Our core values drive to succeed, inspire teamwork, do the right thing, be humbly confident, embrace change set our extraordinary culture and customized construction experience apart.

Bush Construction is seeking an experienced Traveling Superintendent to join our team in St. Louis, MO. This role is key in ensuring projects are completed on schedule while maintaining high safety and quality standards. Daily responsibilities include managing subcontractor and supplier activities, serving as the onsite client contact, coordinating with internal teams and external clients on various project stages, and managing site inspections. The Traveling Superintendent will be a trusted member of the Bush team, ensuring our projects meet client needs.

What makes you successful in this position?

• At least 8 years of experience in construction supervision or an equivalent combination of training, education, or related experience
• Advanced knowledge of construction technology, equipment, methods; familiar with craft agreements, estimating, scheduling, and safety protocols
• Strong organizational, communication, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills
• Leadership experience with a drive to work with integrity and precision
• Willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time to various Midwest projects
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check

Why should you work here?

At Bush Construction, you'll be part of something bigger. As part of the McCarthy-Bush Corporation family, we are committed to Growing Together by creating value through collaboration and delivering comprehensive solutions to our clients. Our culture is built on five guiding principles that challenge, support, and empower our team members to grow, ensuring project success. We aim to deliver exceptional construction experiences for our clients.

Learn more about our culture at www.bushconstruct.com or watch our videos.

We also offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Extensive career growth opportunities
• Hands-on, on-the-job experience
• A collaborative environment with networking and industry connections

Bush Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates will be evaluated based on qualifications. Equal Opportunity is the Law. Applicants can access Employee and Employer Rights and Obligations under FMLA here.