Traveling Superintendent (Commercial Construction ONLY)

Empire Construction; California (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Empire Construction is seeking a Construction Superintendent to lead field operations across multiple sites. You will coordinate trades, supervise forepersons, and ensure work meets schedule, budget, and safety standards.

The role involves coordinating with project management, inspectors, and clients while upholding contract requirements. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field and at least five years of commercial construction experience, with proficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a construction-related field is preferred.
• Minimum five years of commercial construction experience is required.
• Proficiency with project management and field coordination tools is expected.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule field activities with trades and forepersons.
• Lead weekly coordination and safety meetings and enforce safety rules.
• Inspect work for quality and timeliness, review monthly requisitions.
• Oversee subcontractors and inspect adherence to plans and code.

Skills

Procore

MS Project

Bluebeam

MS Word

Excel

Blueprints

Communication

Problem solving

Team coordination

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

5+ years commercial construction experience

Tools

None

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

The Superintendent oversees field construction operations across multiple sectors, providing leadership and direction to ensure projects are executed safely, on schedule, and within budget. This role is responsible for coordinating field activities, subcontractors, and internal teams while ensuring compliance with contract documents, safety regulations, and quality standards. The Superintendent safeguards the Company’s operational, financial, and reputational interests throughout all phases of project execution and serves as a key liaison between the field, project management, and stakeholders.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate and schedule work activities for tradespeople, professionals, and laborers, communicating instructions and assignments via the project foreperson


• Conduct and document weekly coordination and safety meetings, provide updates to the Project Manager and address safety violations or deficiencies immediately while enforcing safety procedures and site rules


• Regularly inspect work for quality and timeliness, preparing progress reports and ensuring timely preparation and review of monthly requisitions for owner and architect approval


• Oversee and inspect the work of subcontractors and suppliers to ensure adherence to standards, contract requirements, and safety programs


• Ensure all zoning requirements, regulations, and specifications in architectural and engineering plans are met, examining contract documents for design deficiencies and code violations


• Monitor the project budget, communicate variances as they occur, and maintain records of costs and inventory


• Secure necessary permits and licenses, ensure safety notices are posted and regulatory compliance is maintained


• Act as a liaison between the project and relevant stakeholders (architects, engineers, attorneys, union representatives) to ensure specifications and regulations are met


• Maintain excellent communication with stakeholders, project partner, and the public


• Collaborate with inspection agencies to resolve identified issues and ensure project quality


• Regularly update Procore with job progress, including status updates and site photos


• Perform additional duties as assigned

Core Skills and Competencies

• Experience with Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam, MS Word, and Excel are preferred


• Ability to read, understand, and execute blueprints, drawings, and plans


• Thorough understanding of legal requirements relating to construction and building sites


• Extremely detail-oriented


• Ability to oversee and coordinate a variety of people in different roles


• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills


• Ability to work under pressure


• Ability to quickly identify problems and efficiently solve them

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred


• Minimum of five years of experience in commercial construction required

Travel and On-Site Requirement

This position requires the Superintendent to travel to designated job sites and remain on location, typically in hotel accommodations, until project completion. This extended travel and on-site stay is a condition of employment, with appropriate travel expenses and per diem allowances provided.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the construction site


• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times


• Must comply with strict safety protocols and procedures. Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when on job sites


• Exposure to all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and inclement weather, as construction sites are primarily outdoors


• Frequently exposed to high levels of noise from heavy machinery and construction equipment, requiring focus and attention in a distracting environment

Safety, Legal & Regulatory Compliance

• Adheres to all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and workplace safety regulations


• Follows company safety policies, confidentiality standards, and