Traveling Superintendent, Construction

ARCO Design/Build; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

401k

Paid sabbatical

Scholarship program

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

ARCO Design/Build in Philadelphia seeks a seasoned Superintendent to lead field operations on tilt-up and large-scale projects. You will drive safety, schedule, and budget adherence from day one, coordinating with project managers and subcontractors to deliver quality outcomes.

The role requires 5–25 years of progressive leadership in large construction, strong organizational skills, and a valid driver’s license. A high-energy, problem-solving mindset is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 5-25 years of experience as a lead superintendent on tilt-up construction projects, preferably on jobs 100k sf and above.
• Able to make decisions under tight deadlines.
• Able to organize people, tools, and equipment and plan/manage multiple activities.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to face challenges, direct others, and address conflict.
• Exhibit commitment to quality by evaluating project-related processes and making improvements based on customer input.
• Computer skills: Word, Excel, Outlook and project scheduling programs.

Responsibilities

• Attend post award review meeting to receive project information.
• Prepare a schedule of construction activities and staffing requirements in collaboration with the project manager.
• Direct and control the total construction project to meet specifications and timelines.
• Assist in duties of the project manager/engineer including shipment of materials and approvals of shop drawings.
• Coordinate subcontractors to integrate work with schedules.
• Inform supervisors and subcontractors of schedule changes.
• Prepare job progress and cost reports reflecting actual costs.
• Review and approve requisitions, field purchase orders, invoices and significant reports.
• Cooperate with owner representatives and architects to align with project goals.
• Hold jobsite meetings with project manager and regional manager.
• Report progress to the project manager and flag potential cost or schedule issues.
• Maintain a daily diary recording significant project events and decisions.
• Direct adherence to the company safety program.

Skills

Lead superintendent experience

Decision making

Organize people/tools/equipment

Leadership skills

Integrity and customer focus

Driver's license

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Project scheduling programs

Job description

About You

Do you have an extreme commitment to safety? Are you a hard-working leader that never settles for less than superior quality? Do you prefer to manage the construction process from outside the trailer? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an exciting, long-term career opportunity for you based in our Philadelphia office. Who are we? We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies.

About You

Do you have an extreme commitment to safety? Are you a hard-working leader that never settles for less than superior quality? Do you prefer to manage the construction process from outside the trailer? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an exciting, long-term career opportunity for you based in our Philadelphia office. Who are we? We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies.

You’ll need 5-25 years of experience leading ground-up, big box retail, cold storage and/or light industrial construction projects, 100K sq ft and above. You’ll have the opportunity to manage the construction and administrative activities associated with the field operations of a project from day one! Bringing the project to completion on schedule, within budget, and per the project specifications.

A Day In The Life

The Superintendent is responsible for directly managing the construction and administrative activities associated with the field operations of a project. This person is also tasked with bringing the project to completion on schedule, within budget and per the project specifications. The Superintendent is in charge of enforcing all Safety and Quality Control policies and procedures and adhering to and implementing all company policies and regulations.

• Attend the post award review meeting to receive project information and details for preplanning prior to construction.
• Participate with the project manager in preparing a schedule of construction activities and their sequence, the organization structure, staff selection, and the manpower and construction equipment requirements of the project.
• Direct and control the total construction project to meet specifications and within the allotted time schedule in an efficient manner to produce the expected profit.
• Assist in the activities of the project manager/engineer in their duties including prompt shipment of materials and permanent equipment, in obtaining approvals of shop drawings and material samples.
• Coordinate the activities of subcontractors to permit them to perform their work effectively and to integrate it with project schedules and progress.
• Inform all supervisors and subcontractors promptly of any construction schedule changes.
• Assist in the preparation of all job progress and cost reports to accurately reflect actual costs.
• Review and approve all requisitions, field purchase orders, invoices, and other significant reports and documents.
• Cooperate with the owner and his representatives, keeping them informed of construction progress.
• Cooperate with architects or owner representatives on an amicable basis, but in the long term interest of the company.
• Hold jobsite meetings with project manager and the regional manager.
• Report regularly to the project manager to keep them constantly informed on job progress, plans, and problems that could significantly affect costs or schedules.
• Maintain a daily diary to permanently record all significant project facts, events, conditions, visitors, owner representative contacts, commitments, agreements and approvals.
• Direct adherence to the company’s safety program in all phases and areas of the project.

Necessary Qualifications

• 5-25 years of experience as a lead superintendent on tilt-up construction projects, preferable on jobs that are a minimum of 100k sf.
• Able to make decisions under tight deadlines.
• Able to organize people, tools, and equipment and plan/manage multiple activities to accomplish desired results.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with ability and willingness to face challenges, direct others, and effectively address conflict.
• Exhibit commitment to quality by evaluating project-related processes and making necessary changes, using customer input to make improvements, and meeting/exceeding internal and external customer expectations.
• Computer skills: proficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook and project scheduling programs.
• Act in a manner of integrity that shows support for the company, its values, and the employees, while maintaining constant focus on meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectations.
• Possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in your state of residence.

We Offer a Competitive Benefit Package That Includes

• Generous bonus program based on performance
• ARCO Funded Profit Sharing Program
• Tuition Reimbursement for Associates
• 401k
• 1 Month Paid Sabbatical after every 5 years of employment
• Scholarship reimbursement for associates’ children
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage

**ARCO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer**

What We Can Offer You

• Vehicle allowance, per diem, and living expenses on traveling jobs
• An airplane ticket home every 2 weeks when traveling
• Business expenses and mileage reimbursement
• Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Traditional and Roth 401k
• Tuition reimbursement for associates
• Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
• 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
• 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
• 100% charitable match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 100% paid 12-week maternity leave

MAKE YOUR MOVE

We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 7,500 design-build projects nationwide. We ranked #9 on ENR’s Design-Build Firms list and #34 on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list of 2026. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us, and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person who can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is “Yes!” we look forward to meeting you.

ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from ARCO’s Human Resources team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. ARCO will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers. Agencies must have a fully executed vendor agreement in place as well as written approval to submit candidates from an ARCO TA Manager for a specific position before submitting candidates.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

EOE, including disability/vets