Traveling Superintendent - Light Industrial/Cold Storage

Layton Construction; United States; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Group Legal

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A national construction firm is seeking a Traveling Superintendent responsible for site management, scheduling, and labor oversight. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, with at least 5 years of relevant experience. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential as the role involves significant travel and national operations management. Benefits include medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 5 years of commercial construction experience required.
• Valid driver's license required to travel.
• Understands building codes and reads blueprints accurately.
• Demonstrated knowledge of subcontractors' scopes of work.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of construction job site.
• Coordinate with Project Manager on project schedule.
• Direct procurement of tools and materials.
• Interact with onsite team and clients to provide updates.

Skills

Construction processes

Good written and verbal communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Interpersonal skills

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction related field

Tools

CMiC

Job description

Traveling Superintendent - Light Industrial/Cold Storage

Summary

The Superintendent is responsible for the daily operation of a job site, including scheduling, production, and procurement of materials, manpower, and equipment. Supervises all direct labor positions on the assigned project. Manages and oversees any contracted work on the site to ensure successful project completion.

This position operates nationally and requires full‑time travel and/or relocation to the project site. If you’re unable to travel, please consider applying for a role that aligns more closely with your needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Studies specifications to plan procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction, based on knowledge of available tools and equipment and various building methods.
• Interacts with the Project Manager to determine the project schedule; develops and utilizes "look ahead" schedules to assess progress and spot upcoming issues.
• Coordinates the pre‑construction meeting with the Project Manager prior to mobilization.
• Directs procurement of tools and materials to be delivered at specified times to conform to work schedules.
• Ensures all parties involved with the project are informed of construction issues and progress: (1) meets with and directs supervisory personnel engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays; (2) meets regularly with craft personnel to update them on construction issues and to gather input for solutions; (3) meets with subcontractors prior to the sub's mobilization to review scope of work and schedule; also, advises subs prior to each phase of work on schedule and phasing requirements; and (4) meets regularly with clients to update them on the project's progress.
• Works with supervisory personnel and labor representatives to resolve complaints and grievances within the project work force.
• Confers with supervisory and engineering personnel and/or inspectors and suppliers of tools and materials to resolve construction problems and to improve construction methods.
• Inspects work in progress to ensure that work conforms to specifications and to construction schedules.
• Manages the project based on progress reports, materials used, and costs and adjusts work schedules accordingly. (New construction superintendents only.)
• Works with the Manager of Craft Resources to move personnel from project to project, minimizing hiring and layoffs; is responsible for crew mixes and work assignments to manage labor costs; may terminate company craft personnel not performing according to company policies, procedures, or other job requirements.
• Works in conjunction with project manager in preparing the Project Management Plan.
• Ensures that company policies, such as safety policies, equal opportunity, and others, are implemented consistently. Ensures company quality standards and housekeeping requirements are maintained.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction related field or equivalent and at least 5 years commercial construction experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction processes.
• Has a valid driver's license and is able to travel to and from the project site.
• Understands and applies building codes and other design requirements correctly and reads blueprints accurately.
• Has good understanding and knowledge of subcontractors' scopes of work and tolerances.
• Has good written and verbal communication skills: expresses ideas clearly and effectively; uses proper grammar and syntax. (Basic Spanish preferred)
• Has good administrative skills: monitors the progress and coordination of work activities; keeps other members of the organization informed of progress and problems.
• Has good management skills: establishes techniques to effectively and proactively monitor and supervise the work of subordinates and to follow up on the results of delegated assignments.
• Maintains integrity: maintains the normal standards of ethics, conduct, and organizational policies in job‑related activities.
• Has excellent problem‑solving ability: finds and uses relationships between data from different sources to formulate alternative solutions.
• Is a team player: works well with other people; takes time to help co‑workers, customers, subcontractors and others achieve their goals and assignments.
• Maintains good interpersonal relationships: uses tact; is sensitive to the feelings and needs of others.
• Is organized: establishes priorities and a course of action for handling multiple tasks.
• Plans effectively: establishes courses of action for self and for others; allocates resources and assigns personnel; uses time efficiently; is personally well‑organized.
• Is professional: displays appropriate appearance and professional conduct; makes a good impression on others.
• Shows initiative: actively tries to influence events to achieve goals; is a self‑starter, working well with minimal supervision; strives to achieve goals beyond minimal levels of performance.
• Has the ability to operate office equipment, such as fax, copier, and telephone. Can use spreadsheet and word processing software.
• Knowledge and use of CMiC preferred.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long‑term Disability Insurance, Short‑term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre‑tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off, Time Away Benefits, Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.

EEO Statement: Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

About Us

Layton Construction is a privately held national general contractor, delivering predictable outcomes in commercial construction since 1953. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Layton operates from 16 strategic offices across the United States, employing more than 1,500 construction professionals who serve diverse markets including healthcare, education, commercial office, industrial, hospitality, and multi‑unit residential.

Founded on the core values of honesty, unity, safety, and quality, Layton has built a reputation for excellence in complex project delivery while maintaining strong partnerships with clients, architects, and trade partners nationwide.

Layton works with a network of affiliate companies that includes over 4,000 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland. We provide a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit‑outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization.

Seniority level

Mid‑senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management, Project Management, and Other

Industry

Construction, Building Construction, and Real Estate