Traveling Superintendent | Midwest Travel

Michael Page; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & Vision

Vehicle allowance

Fuel card

Phone allowance

401k & match

Per diem travel

Job summary

MPI, a full-service general contracting firm in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a Traveling Superintendent. You will oversee daily construction on Midwest projects, coordinate schedules, monitor progress, review work against plans, and manage subcontractor activities across multiple sites.

Travel will be required to keep projects on track. The role emphasizes leadership, safety compliance, and strong communication, with per diem travel and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred but not required.
• 5+ years of field experience as a Superintendent; open to Assistant Superintendents.
• Experience with commercial projects; preference for retail and restaurant projects.
• Proven track record managing construction projects from start to finish.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, safety standards, and building codes.
• Excellent leadership and communication to manage diverse teams.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve on-site challenges.
• Proficiency in construction management software and tools.
• Focus on delivering high-quality results while staying on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily construction activities at assigned project sites.
• Coordinate site schedules to keep planned work moving forward.
• Monitor jobsite progress and communicate updates to relevant project contacts.
• Review completed work against project plans and site requirements.
• Coordinate subcontractor activities and sequencing on site.
• Maintain clear site documentation for daily work and project updates.
• Travel to assigned construction locations to provide consistent on-site oversight.

Skills

Degree in Construction Management

5+ years field experience as a Super

Commercial project experience

Retail and restaurant project exposure

Proven project leadership

Knowledge of safety standards

Strong communication skills

Troubleshooting on-site

Construction management software

On-time project delivery focus

Education

Degree in Construction Management / related field

Job description

• Industry leading benefits and compensation package. Per diem included.

• Industry leading benefits and compensation package. Per diem included.
• Traveling Superintendent for Midwest projects.

About Our Client

A full-service general contracting firm located in Kansas City, MO. They focus primarily on commercial, retail, and multifamily projects. Looking for a full time Traveling Superintendent. Travel is mainly throughout the Midwest on commercial and retail projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated construction professional looking to develop their career with a company known for quality, collaboration, and long-term project success.

Job Description

• Oversee daily construction activities at assigned project sites.
• Coordinate site schedules to keep planned work moving forward.
• Monitor jobsite progress and communicate updates to relevant project contacts.
• Review completed work against project plans and site requirements.
• Coordinate subcontractor activities and sequencing on site.
• Maintain clear site documentation for daily work and project updates.
• Travel to assigned construction locations to provide consistent on-site oversight.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

A Successful Traveling Superintendent Should Have

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, is preferred but not required
• 5+ years of field experience as a Superintendent. Open to Assistant Superintendents.
• Experience with commercial projects is required, with a preference for retail and restaurant projects
• A proven track record in managing construction projects from start to finish.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, safety standards, and building codes.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills to manage diverse teams.
• The ability to troubleshoot and resolve on-site challenges effectively.
• Proficiency in using construction management software and tools.
• A focus on delivering high-quality results while staying on schedule.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $120,000 annually (depending on experience).
• Standard benefits including health, dental, and vision
• Monthly vehicle allowance
• Fuel Card
• Monthly phone allowance
• 401k and match
• All travel covered with monthly per diem

Quote job ref: JN-112026-7141974