Traveling Superintendent - Mission Critical

Structure Tone Southwest; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer 1

Life & AD&D Insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Structure Tone Southwest is seeking a Senior Superintendent to lead field operations on retail and mission-critical projects with 100% travel. You will supervise subcontractors, manage schedules, ensure quality and safety, and coordinate with owners and inspectors on-site.

The role requires 5+ years in field supervision in commercial construction, a related bachelor’s degree, and strong leadership. Outdoor Texas conditions apply; OSHA 30 preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive field supervision experience in commercial construction.
• Experience supporting mission-critical, data center or similar projects preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Proven ability to lead field operations and collaborate with multiple trades under tight schedules.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, drawings, specifications, and building codes.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to climb ladders and work outdoors in Texas weather conditions.
• OSHA 30 Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide input in developing the master construction schedule and track deviations to ensure on-time delivery.
• Lead on-site construction activities and manage daily subcontractor/vendor operations per project specs, safety standards, and quality control.
• Supervise all subcontractor work to minimize punch lists and ensure pre-punch checklists completed.
• Maintain accurate field documentation: daily reports, logs, as-builts, field change orders.
• Lead subcontractor coordination meetings to resolve conflicts and maintain workflow.
• Enforce all job-site safety policies and lead by example to foster a safety culture.
• Coordinate timely material deliveries and manage job-site logistics, especially in occupied retail environments.
• Maintain and review daily jobsite logs and provide weekly updates to the Project Manager.
• Assist in reviewing project estimates and bid documents during preconstruction phases.
• Review and recommend on subcontractor/vendor invoices with the Project Manager.
• Serve as primary on-site contact for client representatives, inspectors, and stakeholders.
• Ensure smooth project closeout with punch list completion and owner/architect sign-off.

Skills

Field supervision

Scheduling

Subcontractor coordination

Safety enforcement

Quality control

Leadership

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/related field

Job description

This position requires 100% travel

Job Description

This position requires 100% travel

The Superintendent plays a critical role in the success of our construction projects, with responsibility for day-to-day field operations including scheduling, subcontractor coordination, quality control, and safety enforcement. This position ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with a focus on quality and client satisfaction. Retail construction experience is highly preferred, as this role involves fast-paced, schedule-driven environments with a strong emphasis on site logistics and phasing.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide input in developing the master construction schedule; track and report deviations to ensure on-time delivery.
• Lead the planning and coordination of all on-site construction activities. Manage the daily activities of subcontractors and vendors, ensuring alignment with project specifications, safety standards, and quality control protocols.
• Supervise all subcontractor work to minimize punch list items and enforce development and completion of pre-punch checklists.
• Maintain accurate field documentation, including daily reports, job logs, as-built drawings, and field change orders.
• Conduct and lead regular subcontractor coordination meetings to resolve conflicts and maintain workflow.
• Enforce all job-site safety policies and procedures and lead by example to foster a culture of safety.
• Coordinate timely material deliveries and maintain tight control over job-site logistics to reduce disruption, especially in occupied retail environments.
• Maintain and review daily jobsite logs and provide weekly updates to the Project Manager.
• Assist in reviewing project estimates and bid documents during preconstruction phases.
• Review and make recommendations on subcontractor/vendor invoices in collaboration with the Project Manager.
• Serve as the primary point of contact on-site for client representatives, inspectors, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure the project closeout process is conducted smoothly, including completion of all punch list items and sign-off by owner/architect.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive field supervision experience in commercial construction.
• Experience supporting mission critical, data center or similar projects required
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven ability to lead field operations and collaborate with multiple trades under tight schedules.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, drawings, specifications, and building codes.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to climb ladders, walk multi-story job sites, and work outdoors in Texas weather conditions.
• OSHA 30 Certification preferred.

Benefits

Structure Tone Southwest 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
• Group Legal
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

EEO Statement

Structure Tone Southwest 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

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About Us

Structure Tone Southwest is one of Texas' top-ranked construction management firms, and is a member of The Structure Tone Building Group - a $10B worldwide construction services leader. We provide construction management and general contracting services to commercial clients. Market sectors include Corporate Office & Facilities, Mission Critical Infrastructure, Higher Education, Science & Technology, Hospitality, Health Care, and Retail.

The STO Building Group family of companies

Structure Tone, Structure Tone Southwest, Pavarini Construction Co., Pavarini McGovern, LF Driscoll, Govan Brown, Ajax Building Company, BCCI Construction, Layton Construction, Abbott Construction, and RC Andersen—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. Learn more about how we partner with our clients to imagine, execute, and realize our vision at stobuildinggroup.com.

EEO Statement

Structure Tone Southwest 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.