Traveling Construction Superintendent

Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-25 years of experience as a Lead Superintendent
  • Willingness to travel throughout the United States
  • Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Excel)
  • Current, valid driver's license in state of residence
  • Ability to meet physical demands of the job, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

  • Lead field operations and jobsite execution for commercial and industrial projects
  • Demonstrate strong leadership to resolve conflicts and direct teams
  • Attend post-award review meetings for project planning
  • Collaborate with project manager on construction schedules
  • Ensure work adheres to specifications and stays on schedule
  • Oversee subcontractor performance within project timelines
  • Prepare job progress and cost reports that reflect actual costs

Benefits

  • Vehicle allowance, per diem, and living expenses on traveling jobs
  • Plane ticket home every 2 weeks when traveling
  • Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
  • 100% employer-funded ESOP for all associates
  • Traditional and Roth 401k options
  • 1-month paid sabbatical every five years plus $5,000 for travel
  • 3 weeks of vacation and 1-week paid volunteer leave annually
  • 100% charitable match for volunteer activities
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • On-site gym access
  • 100% paid 12-week maternity leave
  • Scholarship opportunities for associates' children up to $28,000
  • Tuition reimbursement for employees
Full Job Description
Traveling Construction Superintendent

This is a role for an experienced Superintendent, Lead Superintendent, Senior Superintendent, or similar construction professional who is ready to take ownership of jobsite execution from post-award review through project completion. You will lead subcontractors, maintain project schedules, enforce safety and quality standards, and partner closely with the project manager to deliver successful projects for our clients.

A DAY IN THE LIFE
  • Lead field operations and jobsite execution throughout all phases of commercial and industrial construction projects
  • Demonstrate strong leadership with the ability and willingness to face challenges, direct teams, and effectively resolve conflicts
  • Attend the post-award review meeting to gather project details and begin preconstruction planning
  • Partner with the project manager to develop the construction schedule, including activity sequencing, manpower, and equipment needs
  • Oversee the project to ensure work meets specifications, stays on schedule, and achieves target profitability
  • Coordinate subcontractor activities to ensure effective performance within the project timeline
  • Assist in the preparation of job progress and cost reports to accurately reflect actual costs
  • Review and approve requisitions, field purchase orders, invoices, and key project documents
  • Maintain constant communication with the project manager to keep them informed of job progress, plans, and issues that may impact costs or schedules
  • Complete daily reports documenting key project details, events, conditions, visitors, client interactions, commitments, and approvals
  • Enforce adherence to the company's safety program in all phases of the project
  • Lead with integrity and a commitment to quality, upholding company values and focusing on exceeding internal and external client expectations

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS
  • 5-25 years of experience as a Lead Superintendent
  • Willing to travel throughout the United States
  • Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Excel)
  • Possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in your state of residence
  • Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including but not limited to: standing or walking for long periods of time, occasionally on uneven terrain, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and/or lifting heavy loads of up to 50 pounds.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

At ARCO, we are committed to taking care of our greatest asset - our team. ARCO's best-in-class benefits and superior compensation are what set us apart from the competition and continue to attract top industry talent.
  • Vehicle allowance, per diem, and living expenses on traveling jobs
  • Plane ticket home every 2 weeks when traveling
  • Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
  • 100% employer-funded ESOP to all associates
  • Traditional and Roth 401k
  • 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
  • 3 weeks of vacation
  • 1-week paid volunteer leave each year and 100% charitable match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • On-site gym
  • 100% paid 12-week maternity leave
  • Scholarship for associates' children up to $28,000 per child
  • Tuition reimbursement for associates

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