Job Description
Position Description:- Traveling Superintendent - CSA (Mission-Critical Construction)
- Position Title
- Traveling Superintendent - Civil, Structural & Architectural (CSA)
Location
Headquartered in Houston
Travel required nationwide (project-based assignments)
Position Summary:
The Traveling Superintendent - CSA is responsible for the on-site execution, coordination, and supervision of all civil, structural, and architectural scopes on mission-critical and data center construction projects.
This role is a field leadership position accountable for:
- Driving schedule performance
- Enforcing safety and quality standards
- Managing subcontractors and field labor
- Coordinating with project management and client teams
The ideal candidate has 10+ years of construction experience and has successfully led projects with 20-50+ subcontractor personnel onsite, preferably within mission-critical, industrial, or large commercial environments.
Key Responsibilities1. Field Leadership & Execution
Lead day-to-day field operations for CSA scopes across assigned projects
Manage and coordinate subcontractors, field crews, and vendors (20-50+ personnel typical)
Maintain tight control of schedule, sequencing, and work flow
Ensure work is performed in accordance with contract documents, drawings, and specifications2. Mission-Critical Schedule Management
Execute work in high-pressure, schedule-driven environments (data centers / critical facilities)
Identify and mitigate schedule risks early
Coordinate closely with MEP trades to avoid conflicts and delays
Support pull planning and short-interval scheduling (2-6 week lookaheads)3. Safety Leadership
Enforce strict compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies
Conduct daily safety meetings, site walks, and hazard analysis
Maintain a zero-incident safety culture
Ensure all subcontractors adhere to project-specific safety requirements4. Quality Control & Inspections
Ensure all work meets project quality standards and tolerances
Coordinate inspections, testing, and third-party QA/QC requirements
Maintain punch list tracking and drive timely closeout
Identify and correct deficiencies proactively5. Subcontractor Management
Direct and manage subcontractors to ensure:
Productivity targets are met
Workforce is adequate and properly staffed
Work is aligned with schedule and sequencing
Hold subcontractors accountable for performance and compliance6. Coordination & Communication
Serve as the primary field point of contact between:
Project Managers
Engineers and design teams
Client representatives
Inspectors and AHJsParticipate in weekly coordination meetings and reporting
Maintain accurate daily reports and field documentation7. Logistics & Site Management
Plan and manage site logistics including:
Deliveries and material handling
Equipment staging
Site access and laydown areas
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient jobsite8. Traveling Role Expectations
Travel to project sites nationwide (often 100% during active assignments)
Work extended hours as required to meet project demands
Represent the company professionally in all client-facing interactions
Qualifications:- ExperienceMinimum 10+ years of commercial construction experience
- Proven experience as a Superintendent on projects with:20-50+ field personnel
- Multiple subcontract trades
- Strong background in CSA scopes:
- Sitework / civil
- Structural steel or concrete
- Building envelope and architectural finishes
Preferred:
Experience on data centers, mission-critical, or industrial projects
Experience working in live or high-reliability environments
Technical SkillsStrong understanding of:
- Construction drawings and specifications
- Scheduling (lookaheads, sequencing, critical path awareness)QA/QC processes
- Familiarity with tools such as:
- Autodesk ACC, Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction management software
- Creating RFI's, managing submittals, safety documentation.
- Leadership Skills
- Ability to lead and motivate large subcontractor teams
- Strong decision-making under pressure
- Excellent communication and coordination skills
- High level of accountability and ownership
Certifications:
(Preferred)OSHA 30 First Aid / CPRAdditional safety or field leadership certifications a plus
Compensation & Benefits:- (Customize based on your structure)
- Competitive base salary (aligned with traveling superintendent market)
- Per diem and travel accommodations
- Bonus structure based on project performance
- Health, dental, vision benefits 401(k) or retirement plan
- What Success Looks Like in This Role
- Projects delivered on schedule and within quality expectations
- Strong subcontractor performance and accountability
- Safe job sites with zero or minimal incidents
- Clean, well-organized field operations
- Positive feedback from clients and project teams
- Position Profile (Ideal Candidate)"Gets it done" mentality - field-first leader
- Comfortable in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
- Strong ownership mindset - treats the job like it's their own
- Respected by subcontractors but firm in expectations
- Thrives in mission-critical, no-fail environments
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