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Cooper & Company is currently hiring a Traveling Superintendent!
Cooper & Company General Contractors, Inc. is seeking anexperienced Traveling Commercial Construction Superintendent to oversee on-siteoperations for commercial construction projects throughout the region. Thisposition is responsible for managing day-to-day field operations from projectstartup through closeout while ensuring projects are completed safely, onschedule, within budget, and in accordance with company standards and contractrequirements.
The Traveling Superintendent will serve as the primary fieldleader and will work closely with Project Managers, subcontractors, vendors,and owners to coordinate construction activities and maintain a productive,organized, and professional jobsite.
This is a traveling position and requires the ability andwillingness to travel and stay near project locations for extended periods asproject schedules require.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all daily on-site commercial construction activities from mobilization through project closeout
- Provide strong leadership and direction to subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel
- Coordinate and sequence multiple trades to maintain project schedule and productivity
- Review and implement project plans, specifications, schedules, and contract documents
- Work closely with Project Managers to establish and maintain project milestones
- Conduct daily site walks and monitor progress, manpower, materials, and workmanship
- Maintain continuous on-site supervision whenever work is being performed
- Enforce OSHA, company, and project-specific safety requirements
- Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and professional jobsite
- Monitor quality control and ensure work complies with plans, specifications, and contract requirements
- Coordinate inspections and address deficiencies, punch lists, and closeout activities
- Identify and resolve field issues, conflicts, scheduling concerns, and constructability challenges
- Communicate effectively with Project Managers, subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, owners, and other project stakeholders
- Maintain accurate daily reports and project documentation
- Utilize Procore and other construction management tools to track project progress and documentation
- Coordinate appropriate supervisory coverage whenever temporarily away from the jobsite
Travel Requirements
- Travel to commercial construction projects as assigned
- Ability to stay near project locations for extended periods when required
- Willingness to work the schedule necessary to meet project milestones
- Maintain reliable transportation for travel to and from project locations
- Maintain consistent communication with the Project Manager and company while traveling
- Travel schedules may vary based on project location and duration
Continuous Jobsite Supervision
The Superintendent is responsible for maintaining qualified supervision on the jobsite whenever construction work is being performed. The jobsite should never be left without appropriate supervisory coverage.
If the Superintendent must be away from the jobsite, theyare responsible for coordinating with the Project Manager in advance to ensure appropriate coverage is in place. This requirement is critical to maintaining safety standards, minimizing risk, and meeting contractual and insurance obligations.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience as a Commercial Construction Superintendent
- Proven experience managing ground-up and/or renovation commercial construction projects
- Strong understanding of commercial building systems, construction sequencing, and field operations
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and contract documents
- Strong leadership, communication, organization, and decision-making skills
- Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and maintain fast-paced project schedules
- Experience using construction management software; Procore experience preferred
- Ability to identify and resolve field issues and constructability challenges
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and productivity
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Willingness and ability to travel as required
Preferred Experience
- OSHA 30 certification
- Experience with ground-up commercial construction
- Experience with government buildings, public safety facilities, religious facilities, retail, office, medical, and industrial projects
- Experience managing projects in multiple locations
- LEED or other construction-related certifications
What We're Looking For
We are looking for a Superintendent who takes ownership ofthe jobsite and understands that successful projects require strong leadership,communication, planning, and follow-through.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently inthe field, can anticipate problems before they become issues, holdssubcontractors accountable, and takes pride in delivering a safe, organized,high-quality project.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Vehicle allowance
- Travel-related compensation/per diem as applicable
- Career growth opportunities within a growing company
If you are an experienced Commercial Superintendent whoenjoys leading projects, working with great teams, and is willing to travel, wewould like to hear from you.
Interested in applying? Send your Cover Letter and Resume to Beth Jenkyn at beth@coopergc.com
