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Traveling Superintendent - Construction

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  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • $110,000–$150,000 Per Year
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Job Description

Join a respected Michigan-based builder with a strong project pipeline, national travel opportunities, and the backing of a company known for delivering complex, high-profile projects.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Don Seawall
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Salary: $110,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are an established, employee-focused commercial construction firm recognized for delivering complex and impactful projects across multiple market sectors. Our work spans large-scale commercial, office, mixed-use, higher education, hospitality, industrial, and specialty construction projects. With a reputation built on quality, collaboration, and long-term client relationships, we continue to expand our footprint while investing heavily in our people and their professional growth.

Why join us?

$110,000 - $150,000+ base salary, depending on experience, plus travel package, vehicle allowance/company vehicle, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits.

  • Competitive base salary and performance bonus opportunity
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
  • Travel and living accommodations provided for project assignments
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Long-term career advancement opportunities
  • Strong backlog of challenging, highly visible projects
  • Leadership team committed to employee development and support


Job Details

Summary of Responsibilities
  • Lead all field operations from project startup through closeout
  • Manage project schedule, safety, quality, manpower, and subcontractor performance
  • Coordinate daily construction activities with project managers, clients, design teams, and trade partners
  • Conduct regular site meetings and maintain project documentation
  • Ensure work is completed according to plans, specifications, budgets, and company standards
  • Drive jobsite safety culture and compliance efforts
  • Identify and resolve field issues proactively to maintain project progress
  • Monitor productivity and maintain project schedules
  • Mentor project engineers, assistant superintendents, and field staff
  • Travel and relocate temporarily as needed based on project location and duration

Desired Qualifications
  • 7+ years of commercial construction superintendent experience
  • Experience managing ground-up commercial projects valued at $20M+ preferred
  • Proven ability to lead subcontractors and coordinate multiple trades
  • Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, scheduling, and safety programs
  • Experience with commercial, mixed-use, higher education, industrial, hospitality, or large institutional projects preferred
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Ability and willingness to travel extensively for project assignments
  • Proficiency with construction technology and field reporting tools
  • Stable work history with a reputation for delivering projects safely, on schedule, and at a high level of quality

Ideal background: Experienced Superintendents currently working for commercial general contractors who enjoy leading large, impactful projects and are open to travel opportunities that offer strong compensation, career growth, and project variety.

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Numbers & Facts

LocationGrand Rapids, MI
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$110,000–$150,000 Per Year
Company Size100 to 499 employees
Year Founded2018
Websitehttp://www.jobot.com

About Company

Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.

Founded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection.  As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

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Skills

  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Commercial Constructionunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Projectsunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Higher Educationunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Project Close-Outunmatched
  • Project Engineeringunmatched
  • Project Scheduleunmatched
  • Project Start-Upunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Safety Complianceunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Schedule Developmentunmatched
  • Staff Developmentunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched

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