Traveling Commercial Construction Superintendent - Retail Construction - Base Salary to 100k/year - Dexter, MO
Our client is a nationally licensed general contractor specializing in commercial, industrial, and retail construction projects across the United States. They are seeking a Traveling Commercial Construction Superintendent with experience leading retail construction projects, including big box and open-store remodel environments. This role requires full-time travel and hands-on field leadership across multiple project sites.
Responsibilities
Lead all on-site construction activities from project start through closeout
Manage day-to-day field operations, including subcontractor coordination across all trades
Oversee project scheduling, sequencing, and execution to meet deadlines and budget targets
Ensure compliance with safety standards and enforce OSHA regulations on job sites
Coordinate inspections, manage punch lists, and drive quality control processes
Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project documents
Generate and maintain daily reports, site logs, and progress updates
Manage RFIs, submittals, and field communication with Project Managers and stakeholders
Lead site meetings and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors
Support high-volume, phased construction schedules, including open-store remodel environments where applicable
Qualifications
Experience supporting retail construction projects, including big box retail (Walmart, Sam’s Club, or similar environments)
Experience with open-store remodels, phased construction, or high-volume rollout projects strongly preferred
3+ years of experience in a Superintendent or Lead Field Supervisor role within commercial construction
Strong working knowledge of all construction trades (carpentry, concrete, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.)
Experience with construction management tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or similar systems preferred
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and schedules
Experience managing subcontractors, scheduling, and jobsite coordination