Traveling Superintendent - Commercial General Contractor

Santa Fe, New Mexico Permanent USD85,000 - USD130,000 per year View Job Description
An established, employee-focused general contractor with a strong pipeline of projects across the central United States is seeking a Traveling Superintendent to join their field leadership team. This is a high-impact role with immediate responsibility on a flagship project in the Southwest, followed by ongoing work across Texas and surrounding states.
  • Respected national General Contractor with strong project pipeline
  • Interesting projects in the commercial sector

About Our Client

Our client is a growing regional construction firm with an expanding footprint across Texas and the central U.S. They are recognised for delivering high-quality ground-up K-12, healthcare, hospitality, and retail projects and offer a clear path for career progression within a stable, forward-thinking organisation.

  • First assignment: Santa Fe, New Mexico
  • Future projects across Texas and other central U.S. regions

Job Description

As a Traveling Superintendent, you will work with the Project Manager and take full ownership of on-site delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

  • Lead and coordinate all site personnel, including assistant superintendents, field engineers, subcontractors, and trades
  • Take full responsibility for project scheduling, including short-term interval planning and long-term milestone tracking
  • Manage subcontractor performance, sequencing, and workflow to maintain project momentum and avoid delays
  • Oversee quality control, ensuring all work is delivered in line with plans, specifications, and regulatory standards
  • Maintain strict cost control by monitoring labour productivity, material usage, and equipment efficiency
  • Act as the primary on-site liaison with ownership, design teams, and key stakeholders
  • Drive a culture of safety by enforcing policies, leading regular meetings, and holding all personnel accountable

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

For the Traveling Superintendent - Commercial Construction role, we are seeking:

  • Proven, verifiable experience as a Superintendent delivering construction projects from ground-up through completion
  • Additional hands-on construction background with strong technical understanding of field operations
  • Demonstrated ability to manage schedules, track variances, and deliver projects on time and within budget
  • Strong leadership experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and trades simultaneously
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or equivalent practical experience
  • Highly motivated, organised, and able to work in a fast-paced, field-driven environment
  • Willingness to travel and work on projects across multiple states

What's on Offer



What's on Offer

  • Competitive compensation package (usually ~$85,000 - $130,000 dependent on experience)
  • Company vehicle and fuel card
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off, holidays, and weather days
  • Career development and paid education opportunities
  • Company laptop and mobile phone



Have interest in hearing more? Apply here today to be considerd within 48 hours.

Contact
Drake Chambers
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7056134

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Site Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Santa Fe
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Drake Chambers
Job Reference
JN-072026-7056134