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Traveling Superintendent - Federal - National

Springfield, Massachusetts Permanent USD90,000 - USD125,000 per year View Job Description
A growing general contractor is seeking a Traveling Superintendent to lead federal, government, and defense construction projects across the United States. This position is ideal for a hands-on Superintendent comfortable with extensive travel who wants exposure to diverse projects, strong benefits, and opportunities to return home between assignments when project schedules allow.
  • 4-day workweeks available on select traveling projects
  • Federal projects nationwide with strong benefits and ownership upside

About Our Client

This established general contractor has built a strong reputation for successfully delivering government and complex construction projects while providing employees with stability and long-term career growth. With more than 40 years in business, a growing national project portfolio, and an employee-owned environment, the company offers an attractive platform for experienced construction professionals.

Job Description

  • Lead day-to-day field operations for federal, government, and defense construction projects nationwide.
  • Manage subcontractors, field personnel, safety, quality, schedules, and overall site execution.
  • Coordinate with project management teams, owners, government representatives, and subcontractors throughout construction.
  • Oversee projects ranging from ground-up construction to government services and specialized assignments.
  • Travel extensively to active projects throughout Connecticut, Texas, Florida, Alabama, California, the Carolinas, New England, New York, and other U.S. locations.
  • Support first-, second-, and overnight-shift assignments depending on individual project requirements.
  • Maintain project schedules while ensuring work meets applicable quality, safety, and contractual requirements.
  • Provide clear field leadership and resolve construction challenges to keep projects moving efficiently.
  • Adapt to varying project locations, scopes, teams, and schedules throughout the year.



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

A Successful Traveling Superintendent should have:

  • Must be a U.S. citizen due to requirements associated with federal, government, and defense projects.
  • Must be willing and able to travel nationally for the majority of the role.
  • Previous construction Superintendent or comparable field leadership experience required.
  • Ability to independently manage day-to-day construction site operations and subcontractor activities.
  • Flexibility to work first, second, or overnight shifts based on project requirements.
  • Federal or government contracting experience is strongly preferred.
  • Previous experience supervising federal construction projects is particularly desirable for candidates seeking the top end of the compensation range.
  • Strong communication, organization, scheduling, and field coordination skills.

    *Apply online today and your resume will be considered within 48 hours of application*

What's on Offer

  • Competitive compensation: Base salary up to $125k, with the top end targeted toward candidates bringing strong federal contracting experience.
  • Unique schedules: Select Texas projects operate on four 10-hour days, creating opportunities for longer weekends and improved flexibility while traveling.
  • Diverse national portfolio: Gain experience across federal, government, defense, and specialized construction projects throughout the country, with individual projects reaching approximately $40M.
  • Excellent benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, vacation, and sick time.
  • Employee ownership and stability: Join an established, employee-owned organization with more than four decades in business, a strong government-sector track record, and opportunities to build a long-term career.
Contact
Jihad Edmond
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7117654

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Site Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Springfield
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jihad Edmond
Job Reference
JN-102026-7117654
 

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