Permanent

Traveling Superintendent (Steel) - Cedar Rapids, IA

Posted on 16 July 26 by Chance Smith

  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa
  • $95000 - $120000 per Year
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Job Description

Position Overview

The Superintendent is a key field leader responsible for overseeing all on-site construction activities, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence, leading the Basic Installation Unit (BIU) assigned. In this capacity, you will manage day-to-day site execution, direct and coordinate subcontractors, and provide operational oversight across manpower, equipment, and readiness. You will act as the primary on-site liaison between the project team, subcontractors, and stakeholders, while also maintaining situational awareness and reporting BIU readiness to leadership.
 

Field & Site Management

  • Supervise all field activities on the jobsite, including structure, personnel, finishes, and site work.
  • Lead daily site meetings with subcontractors, field teams, and BIU members to align work plans.
  • Inspect work in progress to ensure compliance with contract documents, specifications, and safety standards
  • Verify delivery, staging, and storage of materials and equipment in coordination with logistics.
  • Maintain and update the project schedule with input from the Project Manager and BIU leadership.
  • Direct the operational execution of your assigned BIU, ensuring alignment with project schedules and manpower laydowns
  • Maintain visibility of BIU readiness, including personnel, equipment, and training requirements.
  • Forecast manpower, material, and operational needs to ensure readiness and on-time delivery.
  • Facilitate coordination between BIU teams, logistics, safety, estimating, and quality assurance.
  • Prepare and deliver BIU operational briefings to senior leadership, covering metrics, status updates, and emerging issues
  • Respond to operational disruptions, initiate contingency plans, and oversee recovery efforts.
  • Monitor communication flow across all active BIU teams, ensuring timely updates and shift transitions

Safety & Quality Enforcement

  • Enforce all OSHA safety standards, policies, and procedures
  • Conduct daily safety meetings and ensure team members use proper PPE
  • Participate in safety audits, report incidents, and coordinate corrective actions
  • Conduct regular inspections to verify workmanship meets quality standards
  • Coordinate inspections with local authorities and third-party inspectors

Progress Tracking & Reporting

  • Maintain thorough documentation, including daily logs, RFIs, photos, and field reports.
  • Track and report operational status, safety observations, and BIU readiness metrics.
  • Assist with punch list completion and project closeout

Workforce Development

  • Mentor and develop foremen, solution team leaders, and other field personnel within your BIU.
  • Support training initiatives, readiness programs, and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

 

Expected Working Hours

  • Standard hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday (EST).
  • Overtime and weekend work may be required based on project needs.
  • Hours are subject to change depending on project demands

Preferred Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience as a Superintendent or similar role in commercial or mission-critical construction.
  • Strong knowledge of construction processes, codes, and OSHA safety requirements.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple subcontractors and phases of work simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in project management software, scheduling tools, and MS Office Suite.

 

Job Details:

  • Pay: TBD based of candidate experience and knowledge 
  • Job Type: Full-Time, weekly pay, every Friday
  • Shift/Schedule: Day, M-F
  • Work Location: In-Person
  • Ability to commute/relocate: Cedar Rapids, IA 52228 Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
  • Benefits: PTO, Long-Term Disability insurance fully paid for by company, optional enrollment in company’s Medical, Dental and Vision insurance plans

Job Information

Rate / Salary

$95000 - $120000 per Year

Sector

Construction

Category

Not Specified

Skills / Experience

Shell & Core, Interiors, Floors, Ceilings, Hot & Cold Containment, Steel Framing

Benefits

Per Diem and Traveling Allowances + Full Benefits

Our Reference

JOB-36861

Job Location