TRAVELING AVIATION SUPERINTENDENT

National Travel

Base Salary: $170,000–$210,000 + $4,000–$6,000 Monthly Per Diem

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Traveling Aviation Superintendent to oversee large-scale aviation construction projects across the United States. This individual will lead onsite field operations, coordinate subcontractors, manage schedules, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in airport construction, including terminal expansions, concourse renovations, airside improvements, and other complex aviation projects. This role requires national travel and the ability to manage active construction sites in operational airport environments.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily field operations for aviation construction projects nationwide.

Manage and coordinate subcontractors, field personnel, suppliers, and other project stakeholders.

Develop, maintain, and execute project schedules to meet critical milestones.

Enforce jobsite safety standards, quality control procedures, and project specifications.

Coordinate construction activities within active airport environments while minimizing disruptions to ongoing operations.

Work closely with Project Managers, engineers, architects, and airport authorities to resolve field issues.

Review construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, and submittals to ensure accurate execution.

Monitor labor productivity, material deliveries, equipment needs, and subcontractor performance.

Lead onsite meetings, communicate progress, and proactively address schedule delays or construction challenges.

Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, airport regulations, security requirements, and project-specific standards.

Oversee inspections, punch lists, commissioning coordination, and project closeout activities.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience as a Superintendent with a commercial general contractor.

Demonstrated experience managing aviation or airport construction projects.

Experience with large-scale, complex projects involving multiple subcontractors and phased construction.

Knowledge of construction scheduling, safety management, quality control, and field coordination.

Experience working in active airport environments is strongly preferred.

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project schedules.

Willingness and ability to travel nationally and remain onsite for the duration of assigned projects.

Compensation & Travel

Base Salary: $170,000–$210,000, depending on experience.

Per Diem: $4,000–$6,000 per month in addition to base salary.

Travel: National travel to assigned aviation construction projects.

Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile aviation projects with an established national general contractor.