Traveling Superintendent (Long Beach)

Company : Vaco

Location : Long Beach, CA, 90802

Posted Date : 14 October 2025

Job Type : Full Time, Contractor

Category : Management

Occupation : Superintendent

Job Details

Job Title: Traveling Superintendent - Commercial Construction / Retail & Restaurant Projects
Location: Primarily traveling within CA, WA, OR, ID, AZ, CO, NV ; 1 day/week in Long Beach, CA
Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $100,000-$120,000/year + travel reimbursements and phone stipend
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Traveling Superintendent to oversee retail and restaurant construction projects . This role is 90% travel , managing multiple sites across the Western U.S., while maintaining a strong presence onsite for project oversight, safety, and quality. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and field teams.
Key Responsibilities:

Provide on-site leadership for construction activities, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and schedule standards
Oversee and coordinate subcontractors, service techs, and vendors (HVAC, electrical, etc.) across multiple job sites
Communicate professionally with clients, architects, vendors, and project stakeholders
Develop and maintain 3-week look-ahead schedules and coordinate with trade partners
Interpret and enforce compliance with construction plans, specifications, and contracts
Manage submittals, RFI responses, inspections, and quality control efforts
Document daily logs, progress photos, and project reports
Attend weekly project and subcontractor meetings
Prepare and submit progress reports, change orders, and punch lists
Partner with Project Management for structured project close-out
Implement best practices to enhance project delivery and team efficiency

Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years of experience as a Superintendent managing commercial or retail construction projects , preferably in restaurant or retail spaces
Experience managing multiple projects and teams in a fast-paced environment
Strong leadership, multitasking, and time management skills
Excellent communication and relationship management abilities
Proficiency with construction management software (Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam)
Knowledge of construction safety regulations and best practices
Willingness to travel extensively across multiple states, including weekends as required