Traveling Retail Construction Superintendent

If you're ready to lead complex, fast-paced projects across the country and accelerate your career in construction leadership, this role puts you in the driver's seat.

At Powerhouse, our Traveling Superintendents don't just manage job sites, they own project execution from start to finish while building the experience that shapes future leaders.

What You'll Experience

You won't be stuck in one place or one type of project. This role is built for individuals who want variety, responsibility, and real growth.

Travel nationwide, spending extended time (10-14 weeks) leading projects in different markets

Take ownership of high-visibility retail and commercial renovations

Gain hands-on leadership experience early in your career

Be supported by a team that understands the demands of the field

What You'll Do

You will lead the full lifecycle of construction projects, ensuring execution, safety, and quality standards are met at every phase.

Manage day-to-day job site operations from mobilization through completion

Interpret project manuals, drawings, and specifications to drive execution

Coordinate subcontractors, schedules, and site logistics to meet deadlines

Identify risks, adjust plans, and implement solutions to maintain progress

Ensure all work aligns with design intent while adapting to field conditions

Lead RFIs, inspections, and permitting processes through project closeout

Maintain accurate daily reporting, including progress updates and photos

Oversee final project completion and client handoff

This role includes approximately 20% hands-on work to support project execution as needed.

Leadership Responsibilities

Direct field staff and subcontractors to ensure productivity and accountability

Maintain project schedules and proactively address delays

Enforce safety standards and lead weekly toolbox talks

Inspect work to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance

What You Bring

3+ years in a supervisory role within construction

5+ years of experience in a relevant trade or field environment

Strong understanding of commercial or retail construction processes

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and project specifications

Experience with project management tools (Procore, PlanGrid, Autodesk Build preferred)

Willingness to travel extensively and work nights/weekends as required

Ability to pass MVR, background check, and drug screening

Travel & Work Expectations

Travel assignments typically range from 10-14 weeks at a time

Air travel is required

Paid trips home are provided during extended assignments

Compensation

Salary up to $104,000 , based on experience and overall fit, plus per diem and travel-related benefits.

Why Powerhouse

Keep your airline miles and hotel rewards

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA)

Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability

401(k) with company participation

Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays

The Opportunity

This is a role for individuals who want more than incremental growth. You will gain the experience, exposure, and responsibility that prepares you for long-term leadership in construction.

If you're ready to take ownership, travel the country, and build projects that make an impact, we'd like to connect.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

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