Traveling Superintendent

Valiant Construction•Murfreesboro, TN

23h•Onsite

About The Position

VALIANT Construction LLC is seeking an experienced Traveling Superintendent to serve as the senior management representative, overseeing daily construction activities for U.S. Federal Government Healthcare Construction Projects ranging from $10M to $50M. This role requires a proactive and detailed professional with hands-on experience in construction management, site safety, and quality assurance. The ideal candidate will have experience with project planning and implementation, ensure compliance with safety standards, and maintain high-quality workmanship throughout the project life cycle. The Superintendent will work closely with government officials, subcontractors, and internal teams to drive project success.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Minimum five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in construction supervision, with at least three (3) years managing federal projects under USACE, NAVFAC, VA, GSA, or similar
Ability to pass a federal background check and obtain necessary clearances/badging for secure government sites

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
Up-to-date certifications preferred; OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR, EM 385-1-1

Responsibilities

Lead, Manage, and Hold Accountable (LMA) field team(s) – direct reports, subcontractors, and labor crews, ensuring work aligns with federal contract requirements and specifications
Effectively conduct and manage project coordination meetings (internal & external)
Ensure quality control compliance
Monitor all on-site activity, enforce compliance with Davis-Bacon wage requirements, and resolve issues impacting progress
Serve as the primary site contract for the Owner’s Representative, Contracting Officer, and on-site government inspectors
Prepare and update three (3) week lookaheads, coordinating with subcontractors to ensure alignment with project milestones
Ensure proper jobsite setup
Track progress daily against the baseline schedule, enforce milestone deadlines and proactively report deviations to the Project Manager
Schedule labor, equipment, and materials while ensuring compliance with federal security and site access regulations
Assist in preparing and submitting change orders per FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) and ensure modifications are properly documented
Monitor daily subcontractor activities, ensuring site access is coordinated and controlled per federal security requirements
Communicate and coordinate with Project Manager, CORs, Subcontractors, architects, engineers, and clients (i.e., Government, etc.)
Implement and uphold EM 385-1-1, OSHA, and project-specific safety plans by government standards
Lead daily toolbox talks, weekly safety meetings, and hazard analyses to mitigate risk
Enforce federal background checks and badging requirements, ensuring proper access control to restricted areas
Keep a record of all Accident Prevention Plans (APPs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA), and safety audits
Oversee maintenance, inspections, and proper tracking of all company and rented tools to meet federal compliance
Develop, track, and close out the pre-final and final punch list in compliance with contract closeout requirements
Update and manage as-built drawings, ensuring accuracy for final government submittals
Work with Project Manager(s) to verify certified payroll, daily field reports, and compliance with Davis-Bacon wage requirements
Provide progress narratives, work-in-place tracking, and payment application support for government invoicing
Complete accurate, timely daily reports and photos in Procore