Essel Skilled Trades

Traveling Superintendent Retail & Commercial (West Coast)

Essel Skilled Trades  •  Portland, OR (Onsite)  •  5 months ago
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Job Description

Construction Superintendent | High-Impact Retail Projects | Western U.S. Travel

Are you someone who lives and breathes construction — especially in fast-paced retail environments? Can you lead teams confidently, coordinate subcontractors, and drive results without compromising quality, compliance, or schedule? If that sounds like you, this opportunity may be exactly what you’ve been looking for.

A leading general contractor operating throughout California and the western U.S. is hiring an experienced Construction Superintendent to run high-profile commercial projects, from new builds to complex remodels. This is your chance to join a tight-knit, results-driven team known for delivering on time, on budget, and with pride.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Superintendent, you’ll be responsible for the overall execution of site operations. This includes coordinating subcontractors, managing schedules, and ensuring work meets all safety and quality standards. You’ll work closely with clients, inspectors, and internal teams, using platforms like ProCore to track progress, document key updates, and manage communication.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading daily jobsite activity with a sharp focus on safety, compliance, and execution
  • Conducting site walks, reviewing plans regularly, and proactively identifying any issues
  • Facilitating site meetings with subcontractors, clients, and inspection teams
  • Using construction software to submit RFIs, track changes, and log daily reports
  • Holding trade partners accountable for quality and schedule adherence
  • Ensuring clean, professional project closeouts with minimal loose ends

What Success Looks Like

You’ll be trusted to take control of active jobs, large or small, and push them forward without missing a beat. Whether managing a new build or stepping into a live remodel, your leadership will drive progress, build trust with clients, and ensure safe, timely completion.

Those who thrive in this role demonstrate attention to detail, strong decision-making under pressure, and the ability to lead diverse field teams with calm confidence. You’ll be expected to run multi-million-dollar projects while juggling field logistics, client expectations, and documentation with minimal supervision.

This is a high-responsibility role built for a construction professional who brings both field expertise and leadership maturity. If you know how to take a jobsite and make it hum, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply now to explore the next step in your construction leadership career.

Requirements

What Makes You a Fit

  • 7+ years of experience as a Superintendent or field leader in commercial construction
  • Experience in retail, QSR, fuel stations, hospitality, or open-store remodels
  • Skilled in reading construction documents and navigating complex builds
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and project management platforms (ProCore preferred)
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the Western U.S.
  • OSHA 30 (preferably), CPR certification, and a history of safe jobsite practices

Benefits

  • Annual performance-based bonuses
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance + gas card
  • Laptop, cell phone, and mobile internet included
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
Essel Skilled Trades

About Essel Skilled Trades

ESSEL Inc. connects Skilled Trades, Emergency Response & Environmental talent with top companies & projects that need them.

From Project Based to Corporate positions - we understand the requirements and expectations of companies that need to hire personnel that Get Things Done.

Workforce Augmentation: For the AEC & Emergency Response sectors - we make sure you have the workforce to execute on your project.

Whether it be high volume environmental technicians or subject matter experts - we have the resources to provide the workforce that will help your project flourish.

Environmental Compliance - for any AEC or Emergency Response project - we help guide the environmental compliance process from either providing the experts or owning the outcome from sampling through clearances. Our environmental teams are experienced with all facets of environmental compliance nationwide.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Oakland, California
Year Founded
2001
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