Traveling Project Superintendent – Ground-Up National Retail

Colorado West Construction

Travel Required | Western U.S. (including but not limited to UT, NV, CA, AZ) | Murrieta, CA HQ

Position Overview

Colorado West Construction is a full-service general contractor specializing in large-format, ground-up national retail construction, commercial site development, structural steel projects, and corporate brand-driven builds across the Western United States.

We are seeking a highly experienced Project Superintendent to lead large-format, ground-up national retail projects throughout the Western region (including but not limited to UT, NV, CA, AZ).

This role requires proven experience delivering corporate-driven retail builds with hard opening dates, strict brand standards, and high-volume vendor coordination. Experience with Target national big-box retail clients is strongly preferred.

The Superintendent will serve as the on-site leader responsible for schedule management and execution, subcontractor management, inspection coordination, and successful turnover aligned with national client milestones.

This is a traveling position and requires a Superintendent who thrives in fast-paced, schedule-sensitive environments.

Key Responsibilities

Ground-Up Retail Execution

• Lead full site development from mobilization through turnover on 100,000 SF retail projects
• Drive milestone-based schedules aligned with fixed opening dates
• Maintain and actively manage the master schedule and two-week look-ahead plans, with all scheduling tracked and updated in Procore.
• Coordinate structural steel, MEP, refrigeration, and long-lead procurement sequencing
• Ensure high-quality finishes consistent with national brand standards

Corporate & Vendor Coordination

• Act as primary field liaison with Owner representatives and design consultants
• Participate in weekly OAC (Owner/Architect/Contractor) meetings
• Coordinate specialty retail vendors, fixture installers, refrigeration contractors, and merchandising team.
• Manage pre-punch processes in Procore and lead corporate deficiency walks to ensure timely project turnover.

Schedule & Documentation Discipline

• Maintain daily logs in Procore (manpower, inspections, deliveries, weather, photos)
• Track RFIs, submittals, and change events
• Identify schedule impacts and proactively implement recovery strategies
• Ensure documentation meets corporate reporting expectations

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce Cal OSHA and regional safety requirements (UT/NV/AZ compliance familiarity preferred)
• Conduct and document weekly safety meetings in Procore.
• Maintain clean, organized jobsite reflective of national retail expectations

Required Experience

• 5-10 years as Lead Superintendent on ground-up commercial projects 100,000 SF or more. Experience with Target national big-box retail clients is strongly preferred.
• Tilt up construction experience
• Demonstrated experience delivering large-format national retail builds with fixed opening dates. Experience with Target national big-box retail clients is strongly preferred.
• Experience coordinating corporate-level client representatives
• Strong understanding of retail sequencing and turnover requirements
• Proven success managing high-activity job sites with multiple trades and vendors
• Procore and Microsoft Project scheduling software proficiency required
• Valid driver's license
• Willingness to travel 100% within, but not limited to, UT, NV, CA, AZ
• Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 40 pounds.
• Physical stamina and the ability to work in outdoor environments.
• Ability to lift, bend, kneel and stand for extended periods

Required Documentation for Consideration

To be considered, candidates must provide:

• A detailed project list of ground-up retail projects personally led
• Project size, value, and completion dates
• Owner or corporate client references for national retail projects
• Successful candidate must be willing to undergo background check post-offer.

Verification of large-format national retail experience will be required prior to offer. Experience with Target national big-box retail clients is strongly preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

Job Type: Full-time

Annual Salary: *$100k - $150k *Competitive base salary based on verified experience

Allowances: Per Diem (where applicable), Fuel Card

Travel: 100% travel required | Western U.S. (including but not limited to UT, NV, CA, AZ) | Murrieta, CA HQ

Schedule: Mon-Fri

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Employer match, Supplemental Health, Paid Holidays, Vacation, CA Sick Time

Check out our website to learn more about us at www.cwc.la

This job description provides a general overview of the duties and responsibilities typically associated with the role of a Project Superintendent. Specific duties and requirements may vary depending on the company and its unique operational needs.