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Traveling Superintendent - Industrial Construction

Michael Page
Nashville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2026
  • Opportunity to work on high‑visibility, technically challenging projects
  • Join a company with 100 years of proven performance

About Our Client

Our client is a nationally recognized general contractor with more than 100 years of experience delivering major industrial, manufacturing, logistics/distribution, power, advanced facilities, and commercial projects across North America. They operate multiple regional offices, employ hundreds of construction professionals, and are known industry‑wide for safe work environments, project excellence, and strong long‑term client partnerships.

This firm delivers projects in markets including logistics & distribution, manufacturing, power, gas infrastructure, retail, healthcare, advanced facilities, and cold storage-with a track record of executing highly technical work with precision and consistency.

Job Description

  • Lead onsite construction operations for industrial/commercial projects from mobilization through closeout.
  • Manage subcontractors, workflow sequencing, equipment, and daily production goals.
  • Ensure strict adherence to safety standards, including job hazard planning, daily task safety reviews, and OSHA compliance.
  • Oversee site logistics, including crane planning, laydown areas, material control, and crew coordination.
  • Interpret drawings, specifications, RFIs, and technical details to guide accurate field installation.
  • Conduct subcontractor meetings, oversee QC inspections, track progress, and maintain daily documentation.
  • Work closely with the Project Manager on schedule updates, cost impacts, manpower forecasts, and problem resolution.
  • Support startup, commissioning, and turnover processes as required.
  • Travel frequently to project sites nationwide, with multi‑week rotations typical.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • 7 years of field leadership experience in industrial, manufacturing, logistics/distribution, power, or large commercial construction.
  • Strong knowledge of equipment‑heavy, fast‑paced project environments with complex safety and logistics requirements.
  • Excellent skills in subcontractor coordination, scheduling, field sequencing, and conflict resolution.
  • Ability to interpret drawings, structural details, and engineering documentation with confidence.
  • Strong communication skills-able to lead crews, collaborate with management, and interface with owners.
  • A proactive, detail‑oriented leadership style with a focus on quality, safety, and productivity.
  • Willingness to travel nationwide for extended durations.
  • Experience with industrial self‑perform or EPC‑style work (preferred).

What's on Offer

  • Base Salary: $140k - $182k
  • Bonus Opportunities
  • PTO
  • 401k Match
  • Gas Card
  • Truck Allowance: $700/Month
  • Per Diem: $4000/ Month
  • Lodging
  • Food Allowance
  • Company Phone
  • Company Laptop

Contact: Henry Kemper

Quote job ref: JN-032026-6973030

Salary : $140,000 - $182,000

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