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Traveling Superintendent - Commercial Construction

RWE Design Build
Downers Grove, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/15/2026
RWE Design Build is looking for an experienced TRAVELING SUPERINTENDENT to lead our construction projects located throughout the U.S. This position requires the candidate to lead construction efforts and monitor the progression of schedules with frequent onsite check-ins at our headquarters in Downers Grove, IL.

  • Become familiar with and understand plans, specifications, site, local codes, local officials and inspection procedures
  • Coordinate and maintain construction schedules to ensure projects are being completed according to drawings and specs
  • Ensures quality standards are being met throughout the project
  • Conduct meetings with subcontractor representatives of the project on a daily and/or weekly basis to schedule and coordinate construction activities
  • Ensure materials are delivered to construction sites according to construction schedules
  • Work with owners, owner’s reps, architects and subcontractors to resolve any conflicts that may arise and communicate any such conflicts immediately to the Project Manager
  • Maintain daily logs, progress photographs and weekly reports
  • Complete and submit all paperwork as required
  • Attend job meetings and/or any other meetings as may be required for the successful and timely completion of the project(s)
  • Schedule and attend all required inspections
  • Compile and schedule punch list items for completion as well as coordinate project closeouts

Requirements

  • 5 years of experience as a TRAVELING SUPERINTENDENT
  • MUST HAVE 5 YRS OF GROUND UP EXPERIENCE
  • OSHA 30 Certified
  • Experience with Procore
  • Must have reliable personal transportation; mileage reimbursement provided in accordance with company policy.
  • Must currently create an initial schedule for the project and review weekly with sub-contractors, PMs, and all Stakeholders
  • Must possess strong technical, communication and computer skills, including competency with MS Outlook, Excel, Word, and document management systems
  • Knowledge of safety procedures, regulations and codes
  • Local and National travel is required for this position
  • An ideal candidate will have experience in one or more of the following areas: ground-up construction, additions, interior remodels, design build, carpentry
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Benefits

  • Health/Dental/Vision insurance
  • 401k with company match
  • Short-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • PTO

Recruiter/Agency Policy

RWE Design Build is not accepting submissions from outside recruiters or staffing agencies for this position. Any unsolicited resumes sent to RWE Design Build or its employees will be considered the property of RWE Design Build, and no placement fees will be paid.

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