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Senior Superintendent (Traveler)

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc., Saint Louis, MO, United States


McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

is America's premier,

100% employee-owned

commercial construction company with offices nationwide. We specialize in a wide range of project types across diverse communities.

Position Summary The Senior Superintendent – Traveler is a critical field leadership position and foundational to our projects’ success and safety. The Senior Superintendent will oversee construction in the field, provide leadership to field foremen, and ensure successful completion of trade work for jobs throughout the Midwest. The Senior Superintendent will work closely with the Project Manager to ensure timely and quality completion of the construction process.

Location and Travel

This is a full‑time, site‑based position that requires extensive travel to locations spanning the Central Region. Travel subsistence and additional incentives are provided per company guidelines.

Responsibilities

Assist Estimating in bidding opportunities and Preconstruction services

Assist Project Manager and leadership in development of Chart of Accounts

Assist in development of detailed CPM Schedule

Assist in development of Detailed Scope of Work

Develop a project site logistics plan

Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents

Manage McCarthy's labor force to achieve optimum performance

Review and understand material budgets and negotiate purchase orders

Review and understand equipment budgets and negotiate rental rates

Monitor project costs and identify areas for improvement

Provide leadership in quality process

Provide leadership in safety and accident prevention programs

Document daily construction activities

Chair weekly subcontractor coordination meetings

Issue and maintain short‑term schedules

Assist Project Engineers in Shop Drawing and Submittal process

Verify that As‑Built drawings are kept current

Qualifications

10+ Years of Construction experience

Experience with Commercial, Industrial, Mission Critical, and/or Healthcare projects (hospitals, laboratories, data centers, and other large projects)

Experience leading large projects in excess of $100M

Previous experience directing and coordinating trades

Knowledge of construction principles/practices

Previous experience working with Project Management team including successful completion of project

Ability to travel throughout the Midwest Region required

Compensation Pay Range: $150,000 - $170,000

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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