Traveling Commercial Construction Superintendent

TRICO Companies, LLC is seeking a full time Traveling Commercial Construction Superintendent to join our team.

About TRICO

For over 45 years, TRICO has established itself as a trusted leader in the construction industry by delivering innovative, timely, and cost-effective solutions. Founded in 1979, we have built our reputation on our commitment to excellence, integrity, and customer satisfaction.

Our expertise spans industries such as food processing, industrial and manufacturing, medical, service and commercial construction. Whether it's a complex cold storage facility or a professional office building, we bring passion, perseverance, and unwavering focus to every project.

Join us and be part of a company that believes in empowering its people, fostering inclusive collaboration, and championing innovation.

What We Offer at TRICO

At TRICO, we believe in investing in our team members and offering a supportive, rewarding environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. Here's what you can expect when you join our team:

•    Competitive Compensation – We offer a pay structure that reflects your skills, experience, and contribution.

•    Comprehensive Healthcare – Enjoy free employee medical coverage, plus access to a full healthcare package that includes dental and vision coverage, company paid life insurance and long term disability, as well as options for voluntary life insurance, critical illness, and accident coverage.

•    Additional Support for Out-of-Pocket Healthcare Costs – We offer annual financial support to help offset medical expenses, with up to $2,000 available depending on your coverage level. Employees who waive medical coverage due to other insurance may also be eligible for up to $2,000 annually.

•    401(k) Retirement Plan – With up to 4% employer matching and immediate vesting to help you plan for your future.

•    Sick Pay & Paid Time Off (PTO) – A Sick Pay & PTO plan that ensures you can take time for yourself.

•    9 Paid Holidays – Celebrate and recharge with designated time off for holidays.

•    Annual Performance Bonus – Be rewarded for your entrepreneurial spirit, effectiveness, and contributions to success.

•    Training and Development – In house training from experts in our industry each month, as well as support for additional professional development to help you thrive in your career.

Position Summary

The Commercial Construction Superintendent (Superintendent) is responsible for leading safe, high quality, on time, and cost effective field execution of assigned building projects. Working closely with the Project Manager, this role manages daily onsite construction activities to ensure compliance with contract requirements, TRICO standards, and client expectations.

The Superintendent coordinates field operations from project start through completion, directing self perform and subcontracted work, maintaining production flow, and addressing issues that impact safety, schedule, quality, or cost. This role serves as TRICO's primary field representative and reports to the General Superintendent.

The Construction Superintendent leads Foremen and TRICO craft employees by setting expectations, reinforcing accountability, and supporting performance and development. This role is accountable for jobsite safety, quality control, schedule performance, workforce productivity, and coordination with subcontractors and project partners.

Through reliable execution and sound judgment, the Construction Superintendent contributes to strong project outcomes, effective field teams, and TRICO's long term success in support of TRICO's mission of Building Beyond the Building.

What You'll Do

Safety Leadership & Risk Management

•    Develop and enforce project specific safety plans, and build a strong safety culture across crews and subcontractors.

•    Oversee JHAs, orientations, inspections, and incident reporting, exercising stop work authority when needed.

Project Planning, Scheduling & Logistics

•    Develop and execute project schedules, sequencing, and logistics plans in partnership with the Project Manager.

•    Coordinate daily activities of crews, subcontractors, and equipment, and adjust plans to protect schedule and productivity.

Self-Perform Operations Oversight (Concrete, Carpentry & PEMB)

•    Lead all self-perform concrete, carpentry, and PEMB operations in accordance with contract documents and TRICO quality standards.

•    Provide technical direction to foremen and crews and coordinate self-perform work with subcontractors and other trades.

Quality Management

•    Set quality expectations and inspect work to verify compliance with plans, specifications, and TRICO standards.

•    Direct corrective actions, lead punch list completion, and support warranty and closeout activities.

Financial & Productivity Management

•    Own jobsite profitability by managing labor productivity, equipment utilization, and sequencing efficiency.

•    Track budgets, cost reports, labor hours, and production, and identify opportunities to reduce cost without sacrificing safety or quality.

Subcontractor & Supplier Management

•    Lead subcontractor coordination and assess performance, staffing, and compliance with contract requirements.

•    Coordinate material deliveries, equipment, and support the Project Manager on payment application review.

Crew Leadership & Development

•    Lead, train, and mentor foremen and craft employees, and support performance management and development.

•    Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and pride in workmanship.

Communication & Client Relations

•    Serve as TRICO's primary field representative, maintaining strong relationships with clients, owners, and project partners.

•    Keep a detailed daily project diary and support issue resolution through construction and warranty.

What We're Looking For

•    Proven leadership experience directing self perform crews and subcontractors on commercial or industrial construction projects.

•    Strong working knowledge of concrete, carpentry, and pre engineered metal building (PEMB) construction methods.

•    Demonstrated commitment to jobsite safety, including experience leading safety programs and holding crews and subcontractors accountable.

•    Solid understanding of scheduling, sequencing, and production planning for complex field operations.

•    Financial acumen with experience managing labor productivity, budgets, and cost reports.

•    Ability to lead teams through ambiguity, solve complex field challenges, and adapt to shifting project conditions.

•    Strong communication skills with clients, field teams, subcontractors, and executive leadership.

Basic Qualifications

•    Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Commercial Construction Superintendent.

•    Demonstrated experience overseeing self perform concrete, carpentry, and/or PEMB scopes.

•    Valid driver's license and ability to travel to jobsites as required.

•    Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and other construction technology and project management tools.

Preferred Qualifications

•    Experience using Autodesk Build, or equivalent, for project and field documentation.

•    Familiarity with Bid2Win / Track, or equivalent, for production tracking.

•    Familiarity/experience using Oracle Primavera Cloud (OPC), or equivalent, for project scheduling and controls.

•    Associate or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or a related field.

Work Environment / Physical Demand Requirements

•    Required to climb, walk, stand, bend, or stoop for extended periods of time.

•    Lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 100 lbs. with assistance.

•    Required to work in confined spaces and at extreme heights with proper safety equipment provided by TRICO.

•    Work outdoors in all weather conditions, with regular exposure to hazardous materials, noise, fumes, dirt, dust, and cold.

Location

This is a traveling field position supporting TRICO project sites. Assignment location will vary based on active project needs. New hire and trainings are based out of TRICO’s home office located in Burlington, Washington.  

Travel

This position requires regular and extended travel to jobsites in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, Arizona, or other states as project and client needs require. Extended stays away from home may be necessary depending on project location and duration.

Vehicle & Equipment

TRICO provides a company vehicle and fuel, along with the tools and resources needed to perform the role effectively.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $144,268 depending on experience and qualifications, plus a travel stipend of up to $2,500 per month.

TRICO Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.

TRICO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable laws.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsored visa support.

TRICO Companies, LLC is a drug free workplace. Employment may be contingent upon successfully completing a pre employment drug screening, as permitted by applicable law.