General Superintendent – Structural Steel Construction (Traveling)
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced General Superintendent to oversee field operations on structural steel construction projects across the United States. This role serves as the primary on-site leader, coordinating with clients, erection crews, subcontractors, and project teams to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards.
This is a 100% travel position requiring extended stays at project sites nationwide. We are a non-union structural steel contractor seeking a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering exceptional results.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for project coordination, scheduling, and client meetings.
- Lead and oversee all structural steel erection activities while coordinating with erection crews, subcontractors, clients, and other trades.
- Partner with Project Managers to communicate project progress, milestones, manpower needs, and jobsite issues.
- Coordinate material deliveries and maintain accurate delivery logs.
- Prepare daily reports and monitor project schedules, productivity, and manpower.
- Document and manage field change notices (FCNs), fabrication issues, detailing discrepancies, and erection challenges.
- Coordinate design revisions, field modifications, and change orders.
- Promote a strong safety culture while ensuring compliance with OSHA and AISC standards.
- Maintain a visible field presence and build positive working relationships with owners, contractors, and field personnel.
Qualifications
- 6+ years of experience in structural steel fabrication, erection, or field supervision.
- Previous experience as a Superintendent, General Superintendent, or Site Manager on structural steel construction projects.
- Strong understanding of structural steel erection methods, sequencing, and field operations.
- Working knowledge of AISC standards and OSHA safety regulations.
- Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Bluebeam, Procore, or other construction management software is a plus.
- Willingness to travel nationwide and remain on project sites for extended periods.
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as project demands require.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Daily per diem
- Vehicle allowance
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- HSA with employer contributions
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Critical illness plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid vacation and holidays
- 401(k) with employer match
- Long-term career growth with a leading non-union structural steel contractor
Send resume to mitchell.guerrieri@gogpac.com for more information
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
