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Traveling Superintendent - Retail Buildouts in Chicago

Date Posted: 21 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

A national general contractor is looking for a Traveling Superintendent to run retail tenant improvements and shell buildouts for well-known brands. Projects move fast, usually 8 to 16 weeks, so you'll always have the next store lined up.

What You'll Do

  • Run retail tenant improvements, remodels and ground-up shell buildouts
  • Hire and manage local subcontractors in each new market
  • Handle permits, inspections, landlord coordination and daily reporting
  • Keep work safe, on budget and on schedule
  • Coordinate fixture installs, IT and owner vendors before turnover
  • Complete punch lists and closeout on time

What You Bring

  • Superintendent experience on retail or commercial interior buildouts (required)
  • Comfort finding and managing local trades in new markets
  • Willingness to travel full time
  • Strong computer skills for scheduling and reporting
  • OSHA 30 (a plus)

What We Offer

Salary range of $100,000–$140,000, plus per diem, travel allowances and benefits, and a steady pipeline of projects.

Let's Talk

Advance your career in construction. Apply today and send your resume to Jenn LaQua, your construction recruiter at GPAC.

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.

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