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Actalent Traveling Construction Superintendent in Shakopee, Minnesota
Job Title: Traveling Construction SuperintendentJob Description
The Traveling Field Superintendent plays a critical role in driving safety, quality, and efficiency across nationwide retail construction projects. This individual is a key member of the field leadership team and is responsible for overseeing project execution, managing subcontractors, and ensuring crews operate at a high level of performance. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong field presence, real-time problem solving, and close collaboration with Project Managers and client stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. Extensive travel is required, and overnight project support will be expected based on project needs.
Responsibilities
Oversee project execution and ensure quality and safety standards are met.
Manage subcontractors and coordinate their efforts on site.
Ensure high performance of crews through effective supervision.
Collaborate closely with Project Managers and client stakeholders.
Solve problems in real-time and make decisions in the field.
Conduct client takeoffs and engage professionally with stakeholders.
Plan, order, and execute projects based on detailed scopes of work.
Essential Skills
5+ years of experience in retail construction.
3+ years of supervisory or project management experience with completed projects.
Strong knowledge of construction methods, standards, and best practices.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction documents.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project coordination tools.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience performing client takeoffs.
Highly self-motivated with strong problem-solving and prioritization skills.
Strong organizational, leadership, and presentation skills.
Some carpentry experience and willingness to assist with installations as needed.
Willingness to support overnight work (remote or onsite) depending on project needs.
Work Environment
This position requires anywhere from 25 - 75% travel per month, depending on ongoing projects at the time. The role demands flexibility in working remotely or onsite, with a focus on maintaining a high standard of quality and safety in diverse environments.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Shakopee, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $120000.00/yr.
- Annual performance-based bonus potential - 401(k) with company match (immediately vested) - Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability - Competitive vacation and paid time-off policy
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Shakopee,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.