Traveling Superintendent - Hospitality

Job Title: Traveling Superintendent – Hospitality

Position Type: Full-time

Location: Various locations (Frequent travel required)

Reports To: Project Manager or Director of Operations

Salary: Competitive, with benefits

Job Overview:

The Traveling Superintendent in hospitality is responsible for overseeing construction, renovation, and maintenance projects at multiple hospitality properties. This role involves managing all on-site activities, including coordinating teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards, maintaining timelines, and ensuring the highest quality of work. The position requires substantial travel to various properties across different locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Oversight:
• Supervise and manage all aspects of construction, renovation, or maintenance projects at various hotel and resort locations.
• Work closely with project managers and owners to ensure the successful completion of projects.
• Ensure that all work complies with local building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, identify issues, and ensure corrective actions are taken when needed.
• Team Management:
• Lead and coordinate on-site construction teams, including contractors, subcontractors, and laborers.
• Schedule and assign daily tasks and priorities for all workers on-site.
• Provide direction, training, and motivation to on-site staff to ensure productivity and quality standards are met.
• Budget and Scheduling:
• Manage project budgets, ensuring costs are kept within the approved limits.
• Review and approve vendor invoices and ensure payments are made on time.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Identify potential project delays and create solutions to mitigate those delays.
• Quality Control and Inspections:
• Conduct regular inspections of the work site to ensure that all construction, renovation, or maintenance work is performed to the highest standards.
• Ensure all materials and finishes meet the specifications of the design and project requirements.
• Ensure proper documentation of all inspections and work completed.
• Communication:
• Serve as the main point of contact between the corporate office, project teams, contractors, and vendors.
• Provide regular updates to senior management regarding project status, including progress reports and budget updates.
• Handle any on-site issues, resolve conflicts, and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders.
• Safety Compliance:
• Ensure all safety protocols are being followed on-site.
• Conduct safety meetings and training for all staff on-site.
• Address any safety violations or hazards promptly.

Qualifications:

• Experience:
• Proven experience in construction management, project management, or a related field, with at least 5-10 years in the hospitality industry.
• Experience managing construction or renovation projects for hotels, resorts, or other large-scale hospitality properties.
• Education:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Skills:
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of construction codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and architectural plans.
• Proficient in project management software and tools (e.g., Procore, Microsoft Project).
• Certifications (Preferred but not required):
• OSHA certification.
• LEED certification (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design).
• Travel:
• Must be willing to travel extensively to various hospitality properties as required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
• Ability to lift and move materials, tools, or equipment as necessary.
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including outdoor work sites and different weather conditions.

Work Environment:

• This is a field-based role that requires travel to various construction or renovation sites across multiple locations.
• A typical workday involves long hours, physical labor, and interaction with a variety of stakeholders, including contractors, vendors, and internal teams.

Compensation:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Travel expenses, accommodation, and per diem allowance provided.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and other benefits.

The Traveling Superintendent is a key player in ensuring the successful development or maintenance of hospitality properties. This role requires a combination of construction expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.