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CDO Group, Inc
Traveling Construction Superintendent
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What they do
A Construction Superintendent runs day-to-day operations on a construction site and controls the short-term schedule on the site. Also performs important quality control and coordinates subcontractors. Often works in cooperation with construction project manager.
$104,554 / year median in Wisconsin
+10% projected growth
Job Description
CDO GROUP
Provides General Contracting services for Multi-Unit Retail Centers, Quick Service Restaurants, Fitness Centers, Etc.About CDO:
Formed in 1998 by a group of client-side development professionals in an effort to address the changing and often unpredictable development schedules facing retail companies. CDO Group has quickly grown into one of the top firms servicing the multi-unit retail industry with thousands of successfully executed projects nationwide. We are searching for an experienced multi-site retail Construction Superintendent. We specialize in Restaurant and Retail, new construction and remodel programs for our national clients. Duties and Responsibilities- 5+ years as Superintendent in retail/restaurant construction
- Multi-site / national rollout experience
- Strong plans reading & layout (MEP/FP familiarity)
- Build/maintain 2-week lookahead & daily plans; track milestones/critical path
- Coordinate subs, manpower & sequencing; enforce schedule
- Owner-vendor coordination & site readiness (deliveries, access, install)Maintain redlines/as-builts and updates
- Daily JSAs, safety orientations; weekly toolbox talks & safety inspections
- Plan & coordinate AHJ/municipal inspections; manage third-party testing
- Maintain safe, organized job site; OSHA knowledge & enforcement
- Daily reports with minimum 15 photos submitted EOD
- Verify deliveries vs BOL; log & communicate; retain O&M manuals
- Track & correct deficiencies; enforce QC standards
- Develop RFIs/clarifications as needed
- Daily comms with PM & Coordinator; lead weekly sub/owner meetings; team mtgs
- Vendor/sub relationships; conflict resolution; customer relations
- Email responsiveness & follow-up discipline
- No extra work without approved change order; escalate appropriately
- Proficiency with MS Office/Excel; PM/photo tools
- Willing to travel/overnight as needed
- Able to work extended hours/nights as required
- Meets physical requirements (stand/lift/climb ladders)
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. Knowledge, Experience and Special Skills Required
- A minimum of at least five (5) years of experience in managing Restaurant and Retail construction projects. Tenant Improvement and Ground ups.
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel and Microsoft Project
- Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks projects and demands
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- Passionate and dedicated to high-quality work
- Trustworthy, self-motivated and independent worker, with team-orientation
- Drug screening and background check required Compensation & Benefits This is a full-time position and a competitive salary will be offered that is commensurate with the Ideal Candidate's experience.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$105,000.00- $135,000.