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Traveling Superintendent - VA/Healthcare Projects

Michael Page Chicago, IL (Onsite) Full-Time
$130,000 - $175,000/Year
This role is for a true 'field leader' who can run healthcare and VA projects from mobilization through turnover-owning schedule, safety, subcontractor performance, and quality outcomes in highly regulated, frequently occupied facilities. You'll be the onsite authority, coordinating phasing, ICRA/ILSM requirements, infection control expectations, and stakeholder communication.

Client Details

We are a national builder focused on complex, mission-critical healthcare environments-delivering work where safety, patient continuity, and quality cannot be compromised. Our teams specialize in operating hospital and VA settings, with a strong track record of executing phased renovations, infrastructure upgrades, and additions while maintaining uninterrupted facility operations. If you thrive in high-standards environments and want consistent nationwide project flow, this is built for you.

Description

  • Lead day-to-day onsite execution for VA/hospital projects (renovations, additions, MEP/infrastructure upgrades, clinical build-outs).
  • Drive schedule adherence, manpower planning, logistics, and phased sequencing in occupied environments.
  • Coordinate and enforce ICRA / ILSM measures, containment plans, dust control, noise control, and shutdown protocols.
  • Manage subcontractors and self-perform teams (if applicable): daily planning, QA/QC, production tracking, and rework prevention.
  • Own field coordination for RFIs, submittals, inspections, testing, and punchlist closeout.
  • Maintain rigorous documentation: daily reports, lookaheads, progress photos, safety and quality logs.
  • Partner closely with the PM team on cost awareness, change events, procurement coordination, and client communication.
  • Champion jobsite safety culture and compliance (OSHA, site-specific requirements, facility standards).
  • Lead turnover activities: commissioning coordination support, closeout documentation, training, and final acceptance.

Profile

  • 7+ years of Superintendent experience on healthcare and/or VA construction projects (GC or CM).
  • Strong experience in occupied renovation, phasing, infection control, and stakeholder-driven environments.
  • Working knowledge of ICRA, ILSM, and healthcare-specific compliance expectations (survey readiness mindset).
  • Ability to travel nationwide extensively and lead from the front in fast-moving conditions.
  • Proficiency with project tech (Procore/PlanGrid/Bluebeam or similar) and strong documentation discipline.
  • OSHA 30 preferred (or willingness to obtain quickly).
  • Demonstrated leadership: holds teams accountable, communicates clearly, and builds trust with clients and trade partners.

Job Offer

  • Per diem (housing + meals) and paid travel (flights/mileage)
  • Vehicle/truck allowance or company vehicle + fuel support
  • Competitive healthcare benefits (medical/dental/vision)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • PTO + paid holidays
  • Performance bonus eligibility
  • Steady national pipeline and clear growth path (Sr. Super / General Superintendent opportunities)

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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Salary Details

This salary was provided in the Job Posting.
$130,000-$175,000
Yearly Salary

Job Snapshot

Employee Type

Full-Time

Location

Chicago, IL (Onsite)

Job Type

Construction

Experience

Not Specified

Date Posted

05/12/2026

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