Position Summary
Crystal Hospitality Group is seeking an experienced Traveling Superintendent to oversee hotel renovation projects throughout the United States. The Traveling Superintendent is responsible for managing daily on-site construction activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with company quality standards while minimizing disruption to hotel operations.
This position requires extensive travel and the ability to work independently while coordinating with project managers, subcontractors, hotel ownership, and brand representatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all daily field operations for assigned hotel renovation projects.
- Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
- Maintain project schedules and ensure milestones are achieved.
- Conduct daily site meetings and communicate project progress.
- Enforce OSHA safety standards and Crystal Hospitality safety policies.
- Perform quality control inspections to ensure work meets plans, specifications, and brand standards.
- Coordinate inspections with local authorities having jurisdiction.
- Review construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, and submittals.
- Identify and resolve field issues before they impact project schedule.
- Work closely with Project Managers to monitor budgets and control costs.
- Prepare daily reports including manpower, progress photos, weather conditions, delays, and safety observations.
- Coordinate deliveries and verify materials are available before installation.
- Maintain clean, organized, and professional job sites.
- Ensure punch list completion and coordinate project closeout activities.
- Build positive working relationships with hotel management to minimize guest disruption during construction.
- Assist with project turnover including owner training, warranty documentation, and final inspections.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of superintendent experience in commercial construction.
- Hospitality renovation experience strongly preferred.
- Experience managing occupied hotel renovations is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of construction sequencing and scheduling.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to solve problems quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to travel extensively throughout the United States (up to 100%).
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel by air and automobile.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Procore project management software.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to manage multiple subcontractors simultaneously.
- Experience working with Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, IHG, Choice, Wyndham, or other major hotel brands.
- Strong documentation and reporting skills.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to walk construction sites for extended periods.
- Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Travel Requirements
- This is a full-time traveling position.
- Projects are located nationwide.
- Company-paid travel, lodging, and approved business expenses are provided in accordance with company policy.
Crystal Hospitality Core Values
- Safety First
- Integrity in Everything We Do
- Quality Without Compromise
- Accountability
- Teamwork
- Exceptional Client Service
Pay: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
