Traveling Construction Superintendent (Mission Critical)
Barton Malow
Union contractor delivering self-perform civil, concrete, steel, general trades & mission-critical projects.
Oversee mission-critical data center construction, ensuring safety, schedule, and quality.
25 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Southfield, MI
Field
Company Size
3,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Preconstruction & Planning
Virtual Design & Construction
Construction & Delivery
Self‑Perform Trades
Lean
Technology Services
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Automotive
Mission Critical
Buildings
Commercial
Healthcare
Higher Education
Role
Description
baseline schedule
budget forecasting
pull planning
progress reporting
safety compliance
site logistics
Establishes and implements the project baseline schedule, incorporating input from subcontractors and considering factors that could impact timing.
Assists in developing work scopes and front-end documents for bidding to ensure clarity, participates in the bid process, including post-bid interviews and addressing bidder questions, and identifies potential contractors based on project requirements.
Supports the Project Manager in budget management and forecasting by controlling costs and monitoring potential changes from contractors.
Leads pull planning efforts and provides progress reports with a six-week look-ahead schedule to the Project Managers and field staff.
Communicate daily issues, events, performance, and progress to the Project Managers while building effective relationships with clients, team members, subcontractors, and relevant authorities.
Organizes and manages the day-to-day on-site labor force, supervising and coordinating contractor work to minimize interference.
Enforces corporate safety policies on the job site, including pre-task safety planning, and is responsible for safety compliance in the field.
Develops site logistics plans to maximize productivity and minimize impacts on building occupants.
Requirements
bachelor's
construction mgmt
data center
5+ years
leadership
management
Ability to manage and embrace change, adapting to new processes and perspectives on traditional challenges.
Demonstrates excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with a strong understanding of applicable contracts and legal provisions.
Possesses a strong sense of urgency and the ability to quickly assess and resolve complex issues effectively and fairly.
Capable of multitasking and handling competing priorities between project delivery and the non-critical review of incomplete assignments while maintaining excellent customer relationships.
Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering.
Strong management skills to effectively oversee trade partner performance to meet BMC’s high-quality standards.
A team leader with excellent diplomatic and communication skills, able to handle and resolve conflicts assertively.
5+ years of documented Mission Critical – Data Center experience from inception to completion.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1924
Year Established
The company was established in 1924, marking the beginning of its century-long journey in the construction industry.
Centennial in 2024
Celebration Year
The company celebrated its 100th anniversary in August 2024 with a parade float and a museum on wheels tour.
Evolved into a multi-billion-dollar enterprise with integrated self-perform capabilities across civil, concrete, steel, and trades.
Pioneered fast-track delivery, BIM, and launched LIFTbuild to challenge traditional high-rise construction methods.
Serves diverse sectors—from automotive plants and energy facilities to sports stadiums, hospitals, and educational campuses.
Delivered iconic venues like Little Caesars Arena, Oriole Park at Camden Yards, and major industrial complexes.
Backed by investments in construction technology and robotics, it continuously reshapes jobsite innovation.
Branches across North America under a unified enterprise structure, integrating specialized arms like LIFTbuild and Construction Robotics.
Culture + Values
Integrity
Partnership
Empowerment
People
Projects
Communities
Environment + Sustainability
Building LEED‑certified buildings and adopting green practices in operations, facilities, and jobsites
Striving to advance long‑term viability of facilities, local environment, and community
Commitment to sustainability through corporate social responsibility programs
No explicit net zero target date disclosed
Inclusion & Diversity
8–12% diversity spend
Supplier Diversity Spend
Annual target for diverse businesses in total subcontracts.
$185M investment
Supporting Women Entrepreneurs
Total spent with women’s business enterprises over five years.
2025 Retreat
Elevate Partner Retreat
Hosted the first retreat to foster partnerships and inclusion.
5% Spend Goal
Supplier Diversity Target
Aim to increase supplier diversity spending by this percentage with trade partners.
Increase representation of underrepresented groups at all organizational levels
Enhance talent systems to promote fairness during hiring
Embed equity in business practices, policies, and programming
Empower team members to champion inclusive practices, language, and behaviors
Conduct analysis and provide transparency to measure progress
Team Member Networks: MOSAIC, Veterans, Parents & Caregivers, Early Career Professionals