Traveling Superintendent (Cold Storage)
EWI RecruitmentTravelling Superintendent (Cold Storage)
An experienced Travelling Superintendent is required to oversee the delivery of cold storage and temperature-controlled construction projects across multiple locations. This role will suit a hands-on construction professional with strong leadership skills, sound technical knowledge and the flexibility to travel regularly to project sites.
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sponsibility for the day-to-day management of site activities, ensuring that work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget and to the required quality standards. Projects may include refrigerated warehouses, distribution centres, food processing facilities and associated mechanical, electrical and building systems.
Key responsibilities
• Manage and coordinate site operations from mobilisation through to completion and handover.
• Supervise subcontractors, trades and site personnel, assigning work and monitoring performance.
• Interpret drawings, specifications and programmes, identifying and resolving technical or sequencing issues.
• Coordinate cold storage installation activities, including insulated panels, refrigeration interfaces, doors, flooring and building services.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, environmental compliance and site housekeeping.
• Monitor progress, productivity, materials, deliveries and equipment to support timely project delivery.
• Attend coordination meetings and provide accurate updates on programme, risks, quality and commercial matters.
• Complete inspections, oversee snagging and support testing, commissioning and final handover.
• Maintain clear site records, daily reports and relevant compliance documentation.
About you
You will have substantial experience as a Site Superintendent, Construction Manager, General Superintendent or similar, ideally on industrial, warehouse, refrigeration or cold storage projects. A strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing and site safety is essential, together with the confidence to lead multiple teams in a fast-paced environment.
Relevant industry qualifications, first aid training and recognised health and safety credentials are desirable. You must be able to read technical drawings, use standard project reporting systems and communicate effectively with clients, consultants and subcontractors. Regular travel and extended periods away from home will be required, with assignments varying by project location.