Traveling Sheet Metal Superintendent

  • JR & Co.
  • Colorado Springs, Colorado
  • Full Time

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation Package:

  • Weekly pay
  • Company phone stipend
  • Company truck and fuel card or stipend

Schedule:

  • Day shift

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Telehealth
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Fringe Benefit sub-plan (where applicable)

Job Title: Sheet Metal Superintendent

Start Date: Immediately

Salary Range: $75,000-$85,000/Annually DOE

Position Overview: The Superintendent oversees sheet metal roofing construction activities such as project planning, scheduling, and budgeting while improving the accountability and efficiency. The Superintendent is responsible for the overall outcome of projects and supervises crew members and foremen.

Essential Functions:

  • Oversee field employees, providing leadership and daily communication with crew members for construction, quality, and safety operations including subcontractors
  • Perform inspections of jobs while providing accountability, visiting jobs sites daily
  • Attend pre-construction meeting/pre-job walkthrough with Project Manager and/or Foreman
  • Set up job site properly to maintain OSHA safety standards and ensure worker safety and compliance
  • Report safety concerns or issues, stopping work if needed until safety issues are properly resolved
  • Conduct staff evaluations providing guidance, goals, training, and disciplinary actions as needed
  • Motivate foreman and crews to perform at their highest level
  • Schedule materials, equipment, and deliveries, using inventoried materials as much as possible
  • Assist with personnel planning and assignment of crew members to foreman and jobs
  • Proactively problem solve to avoid work impacts and reduce inefficiencies
  • Proactively plan all material, equipment, and subcontractor schedules to avoid impacts/delays
  • Track and communicate project completion percentage to accounting for monthly billing
  • Work closely with Quality Control, Safety Management, Inspectors, and Manufacturers
  • Conduct/participate in weekly project meetings for scheduling, discussions, and issue resolution
  • Submit weekly reports with progress, impacts, quality, safety, and other pertinent data
  • Maintain thorough records and photos of construction progress and issues
  • Maintain schedule to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Complete projects on time and in the most cost-efficient way (under budget desirable)
  • Report potential change orders to estimator immediately
  • Perform final quality inspection walk-through prior to crew demobilization
  • Accurately review and approve final hours on all managed jobs
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Lead and organize a crew of roof crew members and foremen overseeing accurate recording of time, safe and quality workmanship.

Required Skills and Abilities:

  • OSHA 30 Hour Training
  • EM385-1-1, 24HR Fall Protection Training
  • Certification for rigging, signaling, and operating equipment
  • Ability to lead project, manage resources, and build teams
  • Ability to read and understand architectural plans, shop drawings and specifications
  • Detail oriented
  • Ability to take accountability for the outcome of the project, decision making and holding team accountable
  • Make quick, accurate decisions and
  • People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people, working on group projects, and teaching, coaching and mentoring others
  • Flexible - enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
  • High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment
  • Time Management--great time management; able to prioritize and meet deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Embody and model company values of Serving Others, Passion for Results, Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Teachable, Transparency, Consistency and Excellence.
  • Situational, Visionary Leadership Style
  • Always represent the company in a positive manner
  • Demonstrate respect to customers, supervisors, and team members, communicating all concerns in a professional manner and always adhere to standards of conduct and company policies

Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma and GED
  • 5-10 years in construction and sheet metal roofing industry
  • 2 years of leadership/team management experience

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

  • Pass initial drug test and participate in random drug test program
  • Some indoor office environments (approximately 20% office)
  • Primarily outdoor environments in all types of weather (approximately 80% fieldwork)
  • Ability to perform elevated work (work on rooftops, heights)
  • Frequently lift and carry 50lbs or greater
  • Frequent bending, kneeling, walking
  • Overtime and weekend work

At J.R. & Co., Inc., we're not just building roofs-we're building careers. Established in 1986 and proudly veteran-owned, we're an energetic, optimistic, and family-oriented construction company based in Kansas City, MO. While roofing is our specialty, our services span everything from sheet metal and solar panel installation to rooftop maintenance and disaster relief. With a reputation for excellence in workmanship and customer service, we've earned recognition from top industry manufacturers and an A+ rating from the BBB. If you're looking for a place to grow, thrive, and make a real impact while working in a safety-focused, supportive environment, J.R. & Co., Inc. is the place for you. Join our team today and help us build something great!

Work Location: In person

Ability to Relocate:

  • Colorado Springs, CO 80939: Relocate before starting work (Required)

J.R. & Co., Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. JR & Co. Inc. participates in E-Verify. To learn more visit www.e-verify.gov. All individuals who accept an offer of employment are required to complete a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Job ID: 488883912
Originally Posted on: 8/10/2025

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