General Superintendent

About the Role

The General Superintendent is a key component in the company's overall success. This integral position is responsible for overseeing all aspects that relate directly to the field and the general success of a project, with the three key components being SAFETY, QUALITY, & PERFORMANCE. This is a multi-functional position that requires the following skills and knowledge: Strong leadership ability, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, problem-solving, time management, and the ability to follow through with a plan of action.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enforce safety standards across assigned projects, conducting audits, verifying certifications, coordinating inspections, and partnering with company leadership to maintain a proactive safety culture.
• Oversee and implement the Quality Control Program, ensuring all work meets contract documents, specifications, and GMI standards — with full accountability for final project quality and client acceptance.
• Conduct routine audits of Superintendents and Foremen to verify safety compliance, quality installation, documentation accuracy, and hazard analysis reporting.
• Drive project success from kickoff through completion by aligning field leadership with budgets, scope, sequencing, manpower plans, production goals, and scheduling requirements.
• Monitor and protect project profitability by tracking unit costs, percent-complete progress, material usage, labor efficiency, and time coding accuracy.
• Implement and maintain production tracking tools to ensure projects remain on budget and on schedule.
• Build and assign effective field teams in collaboration with senior leadership, ensuring proper supervision coverage and workforce planning.
• Manage manpower strategically to avoid inefficiencies, unnecessary overtime, and productivity gaps.
• Oversee payroll audits, hiring approvals, labor rate alignment, and workforce performance evaluations.
• Ensure full compliance with contract documents, company standards, and operational procedures across all assigned projects.
• Maintain oversight of personnel, equipment, materials, subcontractors, vendors, and documentation.
• Build strong working relationships with General Contractors to support customer satisfaction and repeat business.
• Identify problems early and take decisive action to protect safety, quality, schedule, and profitability.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in the construction field, specifically the drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceiling, and exterior cladding trades.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to manage construction crews.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Knowledge of construction safety protocols and regulations.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications.
• Experience with budget management and cost control.
• Effective management and leadership experience as it pertains to managing multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
• Relevant certifications and licenses in construction management a plus.

About GMi

GMi is a 100% employee-owned, client relationship driven, turnkey drywall, framing, and acoustical commercial construction company that has been operating throughout the State of Texas since 1978 with offices in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Austin, Houston and San Antonio. GMi's market sectors include multi-family, hospitality, medical, religious, entertainment, mission critical, retail and industrial.

Benefits

• ESOP
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Training & development
• Wellness resources
• Project Performance Bonus Program
• Employee Development Programs
• Competitive & team-oriented culture
• Fast-paced career growth