General Superintendent

About the Opportunity

This nationally recognized contractor has a long-standing reputation for delivering complex projects safely and on schedule across sectors including mission critical, healthcare, commercial, and institutional construction. They are committed to fostering a collaborative, inclusive environment and investing in employee development through structured training, mentorship, and leadership progression.

The Role

You will act as the senior field leader, responsible for driving all on-site construction activities while ensuring alignment with project objectives, safety standards, and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily coordination of subcontractors and trades to ensure schedule and quality targets are met
• Oversee site logistics, sequencing, and execution strategy
• Manage general conditions budgets and site-related cost controls
• Maintain and update project schedules, including recovery and contingency planning
• Enforce safety standards and lead site-wide safety culture initiatives
• Review contract documents to identify risks and proactively resolve issues
• Lead subcontractor and coordination meetings
• Manage permitting and compliance requirements
• Oversee quality control planning and execution
• Maintain accurate daily reports and project documentation
• Support preconstruction, scope development, and procurement activities
• Develop and mentor field staff, including Superintendents and Field Engineers
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, trade partners, and stakeholders

Leadership Profile

• Strong field leader who drives performance through clear communication, accountability, and team development
• Ability to prioritize, delegate, and manage large teams across complex builds
• Commercially aware, with understanding of market conditions and project drivers
• Strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate risk and plan long-term solutions
• Proven ability to foster a high-performing, safety-first culture

Requirements

Experience & Education

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10-15+ years of construction experience in a lead Superintendent role
• Strong background delivering data center or mission-critical projects (preferred)

Certifications

• OSHA 30
• STS-C (preferred)
• First Aid / CPR / AED

Skills

• Strong technical understanding across all construction divisions
• Advanced scheduling and cost control experience
• Proficient with construction management software and Microsoft Office
• Experience with pull planning methodologies
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Proven experience managing and developing field teams

What's on Offer

• Long-term career progression within a leading contractor
• Access to industry-leading training and development programs
• Exposure to complex, large-scale data center projects
• Collaborative team environment with strong leadership support