Senior General Superintendent

Gilbane is a Top-10 ENR Contractor and family-owned business with 45 offices, shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas, and more.

About the role

We are seeking Senior General Superintendents for various locations nationwide. Candidates must be open to relocation and travel as necessary. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic and expanding organization that prioritizes employee development and offers substantial advancement projects.

Who you are

• A coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset
• Provides feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles
• Determines priorities, delegates work, and effectively communicates progress
• Establishes measures to assess impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned
• Builds high-performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals
• Leverages business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model
• Deploys a strategic mindset when considering long-term opportunities and risks
• Core values align with Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates Gilbane’s trade contractors and their sub-contractors to ensure high-quality work that meets the approved project schedule
• Supervises and develops the project team
• Manages the project budget for general conditions and Next 150/Site Services
• Develops, documents, and communicates the work plan regarding changes made in the field
• Leads site walks with the owner, architect/engineer, and financial institutions to show construction progress
• Maintains a thorough understanding of contract documents to coordinate trades, plan ahead, and proactively anticipate potential problems
• Obtains or verifies that subcontractors obtain all necessary permits for construction purposes
• Follows up with the appropriate Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) to schedule and complete necessary inspections
• Acts as primary safety representative in the field, monitoring safety performance and verifying safety compliance with all trades
• Develops safety strategies and drives safety culture across all project personnel
• Conducts maintenance and planning of “workarounds,” shutdowns, and tie-ins
• Leads contractor meetings
• Accountable for review, completion, and accuracy of daily reports
• Communicates schedule status, updates, and changes to project team and trade contractors
• Coordinates and manages jobsite logistics
• Develops the Quality in Construction (QIC) plan in partnership with the Operations Excellence team, oversees the plan, and implements necessary changes
• Resolves jurisdictional disputes with support of Business Unit (BU) leadership
• Establishes credibility among owners, trade contractors, unions, and other project partners by maintaining a fair and trustworthy environment
• Manages Next 150/Site Services material and crew needs
• Mentors and develops junior project team members on project needs, construction knowledge, and business acumen
• Actively engages or leads the Superintendent peer group
• Leads technical trainings for continued education
• Participates in business development, project pursuits, and preconstruction needs, including writing scopes of work and participating in buyout
• Administers Time and Materials (T&M) tracking
• Leads or delegates stretch and flex, and daily huddle
• Leads and develops ground-up construction with foundation experience
• Engages in the community, growing and fostering relationships in the local market
• Partners with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies, client capture plans, and account plans
• Optimizes profit levers and gross profit margin tactics to achieve performance targets on new sales
• Leads opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that help position Gilbane as the “Builder of Choice”
• Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members
• Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
• Interprets and translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals
• May be required to assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• 15+ years of experience on $50 million–$100+ million commercial/industrial construction project(s) or multiple projects in a lead superintendent role
• OSHA 30-hour certified
• STS-C Certification
• First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed Training
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills

• Strong technical and communication skills
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to adapt to changing needs
• Ability to participate in sales process, interviews, and presentations
• Ability to lead in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other industry-standard construction software tools
• Construction-document and drawing literate, with knowledge of all phases of construction
• Familiarity with Pull Planning Process
• Experience and proficiency in all divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling, and cost control
• Strong knowledge and appreciation of construction safety processes and ability to enforce the project safety plan
• Ability to create an environment where “safety first” is the culture
• Must be experienced supervising and leading a larger project team
• Knowledge of labor relations

Benefits

• Competitive health and welfare benefits
• Generous profit-sharing/401k plan
• Multi-dimensional training opportunities through Gilbane University, a top training organization in the construction industry
• Opportunity to work with an experienced team and learn new industry skills daily

Pay

The pay ranges from $145,000.00 to $260,000.00, plus benefits and retirement program, based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and experience of the applicant, as well as internal equity and alignment with the team.