Senior Superintendent - Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences Construction

Senior Superintendent - Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences Construction Location: Kansas City Metro Area About the Opportunity A nationally recognized employee-owned general contractor is seeking an experienced Superintendent 3 to join its growing Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences Construction team. This role offers the opportunity to lead highly technical projects involving pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, cGMP environments, clean rooms, laboratories, research facilities, process equipment installation, and critical utility infrastructure.The ideal candidate will have experience managing field operations on complex pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences, advanced manufacturing, semiconductor, or highly regulated healthcare projects where quality, safety, and commissioning requirements are critical to project success. Position Summary The Superintendent 3 will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of project execution, including safety, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, quality control, logistics, and client relations. This individual will lead field operations while working closely with project management, owners, engineers, architects, equipment vendors, and trade partners to ensure successful project delivery.This role will support the planning, installation, and commissioning of pharmaceutical process equipment, clean utilities, laboratory systems, and highly specialized building infrastructure within regulated environments. Key Responsibilities Lead and promote a strong safety culture across all project activitiesManage daily field operations, subcontractors, and trade coordinationDevelop and maintain project schedules and sequencing plansCoordinate procurement, delivery, rigging, installation, and startup of manufacturing and process equipmentOversee quality control, inspections, and project documentationConduct daily planning meetings, subcontractor meetings, and owner meetingsManage site logistics, manpower planning, and workflow coordinationPartner with project management to identify and resolve schedule, budget, and operational challengesSupport constructability reviews and preconstruction planning effortsCoordinate with engineers, equipment vendors, commissioning teams, and specialty contractors throughout equipment installation and validation activitiesDrive project closeout, turnover, punch list, and commissioning support efforts Specialized Responsibilities Lead planning and execution of pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment installationsCoordinate critical process systems including clean utilities, purified water, WFI, compressed gases, and HVAC infrastructureSupport cGMP-compliant construction activities and documentation requirementsDevelop installation sequencing and equipment integration plans for manufacturing and laboratory environmentsSupport cleanroom construction, startup, qualification, and commissioning activitiesPartner with VDC and project teams to develop equipment move-in, rigging, and installation strategiesResolve technical and coordination challenges impacting production readiness and facility startup Qualifications Required 8+ years of commercial construction experience5+ years of superintendent or field leadership experienceExperience managing multiple trade partners and subcontractorsStrong understanding of construction scheduling and field operationsExcellent communication and leadership skillsValid driver's license and ability to travel as required Preferred Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related fieldExperience delivering pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences, clean room, semiconductor, laboratory, or advanced manufacturing projectsExperience coordinating complex MEP and process utility systemsFamiliarity with cGMP environments and commissioning processesLean construction experienceKnowledge of qualification, validation, and turnover procedures Key Skills Construction SchedulingSafety ManagementTrade CoordinationQuality Control / QA-QCPharmaceutical ConstructionLife Sciences FacilitiescGMP EnvironmentsClean room ConstructionProcess Equipment InstallationCritical Utilities CoordinationMechanical & Electrical CoordinationProject Planning & SchedulingClient Relationship ManagementStartup, Commissioning & Validation Support Compensation & Benefits Competitive base salary up to 250KAnnual performance bonusEmployee ownership opportunitiesVehicle allowance or company vehicleComprehensive health benefits401(k) with company contributionCareer advancement opportunities with a nationally recognized builder specializing in life sciences and pharmaceutical construction