General Construction Superintendent

Gilbane Building Company•New York, NY

36d•$125,000 - $215,000

About The Position

Next 150 Construction, a fully owned subdisiary of Gilbane Building Company is seeking a General Superintendent. The General Superintendent is responsible for the overall field on a large project, leading a team of superintendents to ensure that company policies and procedures are met in regard to safety, scheduling, budget, quality and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or Construction Management
10-15 years of experience on a $15-50+ million commercial/ industrial construction project or multiple projects in a superintendent role
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong technical and communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing needs
Ability to work in a team environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Procore
Knowledge of construction-documenting and drawing, with knowledge of all phases of construction
Proficient in all divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling, and cost control
Must have strong knowledge and appreciation of construction safety processes and ability to enforce the project safety plan
Must be able to create an environment where "safety first" is the culture and all trades people work with an incident and injury free attitude
Ability to supervise a project team
OSHA 30 hour certified

Nice To Haves

Experience with concrete, drywall, safety systems, hoisting, and equipment-intensive operations
Successful track record at national General Contractors
Experience building and implementing field training programs and leadership development plans
Strong communicator and collaborator across all levels-executives, unions, trades, and junior team members
Committed to innovation, sustainability, and building a high-performance culture

Responsibilities

Directs and coordinates field activities across multiple projects or large-scale programs
Leads and mentors' teams of Superintendents, Foremen, and field staff to deliver high-performing results
Oversees planning and execution of self-perform scopes including Concrete, Drywall, General Carpentry, Hoisting, Site Logistics, Safety Carpentry, etc.
Maintains full knowledge of contract documents and proactively identifies coordination or constructability issues
Develops and implements detailed work plans, schedules, and daily coordination efforts with trade partners
Coordinates project sequencing, shutdowns, tie-ins, and milestone handoffs with stakeholders
Acts as the lead safety authority in the field, ensuring strict compliance with OSHA, Gilbane, and Next 150 policies
Establishes a safety-first culture through example, training, and regular field engagement
Enforces and audits quality assurance and control procedures
Drives sustainable practices on-site; materials management, energy-efficient methods, and jobsite organization
Recruits, develops, and retains top field talent across all self-perform and logistics functions
Supports the design and implementation of training programs and career development paths for Superintendents, Foremen, and craftworkers
Leads onboarding and performance management efforts with junior and mid-level field leaders
Promotes a culture of learning, ownership, and accountability
Proactively reviews project schedules; creates lookaheads and contingency plans
Manages General Conditions and Site Services budgets in alignment with project expectations
Forecasts labor and equipment needs, tracks production, and supports cost-of-work projections
Collaborates with Project Management, Estimating, and Procurement for alignment on labor and material resources
Leads the development and standardization of existing and new self-perform scopes and best practices
Supports piloting and scaling of innovations in field operations, technology, and process
Integrates sustainability and continuous improvement into field strategy
Applies agile thinking to resolve complex field issues and pivot plans when needed
Interfaces with multiple unions; assists in resolving jurisdictional disputes and ensures positive working relationships
Navigates complex labor environments across different regions and trade affiliations
Aligns workforce availability with operational and schedule needs, in partnership with labor leadership