General Superintendent

BE&K Building Group•Clayton, NC

23d

About The Position

The General Superintendent provides overall leadership for field operations and execution on assigned projects. This role oversees construction and renovation of pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, particularly facilities producing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), and ensures compliance with industry standards, GMP regulations, and FDA guidelines. The General Superintendent works with clients, architects, engineering teams, and field staff; develops project plans and schedules; supports business development; and oversees project quality, safety, staffing, training, and completion.

Requirements

Must have pharmaceutical construction and ASRS experience.
Minimum of 15 years of general contracting experience.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management is ideal but not mandatory; experience should be relative to the size and scope of projects.
Ability to constantly multitask and manage competing priorities involving business needs, organizational issues, and customer relations.
Business judgment to balance budget considerations and construction processes.
Strong organizational skills to manage the details necessary for successful construction.
Judgment to know when to escalate issues through the chain of command.
Strong sense of urgency and initiative, with the ability to quickly study complex issues.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to take confident, decisive action.
Excellent diplomatic and communication skills; ability to interact effectively with senior management and resolve conflict firmly and fairly.
Ability to climb, lift, balance, walk, and handle materials; work in varied weather, including extreme heat and cold; stand and walk for extended periods; and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

Monitor assigned projects for compliance with construction schedules, expected quality levels, and company Standard Operating Procedures.
Work with clients and architects throughout projects and develop relationships that support client satisfaction.
Recruit, mentor, coach, and train qualified field talent, including Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Field Engineers, and Interns, and match talent to project scope.
Oversee construction and renovation of pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, particularly facilities producing APIs, ensuring compliance with industry standards, GMP regulations, and FDA guidelines.
Coordinate with engineering teams to integrate specialized equipment and systems required for API production.
Advise and assist field staff regarding materials, sequencing, scheduling, personnel, and construction methods; advocate for Field Operations.
Support business development by actively participating in its development and assisting the Business Development Department.
Participate in sales presentations and pre-construction services; review constructability, develop construction plans, contribute major-work logic and durations to baseline schedules, confirm delivery requirements, create site access and staging/sequencing plans, conduct technical reviews, provide budget input, determine field staffing needs, and attend project turnover meetings.
Implement BE&K policies and procedures, including field staff assignments and performance evaluations.
Conduct weekly site visits to assess site conditions, safety, general presentation, field performance, and project schedules; ensure field personnel meet established standards.
Oversee development of baseline schedules and monitor project schedules for compliance; lead monthly schedule updates and narratives.
Ensure workmanship and materials conform to plans and specifications, identify schedule challenges, and lead responses to bring projects on schedule and under budget where feasible.
Ensure timely completion of punch lists and participate in the one-year warranty walkthrough, ensuring issues are completed promptly and records are maintained.
Attend meetings needed to monitor and manage projects, including owner meetings as necessary and Project Team (PM/PE) meetings at least twice monthly.
Maintain continuous client contact to gauge performance perceptions, communicate relevant information to project teams, and foster effective working relationships.
Coordinate job-specific and safety training for field staff and ensure training follows BE&K guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.