General Superintendent

Gilbane Building Company•Baltimore, MD

15h•$129,900 - $166,000•Onsite

About The Position

Gilbane is seeking a General Superintendent to independently manage all field operations on construction projects. This role is based on the job site every day and is a key part of the project team. The General Superintendent coordinates trade contractors, promotes safety, manages project scheduling and logistics, and oversees quality and field operations. The position works under the direction of experienced Senior General Superintendents, Project Managers, and Project Executives, with opportunities to build leadership and technical skills through Gilbane University and on-the-job learning. The role also leads and develops direct reports, fosters an inclusive work environment, engages with local communities and industry partners, and collaborates with business development to support client relationships and sales strategies. The stated salary range for Baltimore, Maryland, is $129,900–$166,000, plus benefits and a retirement program. Salary is determined by factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and market data. Qualified candidates offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
10–15 years of experience leading construction projects valued at $50 million–$100 million or more.
Required proven experience managing or supporting MEP scopes within data center projects.
OSHA 30-hour certification.
STS-C certification.
First Aid, CPR, AED, and Stop the Bleed training.
Strong technical and communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing needs.
Ability to participate in sales processes, interviews, and presentations.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other industry-standard construction software tools.
Ability to read construction documents and drawings, with knowledge of all phases of construction.
Experience and proficiency in all divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling, and cost control.
Familiarity with the Pull Planning Process.
Strong knowledge and appreciation of construction safety processes, and ability to enforce the project safety plan and promote a safety-first culture.
Experience supervising a project team.
Ability to lead, coach, develop, and hold team members accountable; establish priorities, delegate work, monitor progress, and assess results.
Ability to understand industry trends, local market and economic conditions, and the company’s business model to make decisions and create competitive advantage.
Ability to consider long-term opportunities and risks and recognize and manage emotions and behavior in oneself and others.

Responsibilities

Direct day-to-day coordination of Gilbane trade contractors and their subcontractors to ensure high-quality work that meets the approved project schedule.
Manage the project budget for general conditions and site services.
Develop, document, and communicate work plans for changes made in the field.
Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents and proactively anticipate potential problems.
Obtain or verify that subcontractors obtain all necessary construction permits.
Serve as the primary field safety representative and enforce safety compliance among all trades.
Develop safety strategies and promote a strong safety culture across project personnel.
Conduct maintenance and plan workarounds, shutdowns, and tie-ins.
Build credibility with owners, trade contractors, unions, and other project partners by maintaining a fair and trustworthy environment.
Resolve jurisdictional disputes with support from the Senior General Superintendent or Construction Executive.
Lead contractor meetings regularly.
Maintain daily reports and documentation using software tools.
Create, manage, and update the project schedule, developing and implementing contingency plans when necessary.
Communicate schedule status, updates, and changes to the project team and trade contractors.
Plan, coordinate, and manage jobsite logistics.
Develop the Quality in Construction plan with the Operations Excellence team, oversee it, and implement necessary changes.
Manage Next150/Site Services material and crew needs.
Train Field Engineers and Superintendents on project needs, construction knowledge, and business acumen.
Assist with development, preplanning, and preconstruction/construction activities, including writing scopes of work and participating in buyout.
Administer Time and Materials tracking.
Lead stretch and flex, daily huddles, and pre-task plans.
Engage with the community and foster relationships in the local market.
Collaborate with business development to align project work with sales strategies, performance metrics, pursuits, and client deliverables; strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships.
Train direct reports on processes, procedures, and daily task completion.
Manage direct reports’ workloads and performance in alignment with company standards.
Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that motivates and engages team members.
Help communicate company and department strategy to direct reports.
Assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions when required.