General Superintendent

Gilbane Building Company • Orlando, OK

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Gilbane is seeking a General Superintendent to independently manage all field operations on a project up to $100 million. The role is based on the job site every day and is a key position on the project team. The General Superintendent coordinates trade contractors, promotes Gilbane’s safety standards, and participates in daily project meetings. The position works under the direction of experienced Senior General Superintendents, Project Managers, and Project Executives, with opportunities to develop leadership and technical skills through Gilbane University and on-the-job learning.

The role leads and develops project personnel, manages field operations, scheduling, safety, quality, logistics, and site services, and maintains strong relationships with owners, trade contractors, unions, project partners, and the local community. It also collaborates with business development to support client and industry relationships. Gilbane describes its culture as grounded in integrity, caring, teamwork, toughmindedness, dedication to excellence, discipline, loyalty, and entrepreneurship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10–15 years of experience on commercial or industrial construction project(s) valued at $30–$100 million, or multiple projects, in a lead superintendent role.
• 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 the sales process, interviews, and presentations.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other industry-standard construction software tools.
• Ability to read and understand 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.
• Ability to create a safety-first environment and promote an incident- and injury-free attitude among tradespeople.
• Experience supervising a project team.
• Qualified applicants who receive an offer must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day coordination of Gilbane’s 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 safety representative in the field and enforce safety compliance among all trades.
• Develop safety strategies and promote a safety culture across project personnel.
• Plan and maintain 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 regular contractor meetings.
• Maintain daily reports and documentation using software tools.
• Create, manage, and update the project schedule, including 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 (QIC) plan with the Operations Excellence team, oversee the plan, and implement necessary changes.
• Manage Next150/Site Services material and crew needs.
• Train direct-report 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 (T&M) tracking.
• Lead stretch and flex activities, daily huddles, and pre-task plans.
• Engage in the community and foster relationships in the local market.
• Collaborate with business development to align project performance metrics, pursuits, and client deliverables with sales strategies; participate in strengthening client, partner, and industry relationships.
• Train direct reports on processes, procedures, and daily tasks.
• Manage direct reports’ workload 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.

Benefits

• Competitive health and welfare benefits.
• Generous profit-sharing and 401(k) plan.
• Training and leadership and technical skill development through Gilbane University.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior