General Construction Superintendent

Next 150 Construction, LLC•Glastonbury, CT

1d•$125,000 - $215,000•Onsite

About The Position

Next 150 Construction, a subsidiary of Gilbane Building Company, is seeking a General Superintendent. This role is responsible for the overall field operations on a large project, leading a team of superintendents to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures regarding 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.