Superintendent - Data Center
About The Position
Gilbane is seeking a Superintendent to independently supervise an area of trade contractors with work valued up to $30 million. The Superintendent is on the job site every day and serves as a key member of the project team, protecting and promoting the interests of Gilbane and the client. The role also involves demonstrating the characteristics of a developing leader and coaching less experienced Field Engineers. Gilbane is a family-owned, Top-10 ENR Contractor with 45 offices and a history dating to 1870. The company delivers construction management projects including schools, laboratories, hospitals, corporate offices, and sports arenas. Gilbane emphasizes safety, inclusion, and a “People First” workplace culture. Employees can access training through Gilbane University to develop leadership and technical skills, as well as learn from an experienced project team. Compensation is determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and experience. The total compensation package includes health and welfare benefits and a profit-sharing/401(k) plan. Qualified applicants 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.
- 4–8 years of experience in a superintendent role on commercial or industrial construction projects valued at $15–$30 million or larger.
- OSHA 30-hour certification.
- STS-C Certification.
- First Aid, CPR, AED, and Stop the Bleed training.
- Strong technical and communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt to changing needs.
- Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate daily with the project team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of construction software tools, including scheduling software.
- Ability to read and understand construction documents and drawings, with knowledge of all phases of construction.
- Experience and proficiency across multiple divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling, and cost control.
- Strong knowledge of construction safety processes and ability to enforce the project safety plan.
- Ability to foster a safety-first culture and an incident- and injury-free attitude among tradespeople.
- Understanding of general requirements financial forecasting.
Responsibilities
- Direct day-to-day coordination of Gilbane’s trade partners and their subcontractors to ensure high-quality work that meets the approved project schedule.
- Develop, document, and communicate work plans for changes made in the field.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents and proactively anticipate potential problems.
- Participate in constructability reviews and identify change impacts.
- Obtain or verify that subcontractors obtain all necessary construction permits.
- Act as the primary safety representative in the field.
- Establish credibility among owners, trade contractors, unions, and other project partners by maintaining a fair and trustworthy environment.
- Lead contractor meetings regularly.
- Maintain daily reports and documentation using software tools.
- Create, manage, and update the project schedule, and create and implement contingency plans when needed.
- Communicate schedule status, updates, and changes to the project team and trade contractors.
- Plan, coordinate, and manage jobsite logistics.
- Oversee the project quality plan, complete inspections, and implement necessary changes.
- Communicate with Site Services/Next 150 to order materials and schedule crew.
- Coach and mentor less experienced Field Engineers on project needs, construction knowledge, and business acumen.
- Understand scopes of work, assist in writing scopes of work, and participate in buyout.
- Assist with Time and Materials (T&M) tracking.
- Lead stretch and flex, daily huddles, and pre-task plan reviews.
- Support a positive and inclusive work environment.
- Assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions when required.
Benefits
- Competitive health and welfare benefits.
- Generous profit-sharing/401(k) plan.
- Training and professional development through Gilbane University.
- Opportunity to learn from an experienced team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
