General Industrial Construction Superintendent

InServ Corp.

$90K — $120K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in pharmaceutical or life sciences construction, ideally as superintendent or lead foreman.
  • Strong knowledge of GMP-regulated environments.
  • Experience with mechanical/HVAC, process piping, sanitary piping, and electrical systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, P&IDs, and specifications.
  • Solid leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • OSHA 30 certification required (or ability to obtain).
  • Experience in active or validated facilities preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise cleanroom HVAC installation, ensuring compliance with GMP standards.
  • Manage installation of process and clean utility piping systems, overseeing inspections and documentation.
  • Oversee sanitary piping installations, ensuring adherence to high-purity standards and contamination prevention.
  • Direct electrical installations including power distribution and instrumentation, coordinating with other systems.
  • Lead daily field operations, emphasizing GMP compliance, safety, and quality.
  • Coordinate subcontractor and craft labor schedules, material deliveries, and inspections.
  • Conduct daily safety meetings and maintain accurate project documentation.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and performance incentives.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
  • Company vehicle or allowance (if applicable).
  • Long-term career opportunity in the pharmaceutical/life sciences sector.
  • Chance to work on high-profile, technically complex projects.
Full Job Description
Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced General Industrial Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on pharmaceutical and life-sciences construction projects. This role is responsible for supervising construction activities in GMP-regulated environments, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and documentation requirements.

The Superintendent will oversee multidisciplinary work across the following core areas:
  • Mechanical / HVAC (Cleanroom & Critical Systems)
  • Process Piping (Clean Utilities & Product Systems)
  • Sanitary Piping (High-Purity & Hygienic Systems)
  • Electrical (Industrial Power, Controls & Instrumentation)

Key Responsibilities by Discipline

1. Mechanical / HVAC (Pharma & Cleanroom Systems)
  • Supervise installation of cleanroom HVAC systems, air handling units, HEPA filtration, chillers, boilers, and specialty exhaust systems.
  • Ensure compliance with GMP requirements for pressure relationships, air changes, and cleanliness classifications.
  • Coordinate HVAC work with architectural cleanroom components and commissioning teams.
  • Support system startup, testing, adjustment, and balancing (TAB).

2. Process Piping (Pharmaceutical Utilities)
  • Manage installation of process and clean utility piping systems such as WFI, PW, clean steam, compressed air, and process fluids.
  • Interpret P&IDs, isometrics, weld maps, and specifications.
  • Oversee welding procedures, inspections, pressure testing, flushing, and turnover documentation.
  • Coordinate tie-ins and shutdowns within operational pharmaceutical facilities.

3. Sanitary Piping (High-Purity Systems)
  • Supervise sanitary and high-purity piping installations using stainless steel systems.
  • Ensure compliance with ASME BPE, 3-A, FDA, and client standards.
  • Oversee orbital welding, surface finish requirements, slope, drainability, and cleanliness controls.
  • Ensure proper handling, storage, and installation to prevent contamination.

4. Electrical (Pharma & Industrial Systems)
  • Oversee electrical installations including power distribution, MCCs, VFDs, control panels, and instrumentation.
  • Coordinate electrical scope with mechanical, HVAC, and piping systems.
  • Ensure compliance with NEC, local codes, and facility standards.
  • Support equipment energization, loop checks, and commissioning activities.

General Superintendent Responsibilities
  • Lead daily field operations with a strong emphasis on GMP compliance, safety, and quality.
  • Coordinate subcontractors, craft labor, inspections, and material deliveries.
  • Maintain project schedule and resolve field conflicts across multiple disciplines.
  • Conduct daily safety meetings and ensure strict adherence to site safety plans.
  • Interface with project management, engineers, quality personnel, and client representatives.
  • Maintain accurate daily reports, manpower tracking, and progress documentation.

Qualifications
  • 7+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or life sciences construction, preferably as a superintendent or lead foreman.
  • Strong working knowledge of GMP-regulated environments.
  • Proven experience with mechanical/HVAC, process piping, sanitary piping, and electrical systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, P&IDs, and specifications.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • OSHA 30 required (or ability to obtain).
  • Experience working in active or validated facilities preferred.

What We Offer
  • Competitive salary and performance incentives
  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))
  • Company vehicle or allowance (if applicable)
  • Long-term career opportunity within the pharmaceutical/life sciences sector
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile, technically complex projects

JOB CODE: 1000064

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