General Superintendent

The General Superintendent at Skanska USA Building serves as a senior operational leader responsible for developing and executing strategic plans that directly influence departmental success over a one‑ to three‑year timeframe. This role carries substantial responsibility for resources and business outcomes, often shaping decisions made by functional leadership. Budget or P&L accountability is typical, emphasizing the position’s significant organizational impact.

The role requires a high level of problem‑solving ability, as it regularly addresses complex, ambiguous issues that span multiple specialties and departments. The General Superintendent drives innovation and operational excellence by improving processes, systems, and practices within the job area. Communication responsibilities are broad, extending to internal teams, external stakeholders, vendors, and executive leadership. The position frequently influences acceptance of new ideas and may negotiate or deliver briefings on topics of strategic importance.

From a leadership perspective, the General Superintendent oversees large-scale departments, units, or national projects that include multiple team leaders or managers. They create workforce plans to ensure adequate staffing and possess authority consistent with corporate guidelines for hiring, firing, promotions, and reward decisions. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in construction management (or equivalent experience) and at least 12 years of relevant experience, along with deep technical expertise and broad understanding across multiple job functions.

General Superintendent Required  Qualifications:

• 10+ years actively creating a Safety and QA/QC Cultural
• 10+ years in a Top Leadership position for multiple projects
• 15+ years of Building and construction experience (For NYC-Knowledge of the DOB’s technical reports and Chapter 33)
• 15+ years experience scheduling and prioritizing activities.
• 10+ years experience identifying and dealing with Risk & Mitigation procedures
• Demonstrated ability to Mentor and develop talent.
• Proven experience stepping into a problem project and quickly identifying problem areas or concerns and setting direction for correcting the issue
• Bachelor’s Degree - Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or similar or 10 years equivalent experience plus minimum 12 years prior relevant experience.

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• • • We believe that Benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance, and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and Benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
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    • We’re committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growth
    • Compensation and financial well-being – Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401k, & Employee ownership program. 

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