Lead Superintendent- Commercial Interior Construction

Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth opportunity? Gilbane is seeking a Lead Superintendent to be responsible for independently managing all field Commercial Interior operations on a $5-$50M project. This position will be on the job site every day and will fill a key role on the project team.

• Directs the day-to-day coordination of Gilbane’s trade contractors and their sub-contractors to ensure high-quality work that meets the approved project schedule
• Develops, documents, and communicates the work plan regarding changes made in the field
• Maintains a thorough understanding of contract documents in order to proactively anticipate potential problems
• Obtains or verifies that subcontractors obtain all necessary permits for construction purposes
• Establishes credibility among owners, trade contractors, unions, and other project partners by maintaining a fair and trustworthy environment
• Acts as primary safety representative in the field and enforces safety compliance with all trades
• Leads contractor meetings on a regular basis
• Maintains daily reports and documentation using software tools
• Creates, manages, and updates the project schedule, creating and implementing contingency plans when necessary
• Communicates schedule status, updates and changes to project team and trade contractors
• Plans, coordinates, and manages jobsite logistics
• Develops the Quality in Construction (QIC) plan in partnership with the Operations Excellence team, oversees the plan and implements necessary changes  
• Communicates with Site Services/Next 150 to order materials and schedule crew
• Trains direct report Field Engineers and Superintendents on project needs, construction knowledge, and business acumen
• Reviews and supports writing scopes of work and participates in buyout
• Assists in Time and Materials (T&M) tracking
• Leads stretch and flex, daily huddle, and pre-task plan reviews
• Assists in general requirements financial forecasting
• Collaborates closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies including performance metrics on your assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables. Actively participates in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that position Gilbane as the “Builder of Choice”
• Trains direct reports on processes, procedures, and completion of daily tasks 
• Manages workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with overall company standards
• Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
• Aids in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports
• May be required to assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• 7-12 years of experience leading a component of work or whole project for a value of $30 million or larger on commercial/industrial construction project(s) in a superintendent role
• OSHA 30-hour certified
• STS-C Certification
• First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed Training
• Or equivalent combination of education and commercial construction experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• 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
• Ability to collaborate on a daily basis with the project team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of suite of construction software tools, including logistics and scheduling software
• Construction-document and drawing literate, with knowledge of all phases of construction
• Experience and proficiency in most divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling, and cost control
• Strong knowledge and appreciation of construction safety processes and ability to enforce the project safety plan
• Ability to create an environment where “safety first” is the culture and all trades people work with an incident and injury free attitude

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team. For New York City, this ranges from $140,000.00-$180,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

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