Cleanroom Superintendent - Pharma

Gilbane Building Company; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 113,700 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits package

Profit-sharing 401(k) plan

Training through Gilbane University

Job summary

Gilbane Building Company is seeking a Cleanroom Superintendent to oversee a $50M+ pharmaceutical project in Raleigh, North Carolina. The role demands strict compliance with industry standards and includes significant on-site presence.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management and have 7–12 years of relevant experience, particularly in cleanroom environments. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 7–12 years of experience in a superintendent role on $30M+ projects.
• Experience with clean rooms and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• OSHA 30-hour certification and STS-C certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct coordination of trade contractors to ensure project quality.
• Develop and communicate work plans for field changes.
• Enforce safety compliance and lead contractor meetings.

Skills

Strong technical and communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of construction software tools

Strong knowledge of construction safety processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Construction logistics software

Scheduling software

Job description

Job Locations: US-PA-Philadelphia | US-NJ-Newark | US-NC-Raleigh | US-MD-Baltimore | US-IL-Chicago | US-WI-Milwaukee

Requisition ID: 2026-12570

Category: Superintendent

Cleanroom Superintendent - Pharma

Oversees on‑site activities for a $50M+ pharmaceutical project, ensuring strict compliance with industry‑specific quality, safety, and cleanliness standards on a 100% on‑site basis. The position requires daily presence at the Chicagoland project site and offers subsistence or relocation.

Who are you?

You act inclusively, showing empathy and treating others with respect and dignity to uphold a “People First” culture. You listen to understand, communicate clearly, solve problems, prioritize, and collaborate to achieve excellence. You are a self‑starter who delivers results and identifies value‑adding solutions.

What’s in it for you?

Gilbane offers multi‑dimensional training through Gilbane University, a supportive team, and a focus on leadership and technical skill development.

Responsibilities

• Direct the day‑to‑day coordination of trade contractors and subcontractors to ensure high‑quality work that meets the approved project schedule.
• Develop, document, and communicate the work plan regarding changes made in the field.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents to proactively anticipate potential problems.
• Obtain or verify that subcontractors obtain all necessary permits for construction purposes.
• Establish credibility among owners, trade contractors, unions, and other project partners by maintaining a fair and trustworthy environment.
• Act as the primary safety representative in the field and enforce safety compliance with all trades.
• Lead contractor meetings on a regular basis.
• Maintain daily reports and documentation using software tools.
• Create, manage, and update the project schedule, and implement contingency plans when necessary.
• Communicate schedule status, updates, and changes to the project team and trade contractors.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage jobsite logistics.
• Develop the Quality in Construction (QIC) plan in partnership with the Operations Excellence team, oversee the plan, and implement necessary changes.
• Communicate with Site Services/Next 150 to order materials and schedule crew.
• Train direct report Field Engineers and Superintendents on project needs, construction knowledge, and business acumen.
• Review and support writing scopes of work and participate in buyout.
• Assist in Time and Materials (T&M) tracking.
• Lead stretch and flex, daily huddle, and pre‑task plan reviews.
• Assist in general requirements financial forecasting.
• Collaborate closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies and client deliverables, strengthening relationships that position Gilbane as the Builder of Choice.
• Train direct reports on processes, procedures, and completion of daily tasks.
• Manage workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with overall company standards.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members.
• Aid in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports.
• May be required to assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions.

Qualifications

Experience / Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• 7–12 years of experience leading a component of work or a whole project for a value of $30M+ on commercial or industrial construction projects in a superintendent role.
• Previous experience with clean rooms, pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratories, or research & development facilities is required.
• OSHA 30‑hour certification.
• STS‑C certification.
• First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed training.
• Or equivalent combination of education and 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.
• Knowledge of a 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 tradespeople work with an incident and injury‑free attitude.

Salary and Compensation

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience, internal equity, and team alignment. Pay ranges from $113,700 to $177,000 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers a competitive health and welfare benefits package, a generous profit‑sharing/401(k) plan, and investment in employee education through Gilbane University. Qualified applicants must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gilbane is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.