Construction Superintendent - Life Sciences/Healthcare

Michael Page; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Cell phone

Laptop

Paid time off

Sick days

Job summary

Michael Page seeks an experienced Construction Superintendent for healthcare/life sciences and industrial projects in the United States. The candidate will manage day-to-day site operations, supervise subcontractors, and ensure safety, schedule, and budget adherence across large-scale builds.

This role requires strong leadership, communication, and a deep understanding of life sciences or industrial facilities, including clean rooms and specialized equipment installation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a construction superintendent for a commercial general contractor.
• OSHA certification (preferred).
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience leading ground-up construction projects and managing a large team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the on-site team from construction start through project close.
• Identify and help remedy design deficiencies, schedule concerns, and other issues.
• Interpret and communicate contract scope to the site management team.
• Conduct preconstruction meetings with subcontractors before each phase.
• Create and maintain a project production schedule.
• Review and assist in developing subcontractor scopes of work.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Ground-up builds

Job description

We are actively seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent with a strong background in healthcare/life sciences and/or industrial construction to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing complex, large-scale construction projects in the life sciences or industrial sectors.

Our client is not only known for their expertise but also for fostering a positive, collaborative company culture that encourages professional growth, teamwork, and work-life balance. With a history of success and a commitment to maintaining a great work environment, this is an excellent opportunity for a motivated construction leader to take their career to the next level in a supportive and dynamic organization.

Key responsibilities include overseeing the day-to-day operations of the job site, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for managing and supervising subcontractors, coordinating with project managers, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and troubleshooting any issues that may arise during construction. The Superintendent will also play a critical role in scheduling, coordinating materials, and ensuring that the project stays on track.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the unique requirements of life sciences or industrial facilities, such as clean room construction, specialized equipment installation, and adherence to strict safety and regulatory standards. Leadership and communication skills are essential, as you'll be interacting with various stakeholders, including clients, engineers, architects, and subcontractors.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and experienced professional to join a respected team, working on cutting-edge projects in a fast-paced and evolving industry.

Description

• Lead the on-site team from construction start through project close
• Proactively identify and help remedy design deficiencies, schedule concerns, and other project-specific issues.
• Communicate and interpret contract scope to the entire site management team.
• Conduct preconstruction meetings with all subcontractors prior to beginning each phase of work.
• Create and maintain a project production schedule
• Review and assist in developing scopes of work for each subcontractor.
• Administer a Quality Control Plan.
• Review and approve all invoices and requisitions to ensure correct payment to vendor.
• Enforce safety protocols to ensure job site consistently adheres to OSHA safety standards.
• Supervise and evaluate assigned project personnel and maintain a positive work environment
• Communicate regularly with owners, construction managers, other superintendents, and project coordinators to ensure progress is achieved.

Profile

• 5+ years as a construction superintendent for a commercial general contractor
• OSHA certification (preferred)
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Experience leading ground-up construction projects and managing a large team

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary - $110k - $140k+
• Discretionary bonus
• Cell phone and laptop
• Paid time off and sick days

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.