General Superintendent

Gilbane Building; South Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

Profit-sharing/401k plan

Extensive training opportunities through Gilbane University

Job summary

Gilbane Building in South Carolina is seeking a General Superintendent to lead on-site activities for commercial/industrial construction projects up to $100M. Responsibilities include managing trade contractors, developing safety strategies, and ensuring project quality and budget adherence. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management, along with 10–15 years of experience in a lead role. Competitive benefits available.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience on $30–$100 million commercial/industrial construction project(s) or multiple projects in a lead superintendent role.
• OSHA 30-hour certified.
• STS-C Certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct the day-to-day coordination of Gilbane’s trade contractors and sub-contractors.
• Manage the project budget for general conditions and site services.
• Develop safety strategies and drive safety culture across all project personnel.

Skills

Strong technical and communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent problem-solving skills

Ability to participate in sales process

Ability to work in a team environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

industry standard construction software tools

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth opportunity? Gilbane is seeking a General Superintendent to be responsible for independently managing all field operations on a project up to $100M. This position will be on the job site every day and will fill a key role on the project team.

Who We Are

Gilbane is a Top‑10 ENR Contractor and a family‑owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on‑time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more.

Who You Are

You are a coach/leader with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel. You determine priorities, delegate work, and communicate progress. You establish measures to assess impact, quality, and timeliness while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high‑performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talent. You leverage business insights to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the day‑to‑day coordination of Gilbane’s trade contractors and sub‑contractors to ensure high‑quality work that meets the approved project schedule
• Manage the project budget for general conditions and site services
• 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
• Act as primary safety representative in the field and enforce safety compliance with all trades
• Develop safety strategies and drive safety culture across all project personnel
• Conduct maintenance and planning of workarounds, shutdowns, and tie‑ins
• Establish credibility among owners, trade contractors, unions, and other project partners by maintaining a fair and trustworthy environment
• Resolve jurisdictional disputes with support from the Sr General Superintendent or Construction Executive
• Lead contractor meetings on a regular basis
• Maintain daily reports and documentation using software tools
• Create, manage, and update the project schedule, creating and implementing contingency plans when necessary
• Communicate schedule status, updates, and changes to 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
• Manage Next150/Site Services material and crew needs
• Train direct report Field Engineers and Superintendents on project needs, construction knowledge, and business acumen
• Assist in development, pre‑planning, and pre‑construction/construction to write scopes of work and participate in buyout
• Administer Time and Materials (T&M) tracking
• Lead stretch and flex, daily huddle, and pre‑task plans
• Engage in the community, growing and fostering relationships in the local market
• Collaborate closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies, including performance metrics on your assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables. Actively participate in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry 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

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• 10–15 years of experience on $30–$100 million commercial/industrial construction project(s) or multiple projects in a lead superintendent role
• OSHA 30‑hour certified
• 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 participate in sales process, interviews, and presentations
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other industry standard construction software tools
• Construction‑document and drawing literate, with knowledge of all phases of construction
• Must have experience and proficiency in all divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling, and cost control
• Familiarity with Pull Planning Process
• Must have strong knowledge and appreciation of construction safety processes and ability to enforce the project safety plan
• Must be able to create an environment where safety first is the culture and all trades people work with an incident‑free attitude
• Must have experience supervising a project team

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits, a generous profit‑sharing/401k plan, and extensive training opportunities through Gilbane University. Qualified applicants who receive an offer must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.

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.