General Superintendent

Gilbane; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading construction firm as a General Superintendent in sunny Florida, managing multi-million dollar projects. You'll lead field operations, ensure safety compliance, and foster a positive work environment while developing your leadership skills through training opportunities.

Benefits

Multi-dimensional training opportunities

Award-winning Gilbane University

Competitive health and welfare benefits

Generous profit-sharing/401k plan

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience managing $30-$100 million projects.
• OSHA 30-hour certification required.
• Healthcare Construction experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily coordination of trade contractors.
• Manage project budget for general conditions.
• Lead contractor meetings regularly.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction software

Job description

Overview

Join the growing Gilbane team in sunny, Southwest Florida as we build our diverse portfolio of multi-million dollar projects across the state!

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 are we?

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is 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!

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Who Are You?

You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual.

You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future.

Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

What’s in it for you?

Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources throughout their career. While managing your responsibilities to the project, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, General Superintendents work under the direction of experienced Sr. General Superintendents, Project Managers, and Project Executives on each job site, providing opportunities to learn new industry skills every day. You will promote Gilbane’s industry-recognized safety standards, coordinate the work of trade contractors, and participate in daily project meetings.

Responsibilities

1. Direct 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.
2. Manage the project budget for general conditions and site services.
3. Develop, document, and communicate the work plan regarding changes made in the field.
4. Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents to proactively anticipate potential problems.
5. Obtain or verify that subcontractors obtain all necessary permits for construction purposes.
6. Act as primary safety representative in the field and enforce safety compliance with all trades.
7. Develop safety strategies and foster a safety culture across all project personnel.
8. Conduct maintenance and planning of “workarounds,” shutdowns, and tie-ins.
9. Establish credibility among owners, trade contractors, unions, and other project partners by maintaining a fair and trustworthy environment.
10. Resolve jurisdictional disputes with support from the Sr. General Superintendent or Construction Executive.
11. Lead contractor meetings regularly.
12. Maintain daily reports and documentation using software tools.
13. Create, manage, and update the project schedule, including contingency plans when necessary.
14. Communicate schedule status, updates, and changes to the project team and trade contractors.
15. Plan, coordinate, and manage jobsite logistics.
16. Develop the Quality in Construction (QIC) plan in partnership with the Operations Excellence team, oversee its implementation, and make necessary adjustments.
17. Manage Next150/Site Services material and crew needs.
18. Train direct report Field Engineers and Superintendents on project needs, construction knowledge, and business acumen.
19. Assist in development, preplanning, and preconstruction activities, including writing scopes of work and participating in buyout.
20. Administer Time and Materials (T&M) tracking.
21. Lead stretch and flex, daily huddles, and pre-task plans.
22. Engage in community activities, fostering relationships in the local market.
23. Collaborate closely with business development to align sales strategies, performance metrics, and client deliverables, positioning Gilbane as the “Builder of Choice.”
24. Train direct reports on processes, procedures, and daily tasks.
25. Manage workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with company standards.
26. Foster a positive, inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members.
27. Assist in communicating company and department strategies to the team.
28. Perform tasks typically assigned to more junior positions as needed.

Qualifications

Experience/Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• 10-15 years of experience managing $30-$100 million commercial/industrial construction projects or multiple projects in a lead superintendent role.
• OSHA 30-hour certification.
• STS-C Certification.
• First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed Training.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Healthcare Construction experience is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong technical and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing needs.
• Ability to participate in sales processes, interviews, and presentations.
• Teamwork capability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and industry-standard construction software.
• Construction-document and drawing literacy, with knowledge of all phases of construction.
• Experience and proficiency in all divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling, and cost control.
• Familiarity with Pull Planning Process.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety processes and enforcement ability.
• Ability to foster a “safety first” culture among tradespeople.
• Experience supervising a project team.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package including competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education through Gilbane University. Qualified applicants must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.

Note to Recruiters and Agencies: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and will not pay fees for unsolicited submissions. Resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and processed accordingly.