Jobsite Superintendent

GMi; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Training & development

Job summary

GMi is looking for a General Superintendent in San Antonio, Texas. This role involves overseeing project safety, quality control, and management of field operations. Strong experience in construction and effective communication are essential. GMi offers a competitive salary and benefits including 401(k) matching and profit sharing.

Join a growing employee-owned company dedicated to excellence in drywall and commercial construction since 1978.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceiling, and exterior cladding trades.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Knowledge of construction budgeting and contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead jobsite safety efforts and enforce standards.
• Oversee quality control and manage field operations.
• Supervise field personnel and subcontractors to ensure efficiency.

Skills

Construction safety knowledge

Leadership

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Technical knowledge of building components

Education

OSHA 30-hour certification

Tools

PC and Windows software (Excel, Word)

Job description

We’re Hiring: General Superintendent

Overview

The Jobsite Superintendent for GMi is a key component of the continuing success of the company. This integral position is responsible for overseeing all aspects that relate directly to the field and the general success of a project, with the three key components being SAFETY, QUALITY, & PERFORMANCE. This multi-functional role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, excellent communication, problem-solving, time management, and the ability to follow through with a plan of action.

What You’ll Do

• Lead jobsite safety efforts by conducting daily inspections, enforcing safety standards, and partnering with company leadership to maintain a proactive safety culture.
• Oversee and implement quality control standards to ensure every project meets GMI expectations and client requirements.
• Manage field operations to ensure projects stay on budget, on schedule, and aligned with contract documents and specifications.
• Track production, monitor unit costs, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and sequencing.
• Supervise field personnel, equipment, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure proper coordination and performance.
• Audit job progress, payroll accuracy, manpower allocation, and material usage to maintain accountability and productivity.
• Train, mentor, and develop field employees while reinforcing company policies and procedures.
• Build strong working relationships with General Contractors and project stakeholders.
• Identify potential issues early and take decisive action to protect safety, quality, schedule, and profitability.
• Attend leadership and safety meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• Effective understanding and implementation of construction safety, including OSHA and other regulations, with a strong history of safety excellence.
• Must have or be enrolled in OSHA 30 hour.
• Strong experience in the construction field specifically the drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceiling, and exterior cladding trades.
• Effective communication capabilities, both written and verbal, with the ability to follow through on documentation.
• Knowledge of architectural design and planning principles and procedures with technical knowledge of building components and their function.
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints and/or technical manuals.
• Knowledge of the operating practices of construction, architectural, and building firms, including the understanding of federal, state, and local building codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Knowledge of construction contract documents and specifications.
• Knowledge of construction budgeting, specifically able to work with GMi’s budgeting procedures.
• Strong organizational skills including defining, acquiring, deploying, and managing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to perform site inspections and/or approve installations.
• Skill in the use of computers, specifically with a PC, Windows-based operating, e-mail, Excel, and Word.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

About GMi

GMi is a 100% employee-owned, client relationship driven, turnkey drywall, framing, and acoustical commercial construction company that has been operating throughout the State of Texas since 1978 with offices in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Austin, Houston and San Antonio. GMi’s market sectors include multi-family, hospitality, medical, religious, entertainment, mission critical, retail and industrial.

Learn more about us at www.gmitexas.com

Why GMi

• Company benefits such as 401K, Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Profit-sharing & ESOP
• Project Performance Bonus Program
• Employee Development Programs
• Competitive & team-oriented culture
• Fast-paced career growth

We look forward to hearing from you, but please understand that we will be contacting those who are applicable for the role.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes applications from all individuals.