Life Sciences Construction Superintendent — Field Leader

McGrath & Associates, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

McGrath & Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on complex life sciences projects in North Carolina's Research Triangle.

You will coordinate subcontractors, manage schedules, ensure safety and quality, and collaborate with PMs, engineers, and commissioning teams. The role requires 5+ years as a lead Superintendent in life sciences or high-tech construction, strong MEP knowledge, and professional certification (OSHA 30).

Qualifications

• Lead daily field operations on life sciences projects
• Read and interpret complex MEP drawings and submittals
• Develop and maintain 3-week look-ahead schedules
• Coordinate subcontractors, site logistics, manpower, and sequencing
• Maintain a strong safety culture and enforce EHS, cleanroom, and cGMP requirements
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project or Primavera P6
• Degree in Construction Management, Building Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred—equivalent field experience valued
• OSHA 30 required

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field operations on pharmaceutical, cGMP cleanroom, laboratory, biotechnology, life science, and process manufacturing projects
• Coordinate subcontractors, site logistics, manpower, and sequencing of work
• Read and interpret complex MEP drawings, process piping layouts, HVAC systems, controls, and technical submittals
• Develop and maintain 3-week look-ahead schedules and keep critical activities moving
• Coordinate utility tie-ins, shutdowns, and other high-impact field activities
• Maintain a strong safety culture and enforce EHS requirements, cleanroom protocols, and cGMP standards
• Work closely with Project Managers, engineers, commissioning agents, equipment vendors, and trade partners
• Support commissioning and startup activities
• Maintain accurate daily reports, RFIs, safety documentation, and field change information using project software (e.g., Procore)
• Identify potential problems early and work with the project team to find solutions before they impact the schedule

Skills

Field leadership

Communication

Organization

Scheduling

Safety leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

McGrath & Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to lead field operations on complex life sciences projects in North Carolina's Research Triangle.

You will coordinate subcontractors, manage schedules, ensure safety and quality, and collaborate with PMs, engineers, and commissioning teams. The role requires 5+ years as a lead Superintendent in life sciences or high-tech construction, strong MEP knowledge, and professional certification (OSHA 30).