Pharma Cleanroom Superintendent — Onsite Leader

Gilbane Building Company; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 113,700 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gilbane University training

Competitive benefits

401k/Profit sharing

On-site role

Job summary

Gilbane Building Company seeks a Cleanroom Superintendent to independently manage on-site activities on a $50M project, ensuring strict quality, safety, and cleanliness standards. This on-site role requires relocation or subsistence with first project in Chicagoland.

You will lead trade coordination, schedule development, and safety enforcement, while building relationships with owners, contractors, and partners. Experience in clean rooms/pharma labs is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• 7-12 years of experience leading a component of work or whole project for a value of $30 million or larger on commercial/industrial construction project(s) in a superintendent role
• Previous experience with clean rooms, pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratories, or research & development facilities is required
• OSHA 30-hour certified
• STS-C Certification
• First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed Training
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Directs 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
• Develops, documents, and communicates the work plan regarding changes made in the field
• Maintains a thorough understanding of contract documents in order to proactively anticipate potential problems
• Obtains or verifies that subcontractors obtain all necessary permits for construction purposes
• Establishes credibility among owners, trade contractors, unions, and other project partners by maintaining a fair and trustworthy environment
• Acts as primary safety representative in the field and enforces safety compliance with all trades
• Leads contractor meetings on a regular basis
• Maintains daily reports and documentation using software tools
• Creates, manages, and updates the project schedule, creating and implementing contingency plans when necessary
• Communicates schedule status, updates and changes to project team and trade contractors
• Plans, coordinates, and manages jobsite logistics
• Develops the Quality in Construction (QIC) plan in partnership with the Operations Excellence team, oversees the plan and implements necessary changes
• Communicates with Site Services/Next 150 to order materials and schedule crew
• Trains direct report Field Engineers and Superintendents on project needs, construction knowledge, and business acumen
• Reviews and supports writing scopes of work and participates in buyout
• Assists in Time and Materials (T&M) tracking
• Leads stretch and flex, daily huddle, and pre-task plan reviews
• Assists in general requirements financial forecasting
• Collaborates closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies including performance metrics on your assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables. Actively participates in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that position Gilbane as the "Builder of Choice"
• Trains direct reports on processes, procedures, and completion of daily tasks
• Manages workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with overall company standards
• Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
• Aids in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports
• May be required to assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions

Skills

Strong technical skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Safety leadership

Microsoft Office proficiency

Scheduling knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

OSHA 30-hour certified

STS-C Certification

First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed Training

Tools

Construction software tools (logistics & scheduling)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gilbane Building Company seeks a Cleanroom Superintendent to independently manage on-site activities on a $50M project, ensuring strict quality, safety, and cleanliness standards. This on-site role requires relocation or subsistence with first project in Chicagoland.

You will lead trade coordination, schedule development, and safety enforcement, while building relationships with owners, contractors, and partners. Experience in clean rooms/pharma labs is required.