Senior General Superintendent

Gilbane Building; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health and welfare benefits

Generous profit-sharing/401k plan

Training opportunities through Gilbane University

Job summary

Gilbane Building is seeking a Senior General Superintendent in Los Angeles, CA, to manage all field operations for large construction projects. You will direct trade contractors, ensure high-quality work, and maintain safety standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and relevant certifications.

This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $170,000 to $250,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience on $50 million-$100+ million construction projects.
• OSHA 30-hour certified.
• STS-C Certification, First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed Training.

Responsibilities

• Manage all field operations on one or more large projects.
• Direct and coordinate trade contractors to ensure high-quality work.
• Lead site walks and maintain thorough understanding of contract documents.
• Act as primary safety representative in the field.

Skills

Technical & communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Team leadership

Construction safety processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction software tools

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth opportunity? Gilbane is seeking a Senior General Superintendent to be responsible for managing all field operations on one or more large projects. 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. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award‑winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader.

Responsibilities

• Directs & coordinates Gilbane’s trade contractors and their sub‑contractors to ensure high‑quality work that meets the approved project schedule
• Supervises and develops the project team
• Manages the project budget for general conditions and Next 150/Site Services
• Develops, documents, & communicates the work plan regarding changes made in the field
• Leads site walks with the owner, architect/engineer, and financial institutions to show construction progress
• Maintains a thorough understanding of contract documents to coordinate trades, plan ahead, and proactively anticipate potential problems
• Obtains or verifies that subcontractors obtain all necessary permits for construction purposes
• Follows‑up with the appropriate Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) to schedule & complete necessary inspections
• Acts as primary safety representative in the field, monitoring safety performance & verifying safety compliance with all trades
• Develops safety strategies & drives safety culture across all project personnel
• Conducts maintenance & planning of “workarounds,” shutdowns & tie‑ins
• Leads contractor meetings
• Accountable for review, completion, & accuracy of daily reports
• Communicates schedule status, updates, & changes to project team & trade contractors
• Coordinates & manages jobsite logistics
• Develops the Quality in Construction (QIC) plan in partnership with the Operations Excellence team, oversees the plan & implements necessary changes
• Resolves jurisdictional disputes with support of Business Unit (BU) leadership
• Establishes credibility among owners, trade contractors, unions, & other project partners by maintaining a fair & trustworthy environment
• Manages Next 150/Site Services material & crew needs
• Mentors & develops junior project team members on project needs, construction knowledge, & business acumen
• Actively engages or leads the Superintendent peer group
• Leads technical trainings for continued education
• Participates in business development, project pursuits, and preconstruction needs, including writing scopes of work & participating in buyout
• Administers Time & Materials (T&M) tracking
• Leads or delegates stretch & flex, and daily huddle
• Leads & develops ground up construction with foundation experience
• Engages in the community, growing & fostering relationships in the local market
• Partners with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies, client capture plans & account plans. Optimizes profit levers & gross profit margin tactics to achieve performance targets on new sales. Leads opportunities to strengthen client, partner, & industry relationships that help position Gilbane as the Builder of Choice
• Responsible for the career development & coaching of team members
• Fosters a positive & inclusive work environment to motivate & engage team members
• Interprets & translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals
• May be required to assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• 15+ years of experience on $50 million‑$100+ million education/healthcare/public/commercial 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 & communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent problem‑solving skills & ability to adapt to changing needs
• Ability to participate in sales process, interviews, & presentations
• Ability to lead in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office & other industry standard construction software tools
• Construction‑document & drawing literate, with knowledge of all phases of construction
• Familiarity with Pull Planning Process
• Experience & proficiency in all divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling, & cost control
• Strong knowledge & appreciation of construction safety processes & ability to enforce the project safety plan
• Ability to create an environment where “safety first” is the culture and all trades people work with an incident & injury free attitude
• Must be experienced supervising & leading a larger project team
• Knowledge of labor relations

Compensation & Benefits

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

For Los Angeles, CA this ranges from $170,000.00 – $250,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit‑sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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. A physical demands and working conditions summary is available. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.