Senior Superintendent - Construction

Michael Page; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle/allowance

Gas card

Annual bonus

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Paid time off & holidays

Career advancement

Long-term project pipeline

Opportunity to build life sciences /Bi

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting a Senior Superintendent to lead complex life sciences construction projects in Southern California, including occupied campuses and clean rooms. You will direct onsite operations, schedule management, subcontractor coordination, and commissioning, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires 10+ years in commercial construction, strong leadership, and proven ability to manage large teams on ground-up or complex TI

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial construction experience
• Experience leading ground-up or complex tenant improvement projects
• Strong knowledge of scheduling, site logistics, quality control, and field management
• Proven ability to manage large subcontractor teams and multiple project stakeholders
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Life sciences, laboratory, pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, semiconductor, or advanced technology project experience
• Experience with clean rooms, cGMP environments, research facilities, or mission-critical spaces
• Proficiency with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Procore, and Bluebeam

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite construction operations from startup through completion
• Develop, manage, and maintain master project schedules
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and field personnel
• Drive site safety initiatives and ensure OSHA compliance
• Manage project logistics, phasing plans, and site sequencing
• Conduct weekly subcontractor coordination and owner meetings
• Oversee quality control and commissioning activities
• Coordinate complex MEP, process piping, laboratory, and equipment installations
• Collaborate with Project Management on budgets, forecasts, procurement, and change management

Skills

10+ years exp

Ground-up/complex TI

Scheduling & site logistics

Subcontractor management

Leadership & communication

Life sciences experience

Clean rooms / cGMP

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Procore & Bluebeam

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

This role will be responsible for site safety, schedule execution, subcontractor coordination, quality control, and client satisfaction while leading project teams through the complexities of occupied campuses, laboratory installations, clean room environments, and MEP-intensive construction.

Client Details

Our client is a leading commercial builder with a strong reputation for delivering complex life sciences, laboratory, pharmaceutical, clean room, and advanced technology projects. As their life sciences portfolio continues to expand, they are seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent to lead sophisticated construction projects throughout Southern California.

Description

Our Senior Superintendent will be resonsible for:

• Lead all onsite construction operations from project startup through completion
• Develop, manage, and maintain master project schedules
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and field personnel
• Drive site safety initiatives and ensure compliance with OSHA standards and company safety programs
• Manage project logistics, phasing plans, and site sequencing
• Conduct weekly subcontractor coordination and owner meetings
• Oversee quality control and commissioning activities
• Coordinate complex MEP, process piping, laboratory, and specialty equipment installations
• Collaborate with Project Management on budgets, forecasts, procurement, and change management

Profile

The ideal Senior Superintendent will have:

• 10+ years of commercial construction experience with significant Superintendent experience
• Experience leading ground-up or complex tenant improvement projects
• Strong knowledge of scheduling, site logistics, quality control, and field management
• Proven ability to manage large subcontractor teams and multiple project stakeholders
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Life sciences, laboratory, pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, semiconductor, or advanced technology project experience
• Experience with clean rooms, cGMP environments, research facilities, or mission-critical spaces
• Proficiency with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Procore, and Bluebeam

Job Offer

We are offering this Project Manager:

• $165,000 - $195,000 Base Salary
• Company Vehicle or Vehicle Allowance
• Gas Card
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Long-term project pipeline with industry-leading clients
• Opportunity to build some of Southern California's most innovative life sciences and biotechnology facilities

Desired Skills and Experience

• Lead all onsite construction operations from project startup through completion
• Develop, manage, and maintain master project schedules
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and field personnel
• Drive site safety initiatives and ensure compliance with OSHA standards and company safety programs

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.