Sr General Superintendent - Data Center

Gilbane Building; New Florence (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health and welfare benefits

Generous profit-sharing/401(k) plan

Investment in education through Gilbane University

Job summary

Gilbane Building is looking for a Senior General Superintendent II - Data Center in New Florence, Missouri. In this role, you will manage field operations for large-scale projects, particularly in hyperscale data centers. The position demands extensive experience, leadership skills, and strong problem-solving abilities. You will supervise teams, ensure quality control, and uphold safety standards. This role offers career growth opportunities and competitive benefits, including a profit-sharing plan and educational investments.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience on $50 million–$100+ million commercial/industrial projects.
• Hyperscale data center experience is required.
• OSHA 30-hour certified.

Responsibilities

• Manage all field operations on large projects.
• Direct trade contractors to ensure high-quality work.
• Communicate schedule updates and changes to the project team.

Skills

Strong technical and communication skills

Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills

Leadership ability in a team environment

Proficient in Microsoft Office and construction software

Knowledge of labor relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Senior General Superintendent II - Data Center

Gilbane is seeking a Senior General Superintendent II - Data Center 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.

Overview

Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth? Gilbane offers a career path that includes multi‑dimensional training, leadership development, and the chance to work on diverse projects such as schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, and sports arenas.

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. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

Who are you?

You are a coach and leader who guides teams with inclusivity and empathy. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel, determine priorities, delegate work, and communicate progress. You build high‑performing teams, leverage business insights, and deploy a strategic mindset for long‑term opportunities and risks.

What’s in it for you?

Gilbane offers employees multi‑dimensional training opportunities through our award‑winning Gilbane University, and the chance to work with an experienced team that enables daily learning. Employees benefit from competitive health and welfare benefits, a generous profit‑sharing/401(k) plan, and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Direct trade contractors and sub‑contractors to ensure high‑quality work meeting the approved project schedule.
• Supervise and develop the project team.
• Manage the project budget for general conditions and Next 150/Site Services.
• Document, communicate, and manage the work plan for changes made in the field.
• Lead site walks with owners, architects/engineers, and financial institutions to show construction progress.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents to coordinate trades and anticipate potential problems.
• Ensure subcontractors obtain all necessary permits for construction purposes.
• Follow up with authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ) to schedule and complete inspections.
• Act as primary safety representative in the field, monitoring safety performance and ensuring compliance.
• Develop safety strategies and drive safety culture across all project personnel.
• Plan and conduct maintenance, workarounds, shutdowns, and tie‑ins.
• Lead contractor meetings and coordinate jobsite logistics.
• Accountable for accuracy of daily reports.
• Communicate schedule status, updates, and changes to the project team and trade contractors.
• Develop the Quality in Construction (QIC) plan with the Operations Excellence team.
• Resolve jurisdictional disputes with Business Unit leadership.
• Establish credibility among owners, trade contractors, unions, and other project partners.
• Manage Next 150/Site Services material and crew needs.
• Mentor and develop junior project team members.
• Engage with the Superintendent peer group.
• Lead technical trainings for continued education.
• Participate in business development, project pursuits, and preconstruction needs.
• Administer Time and Materials (T&M) tracking.
• Lead or delegate stretch, flex, and daily huddles.
• Develop ground‑up construction with foundation experience.
• Engage in the community, fostering local market relationships.
• Partner with business development to integrate sales strategies and client capture plans.
• Lead opportunities to strengthen client and partner relationships.
• Assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions (when required).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• 15+ years of experience on $50 million–$100+ million commercial/industrial projects or multiple projects in a lead superintendent role.
• Hyperscale data center experience is required.
• 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 and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to participate in sales processes, interviews, and presentations.
• Leadership ability in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry‑standard construction software tools.
• Construction‑document and drawing literate with knowledge of all phases of construction.
• Familiarity with Pull Planning Process.
• Experience and proficiency in all divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling, and cost control.
• Strong knowledge and appreciation of construction safety processes.
• Ability to create a safety‑first culture.
• Experience supervising and leading a larger project team.
• Knowledge of labor relations.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits, a generous profit‑sharing/401(k) plan, and investment in education through Gilbane University. Qualified applicants must pass a pre‑employment substance‑abuse test.

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.