Superintendent

Gilbane Building; New York (NY); On-site; USD 106,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Profit-sharing/401k plan

Gilbane University training

Job summary

Gilbane Building seeks a Superintendent to independently supervise a scope of trade contractors on high‑value projects. The role is on the job site daily and advances career growth through Gilbane University and a strong project team.

The ideal candidate will have 4–10 years in superintendent roles on $15–$30M commercial/industrial projects, OSHA 30-hour and STS-C certifications, and a commitment to safety and excellence. NYC candidates are welcome.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• 4–10 years in superintendent on $15–$30M projects.
• OSHA 30-hour certified.
• STS-C certification.
• First Aid/CPR/AED/Stop the Bleed training.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day coordination of trade partners to meet schedule.
• Develop, document, and communicate the field work plan for changes.
• Maintain contract documents and anticipate potential problems.
• Lead contractor meetings and manage daily reports.
• Create and update the project schedule and contingencies.
• Uphold safety and enforce the project safety plan.
• Coordinate materials and crew scheduling with Site Services.
• Mentor junior Field Engineers on project needs.
• Assist in writing scopes of work and buyout.
• Support Time and Materials tracking.

Skills

Technical skills

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Teamwork

MS Office

Scheduling software

Drawing literacy

Cost control

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Scheduling software

Microsoft Office

Construction software tools

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth? Gilbane is seeking a Superintendent to independently supervise an area of trade contractors with work valued up to $30M. 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. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Who are you?

You act inclusively, showing empathy and treating others with respect and dignity in order to uphold Gilbane’s core value of Caring and “People First” workplace culture. You seek to listen in order to understand and can convey information clearly. You’re a strong problem solver who can identify, prioritize, and implement solutions, and you demonstrate adaptability by collaborating with others and supporting team members to achieve excellence.

You are a self-starter who shows passion, commitment, and ownership, while delivering on business outcomes and driving results. You identify opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that add value.

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 our award‑winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. You will work with an experienced team and have opportunities to learn new industry skills every day.

Responsibilities

• Direct the day‑to‑day coordination of Gilbane’s trade partners and their subcontractors to ensure high‑quality work that meets the approved project schedule
• Develop, document, and communicate the work plan regarding changes made in the field
• Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents to proactively anticipate potential problems
• Participate in constructability review and identify change impacts
• Obtain or verify that subcontractors obtain all necessary permits for construction purposes
• Act as primary safety representative in the field
• Establish credibility among owners, trade contractors, unions, and other project partners by maintaining a fair and trustworthy environment
• Lead contractor meetings on a regular basis
• Maintain daily reports and documentation using software tools
• Create, manage, and update the project schedule, creating and implementing contingency plans when necessary
• Communicate schedule status, updates and changes to project team and trade contractors
• Plan, coordinate, and manage jobsite logistics
• Oversee project quality plan, complete inspections, and implement necessary changes
• Communicate with Site Services/Next 150 to order materials and schedule crew
• Coach and mentor less Field Engineers on project needs, construction knowledge, and business acumen
• Understand scopes of work; assist in writing scopes of work and participate in buyout
• Assist in Time and Materials (T&M) tracking
• Lead stretch and flex, daily huddle, and pre‑task plan reviews
• Support a positive and inclusive work environment
• May be required to assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• 4–10 years of experience on $15–$30 million or larger commercial/industrial construction projects in a superintendent role
• OSHA 30‑hour certified
• STS‑C certification
• First Aid, CPR, AED, and Stop the Bleed training
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong technical and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to adapt to changing needs
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to collaborate on a daily basis with the project team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of construction software tools, including scheduling software
• Construction‑document and drawing literate, with knowledge of all phases of construction
• Experience and proficiency in multiple divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling, and cost control
• Strong knowledge and appreciation of construction safety processes and ability to enforce the project safety plan
• Ability to create an environment where “safety first” is the culture and all tradespeople work with an incident‑ and injury‑free attitude
• Understanding of general requirements and financial forecasting

Compensation

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as internal equity and alignment with the team. For New York City, salaries range from $106,000 to $133,000 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.

Equity & Inclusion

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. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

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