Superintendent - Pharmaceutical Construction - Raleigh, NC

Michael Page; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck

Fuel card / gas reimbursement

Cell phone and computer

ESOP equity participation

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

MPI seeks an experienced Superintendent to lead pharmaceutical construction projects in the Greater Raleigh and RTP region, overseeing regulated manufacturing and cleanroom environments.

This role drives the growth of a new North Carolina operation, partnering with project management and engineering teams to deliver multi-site initiatives, including a $10M renovation, while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Superintendent on pharmaceutical construction projects.
• Experience in highly regulated manufacturing or cleanroom environments.
• Experience with aseptic packaging and stainless steel process systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Willingness to travel throughout the Greater Raleigh and RTP market.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Superintendent role on pharmaceutical projects in Raleigh/RTP.
• Oversee site operations, safety, scheduling, quality control, and trade coordination.
• Manage cleanroom, aseptic packaging, and stainless steel systems.
• Coordinate packaging operations and facility renovations.
• Build relationships with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Identify and drive solutions to maintain schedule and scope.
• Support growth of the North Carolina operation and market expansion.
• Collaborate with PM and Engineering teams across multiple projects.
• Lead a $10M pharmaceutical renovation and pursue additional opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and zero-incident culture.

Skills

Superintendent experience

Pharmaceutical construction

Leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Travel willingness

Communication skills

Independent work

Safety leadership

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead pharmaceutical construction projects throughout the Greater Raleigh and Research Triangle Park market. This role offers the opportunity to help establish and grow a new regional presence while overseeing highly regulated manufacturing and cleanroom environments.

Our client is a well-established employee-owned construction management and general contracting firm with a strong reputation for quality, safety, and long-term client partnerships. Known for investing in its people and promoting from within, the organization offers a collaborative culture and significant career growth opportunities.

Description

• Serve as the lead Superintendent on pharmaceutical and advanced manufacturing projects throughout the Raleigh and RTP region.
• Oversee day-to-day site operations, safety, scheduling, quality control, and trade partner coordination.
• Manage highly regulated cleanroom, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and aseptic processing environments.
• Coordinate work involving stainless steel systems, packaging operations, and specialised facility renovations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Proactively identify jobsite issues and drive solutions to keep projects on schedule and within scope.
• Support the growth of a new North Carolina operation and play a key leadership role in market expansion.
• Collaborate closely with project management and engineering teams, with the ability to support multiple project functions during the initial growth phase.
• Lead a high-probability pharmaceutical renovation project valued at approximately $10M, with additional opportunities across Raleigh, RTP, Clayton, Greenville, and Charlotte.
• Ensure adherence to company safety standards and maintain a strong zero-incident culture.

Profile

• Proven experience as a Superintendent on pharmaceutical construction projects.
• Strong background working in highly regulated manufacturing or cleanroom environments.
• Experience with aseptic packaging, stainless steel process systems, and pharmaceutical production facilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate numerous stakeholders simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence addressing challenges directly and professionally.
• Strong leadership abilities with experience managing subcontractors and field teams.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership in a growing regional operation.
• Knowledge of Project Manager and Project Engineer responsibilities is strongly preferred.
• Willingness to travel throughout the Greater Raleigh and RTP market as required.

Job Offer

• Base Salary: up to $150k
• Vehicle Allowance: Company truck plus fuel reimbursement/gas card.
• Cell phone and computer
• Become a foundational leader in a growing North Carolina operation.
• Join a 100% employee-owned company offering ESOP equity participation.
• Work for an established contractor with more than 40 years of industry success.
• Build your career within a supportive culture focused on leadership development and promotion opportunities.

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.