Sr General Superintendent - Pharma

Exclusive opportunity to join Gilbane Building as a Senior General Superintendent – Pharma.

Gilbane is seeking a Senior General Superintendent – Pharma to manage all field operations on one or more large projects. This position requires daily presence on site and will play a key role on the project team. The role is considered a traveler.

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 build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace.

You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset, provides feedback and guidance, establishes priorities, delegates work, communicates progress, and builds high‑performing teams. You leverage business insights to make critical decisions, deploy a strategic mindset, and live Gilbane's core values:
Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Tough mindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

Gilbane offers multi‑dimensional training through Gilbane University, an award‑winning training organization. You will work with experienced teams, gain leadership and technical skills, and protect and promote Gilbane’s and clients’ interests.

• Direct and coordinate trade contractors and sub‑contractors ensuring high‑quality work that meets approved project schedule.
• Supervise and develop the project team.
• Manage project budget for general conditions and Next 150/Site Services.
• Document and communicate work plan regarding changes made in the field.
• Lead site walks with owner, architect/engineer, and financial institutions to show construction progress.
• Maintain thorough understanding of contract documents to coordinate trades, plan ahead, and anticipate potential problems.
• Obtain or verify that subcontractors obtain all necessary permits.
• Follow up with authorities having jurisdiction to schedule and complete inspections.
• Act as primary safety representative, monitor safety performance, and verify compliance with all trades.
• Develop safety strategies and drive safety culture across all project personnel.
• Conduct maintenance and planning of “workarounds,” shutdowns, and tie‑ins.
• Lead contractor meetings.
• Accountable for review, completion, and accuracy of daily reports.
• Communicate schedule status, updates, and changes to project team and trade contractors.
• Coordinate and manage jobsite logistics.
• Develop the Quality in Construction (QIC) plan with the Operations Excellence team.
• Resolve jurisdictional disputes with support of BU leadership.
• Establish credibility among owners, trade contractors, unions, and other partners.
• Manage Next 150/Site Services material and crew needs.
• Mentor and develop junior project team members.
• Actively engage or lead 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 and flex, and daily huddle.
• Lead and develop ground‑up construction with foundation experience.
• Engage in community, growing and fostering local market relationships.
• Partner with business development to integrate with sales strategies.
• Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage.
• Interpret and translate organizational strategy to team.
• Assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions (if required).

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• 15+ years of experience on $50M–$100M+ commercial/industrial construction projects or multiple projects in a lead superintendent role.
• Previous experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing facility construction required.
• OSHA 30‑hour certification.
• STS‑C certification.
• First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the…