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Lead SuperintendentGilbane Building Company • Washington, DC, US
Lead Superintendent

Lead Superintendent

Gilbane Building Company • Washington, DC, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Lead Superintendent

Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth opportunity? Gilbane is seeking a Lead Superintendent to be responsible for independently managing all field operations on a $5-$50M project or supporting an area on a larger project. This position will be on the job site every day and will fill a key role on the project team.

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, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

You are someone who acts 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 alternatives for solutions, and you demonstrate adaptability by collaborating with others and supporting team members to achieve excellence. A self-starter who shows passion, commitment, and ownership all while delivering on business outcomes and driving results. You're someone who identifies opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value-add solutions.

Your core values match Gilbane's : Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader.

Responsibilities

Directs the day-to-day coordination of Gilbane's trade contractors and their sub-contractors to ensure high-quality work that meets the approved project schedule.

Develops, documents, and communicates the work plan regarding changes made in the field.

Maintains a thorough understanding of contract documents in order to proactively anticipate potential problems.

Obtains or verifies that subcontractors obtain all necessary permits for construction purposes.

Establishes credibility among owners, trade contractors, unions, and other project partners by maintaining a fair and trustworthy environment.

Acts as primary safety representative in the field and enforces safety compliance with all trades.

Leads contractor meetings on a regular basis.

Maintains daily reports and documentation using software tools.

Creates, manages, and updates the project schedule, creating and implementing contingency plans when necessary.

Communicates schedule status, updates and changes to project team and trade contractors.

Plans, coordinates, and manages jobsite logistics.

Develops the Quality in Construction (QIC) plan in partnership with the Operations Excellence team, oversees the plan and implements necessary changes.

Communicates with Site Services / Next 150 to order materials and schedule crew.

Trains direct report Field Engineers and Superintendents on project needs, construction knowledge, and business acumen.

Reviews and supports writing scopes of work and participates in buyout.

Assists in Time and Materials (T&M) tracking.

Leads stretch and flex, daily huddle, and pre-task plan reviews.

Assists in general requirements financial forecasting.

Collaborates closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies including performance metrics on your assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables. Actively participates in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that position Gilbane as the "Builder of Choice."

Trains direct reports on processes, procedures, and completion of daily tasks.

Manages workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with overall company standards.

Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members.

Aids in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports.

May be required to assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management.

7-12 years of experience leading a component of work or whole commercial / industrial construction project(s) in a superintendent role.

OSHA 30-hour certified.

STS-C Certification.

First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed Training.

Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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 suite of construction software tools, including logistics and scheduling software.

Construction-document and drawing literate, with knowledge of all phases of construction.

Experience and proficiency in most 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 trades people work with an incident and injury free attitude.

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and / or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

For Arlington, VA this ranges from $121,400.00 - $165,000.00 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.

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.

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations : Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.

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