Overview
Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth opportunity? Gilbane is seeking a Lead Superintendent with higher education experience in Fairfield CT to be responsible for an entire trade or the lead of some feature of the job in a stand-alone capacity. Will be responsible for safety, scheduling, budget, quality, and customer satisfaction with that trade or section in its entirety. 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!
What’s in it for you?
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.
* 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
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
* 7-12 years of experience leading a component of work or whole project for a value of $30 million or larger on 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.
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 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 by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For Connecticut, this ranges from $122,600.00-$144,900.00 plus benefits and retirement program.
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.
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