General Superintendent - Data Center

Gilbane Building

The Role

Overview

Oversee day-to-day field operations for a $100M+ data center project

Key Responsibilities

  • safety compliance
  • schedule management
  • budget management
  • jobsite logistics
  • daily reporting
  • trade coordination

Tasks

-Develops safety strategies and drives safety culture across all project personnel -Trains direct reports on processes, procedures, and completion of daily tasks -Plans, coordinates, and manages jobsite logistics -Obtains or verifies that subcontractors obtain all necessary permits for construction purposes -Trains direct report Field Engineers and Superintendents on project needs, construction knowledge, and business acumen -Manages the project budget for general conditions and site services -Develops, documents, and communicates the work plan regarding changes made in the field -Resolves jurisdictional disputes with support from the Sr General Superintendent or Construction Executive -Maintains daily reports and documentation using software tools -Leads stretch and flex, daily huddle, and pre-task plans -Administers Time and Materials (T&M) tracking -Creates, manages, and updates the project schedule, creating and implementing contingency plans when necessary -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” -Communicates schedule status, updates, and changes to project team and trade contractors -Develops the Quality in Construction (QIC) plan in partnership with the Operations Excellence team, oversees the plan and implements necessary changes -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 -Manages workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with overall company standards -Conducts maintenance and planning of “workarounds,” shutdowns and tie-ins -Maintains a thorough understanding of contract documents in order to proactively anticipate potential problems -Assists in development, preplanning, and preconstruction/construction to write scopes of work and participate in buyout -Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members -Establishes credibility among owners, trade contractors, unions, and other project partners by maintaining a fair and trustworthy environment -May be required to assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions -Aids in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports -Manages Next150/Site Services material and crew needs -Acts as primary safety representative in the field and enforces safety compliance with all trades -Engages in the community, growing and fostering relationships in the local market -Leads contractor meetings on a regular basis

Requirements

  • sts-c
  • bachelor’s degree
  • osha 30-hour
  • microsoft office
  • pull planning
  • data center

What You Bring

-Strong technical and communication skills -Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing needs -Ability to participate in sales process, interviews, and presentations -Must have strong knowledge and appreciation of construction safety processes and ability to enforce the project safety plan -STS-C Certification -Excellent organizational skills -Must be able to create an environment where “safety first” is the culture and all trades people work with an incident and injury free attitude -Construction-document and drawing literate, with knowledge of all phases of construction -Proficient in Microsoft Office and other industry standard construction software tools -Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management -Familiarity with Pull Planning Process -Must have experience supervising a project team -Ability to work in a team environment -First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed Training -Or equivalent combination of education and experience -Hyperscale Data Center experience is required -Must have experience and proficiency in all divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling, and cost control -OSHA 30-hour certified -10-15 years of experience on $30-$100 million+ commercial/industrial construction project(s) or multiple projects in a lead superintendent role

The Company

About Gilbane Building

-Provides construction management and real estate development solutions across various sectors. -Excels in delivering complex projects in commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and government sectors. -Known for precision in managing both large and small-scale projects. -Earns recognition for quality, safety, and sustainability in the construction industry. -Shapes skylines and communities through impactful projects. -Collaborates with all stakeholders to ensure successful project completion.

Sector Specialisms

Commercial Office

Multi-unit Residential

High Rise Residential

Cultural

Education

Healthcare

Public Sector

Mission Critical

Science and Technology

Security Clearance

-qualified applicants must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.