Lead Construction Superintendent

Overview

The
Lead Construction Superintendent is responsible for the execution and oversight of an assigned Next 150 trade, scope, or major operational feature of the project in a standalone capacity. This role provides direct field leadership and accountability for ensuring that all assigned work is performed in accordance with approved scope, safety requirements, quality standards, schedule commitments, and budget expectations.

This role coordinates closely with the General Superintendent to plan, execute, and monitor work activities, ensuring disciplined adherence to approved work plans, proactive safety and quality control, effective workforce coordination, and consistent communication with field supervision and project stakeholders.

• Directs the day-to-day execution and coordination of assigned Next 150 trades, scopes, and self-performed work to ensure safe, high-quality production in accordance with approved scope, schedule, and work plans
• Develops, documents, and communicates detailed work plans for assigned scopes and ensures that all field changes are properly reviewed, documented, safety planned, and authorized prior to execution
• Maintains a thorough understanding of contract documents, specifications, and coordination requirements in order to plan work effectively and anticipate potential issues
• Obtains or verifies that all required permits, inspections, and compliance documentation are secured and maintained for assigned scopes
• Establishes and maintains credibility with Owners, Gilbane leadership, trade contractors, unions, and field personnel through fair, professional, and consistent leadership; verifies safety compliance for assigned trades and field activities, acts as the primary Next 150 safety representative for assigned scopes, and enforces applicable safety and quality control policies; leads contractor meetings related to assigned scopes and coordinates activities with project and field leadership
• Maintains accurate daily field reports, safety documentation, and records using required construction management systems
• Creates, manages, and updates scope-level schedules and implements contingency plans as necessary to maintain commitments; communicates schedule status, constraints, and changes to the General Superintendent, Project Team, and affected Trade Contractors
• Plans, coordinates, and manages job site logistics for assigned scopes, including access, material flow, temporary facilities, and sequencing
• Oversees quality execution for assigned scopes and implements corrective actions to maintain compliance with project and company standards
• Assists in resolving jurisdictional disputes and field-level conflicts within assigned scopes
• Tracks production, labor hours, and productivity metrics for assigned work and reports variances
• Executes self-perform operations, workforce planning, and quantification of labor, materials, and equipment needs for assigned scopes
• Supports forecasting and cost-of-work projections in coordination with the General Superintendent and Project Management
• 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

• Leverage Business Insights – Understand and act on industry trends, local market and economic conditions and our business model to make decisions and create competitive advantage.
• Deploy a Strategic Mindset – Take a broad, global perspective when considering proactive solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that might develop in the future.
• Display Emotional Intelligence – Demonstrate the capacity to recognize feelings and patterns of behavior and those of others. Manage emotions effectively in ourselves and our relationships.
• Build High Performing Teams – Attract, select, develop, recognize, and retain talented individuals. Utilize motivation and discipline to maximize performance and impact on the organization.
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