Gilbane Building
General Superintendent - Data Center
Gilbane Building, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
General Superintendent - Data Center
Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth opportunity? Gilbane is seeking a General Superintendent to be responsible for independently managing all field operations on a data center project of $100M or more. 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!
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Who Are You? You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel. You determine priorities, delegate work, and communicate progress. You establish measures to assess impact, quality, and timeliness while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high‑performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talent.
You leverage business insights, understand industry trends, local market conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions. You deploy a strategic mindset for future opportunities and risks. Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Tough‑mindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.
What’s in it for you? Gilbane offers multi‑dimensional training opportunities through Gilbane University. You will be able to enroll in trainings to build leadership and technical skills while managing your responsibilities. General Superintendents work under experienced Sr. General Superintendents, Project Managers, and Project Executives, gaining new industry skills daily. You will promote Gilbane’s safety standards, coordinate trade contractors, and participate in daily project meetings.
Responsibilities
Direct day‑to‑day coordination of trade contractors and sub‑contractors to ensure high‑quality work that meets the approved project schedule.
Manage the project budget for general conditions and site services.
Develop, document, and communicate the work plan regarding changes made in the field.
Maintain thorough understanding of contract documents to anticipate potential problems.
Obtain or verify that subcontractors obtain all necessary permits.
Act as the primary safety representative in the field and enforce safety compliance.
Develop safety strategies and drive safety culture across all personnel.
Conduct maintenance and planning of workarounds, shutdowns and tie‑ins.
Establish credibility among owners, trade contractors, unions, and other partners.
Resolve jurisdictional disputes with support from senior staff.
Lead contractor meetings regularly.
Maintain daily reports and documentation using software tools.
Create, manage, and update the project schedule, implementing contingency plans when necessary.
Communicate schedule status, updates, and changes to the team and trade contractors.
Plan, coordinate, and manage job site logistics.
Develop the QIC plan with the Operations Excellence team and oversee implementation.
Manage Next150/Site Services material and crew needs.
Train direct report field engineers and superintendents on project needs, construction knowledge, and business acumen.
Assist in development, pre‑planning, and preconstruction to write scopes of work and participate in buy‑out.
Administer time and materials tracking.
Lead stretch and flex, daily huddle, and pre‑task plans.
Engage in the community, growing and fostering relationships in the local market.
Collaborate closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies.
Assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
10‑15 years of experience on $30‑$100 million+ commercial/industrial construction projects or multiple projects in a lead superintendent role.
Hyperscale Data Center experience is required.
OSHA 30‑hour certified.
STS‑C Certification.
First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed Training.
Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong technical and communication skills.
Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills.
Adaptability to changing needs.
Ability to participate in sales process, interviews, and presentations.
Team‑working ability.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other industry standard construction software tools.
Construction‑document and drawing literate, with knowledge of all phases of construction.
Experience and proficiency in all divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling, and cost control.
Familiarity with Pull Planning Process.
Strong knowledge and appreciation of construction safety processes.
Ability to enforce a safety‑first culture.
Experience supervising a project team.
Salary and Benefits Salary is based on geographic location, skills, education, and experience. The pay range is $139,100–$210,000 plus benefits and a retirement program. The package includes competitive health and welfare benefits, a generous profit‑sharing/401(k) plan, and Gilbane University training. Qualified applicants will be required to pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.
Equal Opportunity Employment Inquiries & Recruitment Gilbane is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. 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. We will not pay fees to third‑party agencies or be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes.
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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!
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Who Are You? You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel. You determine priorities, delegate work, and communicate progress. You establish measures to assess impact, quality, and timeliness while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high‑performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talent.
You leverage business insights, understand industry trends, local market conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions. You deploy a strategic mindset for future opportunities and risks. Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Tough‑mindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.
What’s in it for you? Gilbane offers multi‑dimensional training opportunities through Gilbane University. You will be able to enroll in trainings to build leadership and technical skills while managing your responsibilities. General Superintendents work under experienced Sr. General Superintendents, Project Managers, and Project Executives, gaining new industry skills daily. You will promote Gilbane’s safety standards, coordinate trade contractors, and participate in daily project meetings.
Responsibilities
Direct day‑to‑day coordination of trade contractors and sub‑contractors to ensure high‑quality work that meets the approved project schedule.
Manage the project budget for general conditions and site services.
Develop, document, and communicate the work plan regarding changes made in the field.
Maintain thorough understanding of contract documents to anticipate potential problems.
Obtain or verify that subcontractors obtain all necessary permits.
Act as the primary safety representative in the field and enforce safety compliance.
Develop safety strategies and drive safety culture across all personnel.
Conduct maintenance and planning of workarounds, shutdowns and tie‑ins.
Establish credibility among owners, trade contractors, unions, and other partners.
Resolve jurisdictional disputes with support from senior staff.
Lead contractor meetings regularly.
Maintain daily reports and documentation using software tools.
Create, manage, and update the project schedule, implementing contingency plans when necessary.
Communicate schedule status, updates, and changes to the team and trade contractors.
Plan, coordinate, and manage job site logistics.
Develop the QIC plan with the Operations Excellence team and oversee implementation.
Manage Next150/Site Services material and crew needs.
Train direct report field engineers and superintendents on project needs, construction knowledge, and business acumen.
Assist in development, pre‑planning, and preconstruction to write scopes of work and participate in buy‑out.
Administer time and materials tracking.
Lead stretch and flex, daily huddle, and pre‑task plans.
Engage in the community, growing and fostering relationships in the local market.
Collaborate closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies.
Assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
10‑15 years of experience on $30‑$100 million+ commercial/industrial construction projects or multiple projects in a lead superintendent role.
Hyperscale Data Center experience is required.
OSHA 30‑hour certified.
STS‑C Certification.
First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed Training.
Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong technical and communication skills.
Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills.
Adaptability to changing needs.
Ability to participate in sales process, interviews, and presentations.
Team‑working ability.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other industry standard construction software tools.
Construction‑document and drawing literate, with knowledge of all phases of construction.
Experience and proficiency in all divisions of work, methods, materials, scheduling, and cost control.
Familiarity with Pull Planning Process.
Strong knowledge and appreciation of construction safety processes.
Ability to enforce a safety‑first culture.
Experience supervising a project team.
Salary and Benefits Salary is based on geographic location, skills, education, and experience. The pay range is $139,100–$210,000 plus benefits and a retirement program. The package includes competitive health and welfare benefits, a generous profit‑sharing/401(k) plan, and Gilbane University training. Qualified applicants will be required to pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.
Equal Opportunity Employment Inquiries & Recruitment Gilbane is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. 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. We will not pay fees to third‑party agencies or be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes.
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