Job Details

Project Overview

This project involves gutting an existing office space and converting it into an expanded pharmaceutical manufacturing suite. The end state will be a GMP-compliant manufacturing environment. The company is acting as the General Contractor, overseeing architectural, mechanical, and electrical scopes.

Position Summary

The Site Superintendent will serve as the on-site lead, managing all day-to-day construction activities and subcontractor coordination while ensuring safety, schedule adherence, and quality execution. This role will work closely with a Project Manager who will be on site three days per week, along with additional leadership support visiting weekly.

This is a highly visible role with direct owner interaction, and strong performance could lead to future project opportunities or a potential long-term role as additional work is awarded.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily on-site construction activities while acting as the primary field representative for the General Contractor
• Coordinate and oversee architectural, mechanical, and electrical subcontractors
• Enforce site safety standards and maintain OSHA compliance
• Manage day-to-day permits, inspections, and owner-required documentation
• Serve as the primary point of contact with the owner, maintaining professional and clear communication
• Track progress against schedule and proactively address field issues
• Ensure work is executed in alignment with pharmaceutical/GMP expectations
• Collaborate closely with the Project Manager (on site 3 days/week) and senior leadership support (1 day/week on site)

Pre-Construction / Onboarding Expectations

• One week of onboarding in the Raleigh office prior to mobilization
• Review drawings, scope, schedule, and project expectations
• Flexible hours during onboarding week
• Company support available for travel costs; per diem can be built into the model if needed

Required Qualifications

• OSHA 30 Certification
• 10+ years of experience as a Site Superintendent or similar role
• Proven experience managing multi-discipline construction projects up to $5M
• Pharmaceutical or GMP project experience
• Strong mechanical background (preferred discipline)
• Experience working with mechanical and electrical contractors on complex builds
• Ability to confidently interface with owners and stakeholders
• Local to the project area (no per diem offered)