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Senior Superintendent - Construction

Full TimeHybrid
San Diego, CA

, San Diego, CA 92101 • Michael Page - San Diego, CA

Senior Superintendent

Our client is a leading commercial builder with a strong reputation for delivering complex life sciences, laboratory, pharmaceutical, clean room, and advanced technology projects. As their life sciences portfolio continues to expand, they are seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent to lead sophisticated construction projects throughout Southern California. This opportunity is ideal for a construction professional who excels in technically demanding environments, enjoys collaborating with owners and design teams, and takes pride in delivering high-quality projects with zero compromise on safety, schedule, or quality.

Our Senior Superintendent will be responsible for:

  • Lead all onsite construction operations from project startup through completion
  • Develop, manage, and maintain master project schedules
  • Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and field personnel
  • Drive site safety initiatives and ensure compliance with OSHA standards and company safety programs
  • Manage project logistics, phasing plans, and site sequencing
  • Conduct weekly subcontractor coordination and owner meetings
  • Oversee quality control and commissioning activities
  • Coordinate complex MEP, process piping, laboratory, and specialty equipment installations
  • Collaborate with Project Management on budgets, forecasts, procurement, and change management

The ideal Senior Superintendent will have:

  • 10+ years of commercial construction experience with significant Superintendent experience
  • Experience leading ground-up or complex tenant improvement projects
  • Strong knowledge of scheduling, site logistics, quality control, and field management
  • Proven ability to manage large subcontractor teams and multiple project stakeholders
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Life sciences, laboratory, pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, semiconductor, or advanced technology project experience
  • Experience with clean rooms, cGMP environments, research facilities, or mission-critical spaces
  • Proficiency with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Procore, and Bluebeam

We are offering this Project Manager:

  • $165,000 - $195,000 Base Salary
  • Company Vehicle or Vehicle Allowance
  • Gas Card
  • Annual Performance Bonus
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Long-term project pipeline with industry-leading clients
  • Opportunity to build some of Southern California's most innovative life sciences and biotechnology facilities