Life Sciences and Higher Education Superintendent - Fort Worth

Fort Worth, Texas Permanent USD135,000 - USD160,000 per year View Job Description
A leading Texas-based general contractor is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead a large-scale healthcare and higher education renovation program in Fort Worth. This role will oversee complex laboratory, research, classroom, and administrative renovations within active facilities, requiring strong leadership, planning, safety, and coordination skills.
  • Lead renovations for cutting-edge research and healthcare facilities.
  • Build complex lab environments within an active campus setting.

About Our Client

Our client is one of Texas' most respected commercial builders, known for delivering complex projects across the healthcare, higher education, institutional, and civic markets. With decades of experience and a strong reputation for safety, innovation, and quality, they continue to be a preferred partner for some of the region's most challenging construction projects.

The organization fosters a collaborative culture focused on employee development, operational excellence, and long-term career growth. Their backlog of work remains strong, providing stability and opportunities to work on landmark projects throughout Texas

Job Description

The Superintendent will be responsible for managing all field operations on a multi-phased renovation program consisting of highly technical healthcare, research, and higher education spaces.

Project scope includes:

  • Research laboratories
  • Animal behavioral study labs
  • Cell culture rooms
  • Microscopy rooms
  • Tissue and imaging suites
  • Surgical and procedural spaces
  • Behavioral and biochemistry labs
  • Laboratory support areas
  • Classrooms and office renovations



Responsibilities include:

  • Lead all onsite construction activities from start to finish.
  • Manage project schedules and daily field operations.
  • Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and stakeholders.
  • Maintain jobsite safety and enforce company standards.
  • Drive quality control and project execution.
  • Coordinate complex MEP and specialty system installations.
  • Conduct subcontractor meetings and progress updates.
  • Identify and resolve field issues proactively.
  • Ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.
  • Oversee renovations within occupied and operational environments.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

10+ years of Superintendent experience with a commercial general contractor.

Experience delivering healthcare, laboratory, higher education, or technically complex commercial projects from $10 Million to $50 Million.

Strong understanding of occupied-facility construction and renovation sequencing.

Experience managing MEP-intensive projects.

Proven ability to lead subcontractors and field teams.

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Stable career progression and project history.

OSHA certification preferred.Preferred experience:

  • Healthcare construction
  • Research laboratory projects
  • Higher education facilities
  • Life sciences environments
  • Phased renovation work
  • Complex interior renovations



What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary: $135,000 - $160,000
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
  • Minimum 20 days PTO
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Career advancement with a premier Texas builder
  • Opportunity to work on highly technical healthcare and higher education projects
  • Strong project pipeline and long-term stability
  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture



This is an excellent opportunity for a Superintendent looking to take ownership of a landmark renovation program involving cutting-edge research, laboratory, and healthcare environments while advancing their career with a top-tier general contractor.

Contact
Geysser Dican
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7124117

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Site Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Fort Worth
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Geysser Dican
Job Reference
JN-102026-7124117
 

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