Site Services & Mechanical Equipment Reassembly Construction Superintendent (LSNA-NC)

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Your impact

At Jacobs, we’re not just building structures, we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their state-of-the-art facilities that are changing our world. 

We’re looking for an experienced and collaborative Site Services & Mechanical Equipment Reassembly Construction Superintendent in Cary/Clayton, NC, who thrives when people are in sync and construction projects are running like they should. You’ll take the lead on all field activities related to site services, supplemental structural steel, concrete (curbs/equipment pads), and equipment reassembly, ensuring all tasks are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with GMP‑regulated requirements. 

Key responsibilities include coordinating daily field operations on a major pharmaceutical construction project to scheduling and planning activities at the project site, and ensuring the right materials, equipment and people are there to get the job done. This role will be responsible for directing subcontractors, managing temporary site services and logistics, and supervising structural steel erection, concrete placement, and the reassembly of project‑specific equipment in accordance with design, quality, and safety standards. You will also review and approve Daily Work Plans and Job Hazard Analyses to confirm proper sequencing, staffing, risk and hazard controls before work begins, while maintaining detailed daily reports and providing timely progress updates, inspection coordination, and issue resolution. This role ensures all work is performed to the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance, supporting the successful and timely delivery of critical project milestones. Most importantly, you’ll take action to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of your team and our planet.  As a passionate leader, you’ll leverage your people’s management skills to help your team members discover what drives them, nurturing their purpose and guiding them forward. Your role keeps our company connected, and we’ll support you with what you need to be successful. 

The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, exceptional leadership, and a proven track record coordinating heavy industrial construction on large projects ($200M+).  

Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. We’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what inspires you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together. 

Here's what you'll need

•    Bachelor’s degree in construction management or equivalent; or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree

•    At least 7 years of construction site experience

•    At least 7 years of experience as a general foreman, superintendent, and/or construction manager overseeing crane and rigging activities

•    Oversee all site services, supplemental steel installations, equipment setting, and concrete operations across both AP1 and AP2 buildings

•    Support the review of rigging, approval and enforcement of lift plans, equipment installation plans, safety documentation, and coordinating crane access, logistics, and equipment deliveries.

•    Strong background in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or GMP-regulated construction environments

•    Maintain strong coordination with multiple trades, subcontractors, and client representatives across two separate production buildings.

•    Participate in schedule alignment meetings, risk reviews, and site coordination calls. 

•    Identify hazards and implement corrective actions to enforce site safety protocols

•    Provide feedback to project management on field construction activities and manpower to forecast schedule impacts and resolve field issues.

Ideally, you’ll also have:

•    Collaborating in planning, design, construction and commissioning 

•    Excellent communications skills

•    Proficient in use of software as Navisworks, Bluebeam, Outlook, Power Point, Excel, Word 

•    Safety leader (JHA’s revision / daily signed off permits)

•    OSHA 30

•    Previous experience on largescale pharmaceutical or GMP regulated construction projects. 

•    Experience working on constrained sites with strict safety and logistics requirements. 

•    Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.

•    Full time on site role within an active construction environment. 

•    Ability to work extended hours and participate in off shift or weekend work as required. 

•    Must be able to navigate large construction job sites, climb, and work outdoors in construction conditions (uneven terrain, in climate weather.

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Posted Salary Range: Minimum

92,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

158,000.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $92,000.00 to $158,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on April 30, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
Clayton	North Carolina	United States
Cary	North Carolina	United States