MEP Superintendent

About the role

DPR Construction is seeking an MEP Superintendent with 5 or more years of commercial mechanical, electrical, and plumbing construction experience. This individual will be responsible for the day-to-day scheduling and field coordination of all aspects of the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, low voltage systems, and fire sprinkler scopes of a project(s).

Responsibilities

• Support both pre-construction and the project team in reviewing trade partners proposals, schedules, and logistics.
• Manage the installation of the following systems: electrical, HVAC, automation, plumbing, process piping, low voltage systems, fire/life safety, and fire protection design/construction coordination (validated and non-validated systems).
• Participate in review of MEP related shop drawings and submittals.
• Aid in the development of full commissioning plans for all MEP systems that identify and define the following: all test requirements, required inspections, factory start-up of major equipment, factory acceptance testing, project and vendor documentation requirements, and integrated test plans demonstrating full system operations.
• Responsible for onsite construction support for MEP systems and will oversee the start-up, balancing, commissioning and validation certification of these systems, including owner training and project closeout.
• Create and oversee project specific MEP quality and safety programs, including participating in safety cause mapping for post MEP safety events.
• Develop and oversee project specific MEP quality and safety programs, including participating in safety cause mapping for post MEP safety events.
• Coordinate jobsite logistics and maintain relationships with neighboring occupants.
• Negotiate with authorities having jurisdiction to achieve project occupancy milestones.
• Lead DPR’s injury-free environment safety program.
• Cover jobsite logistics and maintain relationships with neighboring occupants.
• Coordinate subcontractor work scopes, scheduling, and resource-loading in conjunction with DPR’s self-perform work crews.
• Foster the development of foreman to grow into future superintendents.
• Professionally represent DPR field operations as primary interface with owner and design team.

Qualifications

• Strong grasp of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing construction concepts and applicable codes.
• Able to work with multiple stakeholders to identify and resolve complex issues as it relates to MEP design and construction.
• Good understanding of fire/life safety and fire sprinkler systems and the integration of same with mechanical, electrical, building systems.
• Good understanding of the test and balance process and requirements.
• Good understanding of building automation systems and sequences as it relates to MEP.
• Good understanding of MEP related safety regulations.
• Ability to contribute to a culture of safety in a construction environment.
• Proficient in the use of current virtual design and construction software is preferred.
• Experience with CPM scheduling and the lean pull planning processes. Knowledge in the use of Primavera P6 is preferred.
• Proficient computer skills in the Microsoft Office suite and Bluebeam.
• Comfortable in an open and collaborative working environment.
• Excellent listening, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to create and support a positive team environment.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. DPR Construction is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.