Superintendent - Piping

Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervise fabrication, welding, assembly, and installation of piping systems (e.g., carbon steel, stainless, copper) per blueprints, specs, and codes.
• Manage shop and field crews, including scheduling, material staging, and tool/equipment readiness.
• Enforce strict safety protocols, conduct daily hazard assessments, toolbox talks, and ensure PPE compliance.
• Cookordinate with other trades, subcontractors, and project managers for sequencing and conflict resolution.
• Perform quality inspections, pressure testing, and documentation for handover and compliance.
• Troubleshoot fabrication/installation issues, optimize workflows, and minimize waste.
• Mentor pipefitters, welders, and fabricators on best practices and safety.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Experience: 7+ years in piping fabrication/installation for commercial mechanical projects, including 3+ years supervisory experience.
• Education: High school diploma or GED; trade certifications (e.g., welding, pipefitting) preferred.
• Physical Demands: Field/shop-based; regularly lift/carry up to 50 lbs, climb ladders/scaffolding, work in confined spaces, bend/kneel, use tools for extended periods; frequent standing/walking/manual dexterity.
• Work Environment/Safety: Construction sites/fabrication shops (indoor/outdoor, varying weather); exposure to noise, dust, heights, welding hazards; must adhere to OSHA regulations, conduct hazard identification, and wear required PPE (hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, harnesses, welding gear, steel-toed boots) at all times—safety is our top priority and non-negotiable.
• Occasional regional travel/on-call as needed.

Skills

• Piping fabrication/welding techniques, blueprint reading, pressure testing.
• Team leadership, scheduling, quality control.
• Safety management, material coordination, basic computer for documentation.