Traveling MEP Superintendent

We are seeking an experienced Traveling MEP Superintendent to lead mechanical, electrical, and plumbing construction on turnkey commercial and mission-critical projects, primarily data centers. This role requires frequent travel between project sites to supervise installation, commissioning, and closeout of MEP systems while ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite leadership and supervision for MEP installation, testing, and commissioning across multiple project sites, with frequent travel.
• Coordinate and manage MEP subcontractors, vendors, and craft teams to meet schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
• Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and MEP schematics; verify installation aligns with design intent and code requirements.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, daily reports, and site documentation; proactively identify and mitigate schedule risks.
• Ensure compliance with safety programs and mission-critical site protocols (e.g., lockout/tagout, cleanroom procedures, access control).
• Lead startup and commissioning activities for HVAC, chilled water, UPS interfaces, plumbing, fire protection, and controls; work closely with commissioning agents and owners.
• Conduct quality inspections, punch list resolution, and final acceptance walkdowns with clients and design teams.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and estimators to resolve design and field coordination issues and implement field design changes when required.
• Train and mentor onsite crews on best practices for installation, testing, and documentation; enforce company standards and QA/QC procedures.
• Utilize construction management tools (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, BIM) to track progress, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.

Requirements

• 8+ years of progressive MEP construction experience with at least 3–5 years in a superintendent or senior field lead role; experience in data centers or mission-critical facilities strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in mechanical systems (HVAC, chilled water, refrigeration), plumbing, and general MEP coordination.
• Proven experience on commercial construction projects and mission-critical/data center environments, including commissioning and startup.
• Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Working knowledge of codes and standards applicable to MEP and data centers (IBC, NFPA, ASHRAE, NEC, local codes).
• Familiarity with construction software and tools: Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, AutoCAD/BIM preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills; able to coordinate multiple trades and communicate with owners and design teams.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel frequently (typically 50–80% travel).

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: OSHA 30, NICET, PMP, or commissioning credentials (CxA); HVAC/controls and refrigeration training a plus.
• Ability to work in high-pressure, mission-critical environments with strict access, documentation, and safety requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $110k–$150k + per diem
• Lucrative bonus
• Per diem for travel
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Car allowance

Must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa.