Assistant Piping Superintendent - Commercial Construction

Atlantic Constructors•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The Assistant Superintendent for Commercial Piping assists with onsite team management, jobsite logistics, and safety compliance under the direction of the Piping Superintendent. This is also a working role involving direct performance and support of skilled construction tasks for commercial piping systems, including hydronic, chilled water, heating, condensing water, gas, and steam systems. The position coordinates crews, materials, equipment, schedules, safety, quality, and field production across project sites.

Requirements

At least 5 years of commercial field pipe-fitting experience, or an equivalent combination of vocational training and experience.
Strong working knowledge of commercial piping system installation, including hydronic, chilled water, heating, condensing water, gas, and steam systems.
Extensive knowledge of welding, pipe fitting, rigging, and related equipment-setting activities.
Ability to coordinate and supervise field crews while working under the direction of the Piping Superintendent.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with man-hour reports, job cost reports, workforce planning, and estimating.
Understanding of construction cost control, labor forecasting, scheduling, and productivity goals.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work across varied disciplines.
Knowledge of other mechanical trade disciplines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to communicate and present information effectively to customers, clients, subcontractors, and colleagues.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, including isometric and orthographic drawings, specifications, and related project documents.
Ability to multitask, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, demonstrate attention to detail, and apply problem-solving skills.
Must adhere to company policies and procedures.
Must be available and able to report to multiple job sites as assigned.
Able to work in varying temperatures and weather, moderate or high noise, and areas with fumes or airborne particles; may work in confined spaces or at heights.
Able to use construction equipment, including heavy machinery, hand tools, and power tools.
Able to work aloft, climb, bend, pull, reach overhead, stand or walk for long periods, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
Able to correctly identify colors of color-coded cables or wires and demonstrate close and distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of experience in a heavy mechanical construction environment.
Prior military experience.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
OSHA 30 training and CPR.

Responsibilities

Provide onsite supervision and coordination of commercial piping crews under the direction of the Piping Superintendent and Construction Managers.
Promote and monitor safety in jobsite operations and help enforce company safety policies and applicable regulations.
Coordinate with subcontractors, foremen, tradesmen, and the general contractor to resolve obstacles and improve efficiency.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate onsite functions.
Perform material take-offs and assist with timely ordering of tools, materials, and equipment.
Ensure quality installation of hydronic, chilled water, heating, condensing water, gas, and steam piping systems.
Coordinate, inspect, and track deliveries against shipping documents.
Coordinate labor and equipment for loading, unloading, and distributing materials onsite.
Communicate anticipated labor needs to the Piping Superintendent and foremen based on schedules, progress, and expected deliveries.
Assist with production activities, including piping fabrication and prefabrication.
Perform and support skilled construction tasks related to commercial piping installation and associated systems.
Coordinate and manage composite cleanup crew efforts.
Monitor daily field activities and compile reports on progress, compliance, productivity, and jobsite obstacles.
Communicate with subcontractors and field staff to help ensure adherence to schedules, plans, drawings, and specifications.
Monitor project schedules, material procurement, labor productivity, and job costs.
Identify, document, and communicate potential change orders and field conditions that may affect project scope or cost.
Coordinate inspections and resolve installation or quality issues with the Piping Superintendent, Quality Control, and Engineering teams.
Manage, inspect, and maintain shared project tools and equipment.
Record and monitor inventory of tools and materials with support from foremen.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the jobsite trailer, work areas, and material storage areas.
Perform other duties as assigned.