Mechanical General Superintendent

Elmington•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Mechanical General Superintendent leads and standardizes mechanical field operations across assigned EdgeHill Integrated Systems projects, primarily focusing on HVAC construction, equipment installation, ductwork, ventilation, mechanical piping, controls coordination, testing, and commissioning. The role oversees and develops Superintendents and field teams, directs subcontractor performance and resource planning, and partners with Project Managers and leadership to protect safety, quality, schedule, productivity, and project financial performance. It provides portfolio-level field leadership from project startup through closeout and reinforces consistent EIS procedures across mechanical projects. The position supports the values of Elmington Construction: Integrity, Precision, Growth, Driven, and Relationships. Regular travel between assigned jobsites and occasional overnight travel may be required, depending on project locations and operational needs. Work takes place on construction sites and may involve outdoor work in all weather, moderate-to-loud noise, elevated heights, and confined spaces. EdgeHill Integrated Systems describes an entrepreneurial, collaborative environment that supports advancement and career succession, recognizes employee contributions, encourages continuous improvement, and offers autonomy to individuals who thrive on innovation.

Requirements

Generally 10 or more years of commercial or multifamily mechanical/HVAC construction experience.
Demonstrated experience leading Superintendents or multiple field teams.
Strong practical knowledge of HVAC equipment, duct systems, ventilation, mechanical piping, controls interfaces, system testing, commissioning, applicable codes, and manufacturer requirements.
Experience directing subcontracted field labor, reviewing project schedules and budgets, managing inspections and closeout, and using Procore or comparable construction management tools.
Ability to work outdoors on construction sites in all types of weather.
Ability to recognize jobsite hazards and respond appropriately to protect the workforce and support OSHA-compliant safeguards.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including frequent sitting, standing, and walking; regular speaking or hearing; frequent handling or feeling of objects, tools, or controls; occasional climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and occasional work at elevated heights and in confined spaces.
Regular travel between assigned jobsites and occasional overnight travel may be required.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Technology, HVAC, or a related field; equivalent progressive field leadership experience may substitute.

Responsibilities

Lead, audit, and reinforce EIS safety requirements across mechanical projects, including lift and rigging plans, work at heights, hot work, lockout/tagout, material handling, and housekeeping.
Direct and develop Mechanical Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, and field personnel across multiple projects; set priorities, coach performance, and maintain accountability.
Participate in estimating-to-operations turnovers and project startups by reviewing mechanical scope, contract requirements, bid assumptions, project risks, logistics, milestones, and field readiness.
Confirm mechanical mobilization plans address access, staging, storage, hoisting and rigging, equipment delivery paths, roof access, site safety, and subcontractor readiness.
Review drawings, specifications, coordination documents, RFIs, and approved submittals with field teams to identify constructability conflicts before installation.
Oversee constructability and installation sequencing for HVAC equipment, ductwork, ventilation and exhaust, insulation, applicable refrigerant, condensate, and hydronic piping, and controls interfaces.
Lead mechanical coordination with the general contractor, design teams, electrical and structural trades, roofing, and other affected parties to protect access, clearances, penetrations, and work sequence.
Ensure Superintendents prepare and maintain six-week lookaheads, near-term work plans, subcontractor manpower and material plans, and measurable production goals.
Track subcontractor crew levels, installed quantities, field productivity, quality, and schedule commitments; correct deficiencies and document recurring performance issues.
Coordinate with Project Managers to verify equipment and submittal approvals, release priorities, purchase orders, long-lead deliveries, material tracking, and stored equipment protection.
Enforce mechanical QA/QC checklists and inspection readiness, including installation verification, support and seismic requirements, equipment access, duct testing, piping testing, and required documentation.
Coordinate startup readiness, equipment manufacturer participation, controls integration, testing and balancing, functional testing, commissioning, and corrective actions with project teams.
Review daily reports, field photos, RFI and submittal statuses, inspection records, subcontractor reports, and open-issue logs for accurate and timely documentation.
Partner with Project Managers on WIP and production percent complete, labor forecasts, equipment and material exposure, schedule recovery, T&M records, and change-order risk.
Lead field issue resolution and elevate safety, scope, quality, cost, schedule, or contractual concerns to the appropriate Project Manager or Director before exposure increases.
Coordinate field resources across concurrent projects, balancing Superintendent coverage, available subcontractor crews, specialized equipment, and critical milestones.
Train and mentor field leadership in EIS SOPs, the Job Startup Checklist, Battle Rhythm, Procore, SharePoint, lookaheads, quality controls, and subcontractor accountability.
Direct mechanical punch work, deficiency correction, equipment startup records, TAB reports, warranties, O&M manuals, training, demobilization, and turnover readiness with project teams.
Promote consistent EIS field standards, professional customer relationships, continuous improvement, and disciplined execution on assigned projects.
Perform periodic project site walks and other related field duties as necessary; hand-tool use or field demonstrations may be required.