Mechanical Piping General Superintendent

RQ Construction•Jacksonville, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

For nearly three decades, RQ Construction has built a strong reputation as a premier Design-Build contractor, successfully executing sophisticated commercial and federal construction projects nationwide. The company is recognized for delivering accelerated construction solutions, particularly within the Department of Defense (DoD) sector. RQ is currently hiring a skilled Mechanical Piping General Superintendent located near Jacksonville, Florida, to oversee critical military construction efforts throughout the Southeastern United States. The position requires frequent travel to various active job sites within the region. Our work often includes highly technical, large-scale infrastructure projects that play an essential role in supporting U.S. military operations and readiness. This opportunity is well suited for experienced construction leaders who thrive in demanding environments and value contributing to projects that directly benefit national defense operations. The Mechanical Piping General Superintendent will oversee daily field operations involving mechanical and hydronic piping systems on large-scale commercial and Department of Defense construction projects. Responsibilities include managing field crews and subcontractors to ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with demanding project schedules. This role works closely with project leadership to coordinate installations, material deliveries, and overall field execution across multiple active job sites. The superintendent will also be responsible for identifying and resolving construction challenges in the field, maintaining productivity, ensuring quality workmanship, and supporting safe project completion throughout all phases of construction.

Requirements

Minimum of four years of experience serving as a Piping Superintendent or Construction Superintendent on military, government, or large commercial construction projects.
At least four years of hands-on experience as a journeyman-level mechanical pipefitter.
Strong knowledge of hydronic systems, underground piping infrastructure, boilers, chillers, and project turnover procedures.
Current OSHA 30 certification.
CPR/First Aid training.
EM-385 certification (training provided if needed).
Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout the Southeast in support of ongoing construction operations.
Provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire.
Successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check, for access to job site at military base (if applicable for position being hired for).

Responsibilities

Oversee daily field operations involving mechanical and hydronic piping systems on large-scale commercial and Department of Defense construction projects.
Manage field crews and subcontractors to ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with demanding project schedules.
Coordinate installations, material deliveries, and overall field execution across multiple active job sites.
Identify and resolve construction challenges in the field.
Maintain productivity and ensure quality workmanship.
Support safe project completion throughout all phases of construction.