Mechanical Superintendent, Construction Management

GFT. • New York, NY

35d • $120,000 - $140,000 • Onsite

About The Position

GFT is seeking a Mechanical Superintendent to join our Construction Services Team in New York, NY. This role requiring regular attendance in New York, NY office.
Hours 3:30 PM - 11:30 PM
At GFT, we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.
What you’ll be challenged to do:
As a Mechanical Superintendent, you will lead HVAC and boiler-focused projects that strengthen critical building systems and improve overall performance. You will guide task order–based mechanical upgrades that may include boiler replacements, HVAC system enhancements, mechanical room renovations, piping installations, and controls integration.
In this role, you will play a key part in delivering reliable, high-quality mechanical construction solutions while collaborating with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders. This is an opportunity to take ownership of complex work, apply your technical expertise, and make a meaningful impact on essential infrastructure projects across New York.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or a construction-related field from an accredited college or university required; alternatively, ten (10) years of relevant experience with an associate degree or twelve (12) years of relevant experience without a degree will be considered.
• Eight (8) years of full-time experience as a technical specialist in construction and design-related work, with at least four (4) years managing all phases of mechanical construction projects of similar size and complexity.
• Ability to understand and interpret contract documents, including specifications, drawings, and shop drawings.
• Experience with new construction and renovation projects, specifically involving HVAC and boiler systems.
• Shall be capable of providing clear, concise written and oral communication.
• Effective communicator who is able to maintain and foster positive relationships with the public entities, architects, government agencies, inspections departments, utility owners, and company employees
• Understanding of cost control and schedule management
• Resourcefulness, imagination and a passion for challenges
• High level of fairness, honesty and integrity
• 30-hour OSHA certification is required
• Must be able to use technology such as Microsoft Word, Excel

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the public sector and educational facilities preferred

Responsibilities

• Write daily field reports and provide daily photography of work activities and installation methods.
• Catalog and file field documentation appropriately.
• Coordinate schedule and construction activities with 3rd Party Inspectors, Contractors, and Owner staff.
• Confirm installed materials are per approved submittals, project specifications, and manufacturer’s requirements.
• Full time Field Quality Verification, Safety Inspections, etc.
• Coordinate closely with Project Manager regarding construction activities, job progress, quality verification, and field oversight.
• Provide updates and report to Project Manager on a daily basis with regard to project status.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level