MEP Superintendent

W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company•Tempe, AZ

About The Position

Yates is seeking a highly experienced MEP Superintendent to oversee the full lifecycle of mission-critical data center projects in the Southeast U.S. The role manages field MEP activities from preconstruction through project closeout, ensuring safe, high-quality, and efficient execution of complex systems. During preconstruction, the superintendent collaborates with Preconstruction, Estimating, and Design teams to review MEP documents for constructability and value engineering, participates in trade partner selection and scope reviews, and supports scheduling and logistics planning. During construction, the role directs on-site MEP work, coordinates subcontractors and internal teams, enforces safety and quality requirements, resolves field conflicts, and works with BIM/VDC and commissioning teams. During closeout, the superintendent oversees system start-up, testing, and commissioning; ensures documentation and turnover; and supports punch-list resolution and final occupancy requirements.

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience managing field MEP work on large-scale commercial projects.
At least 3 years of experience on mission-critical or data center projects.
Proven ability to manage the full project lifecycle from preconstruction through commissioning and closeout.
Familiarity with Southeast U.S. construction markets, labor forces, and local codes.
Expertise in high-voltage electrical, chilled water, fuel oil, BMS, fire alarm, and air-handling systems.
Strong communication, leadership, and coordination skills, with a proactive approach to issue resolution.
Proficiency with Procore, BIM 360, Bluebeam, P6, and Microsoft Office.
OSHA 30 certification required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Review MEP design documents for constructability and value engineering with Preconstruction, Estimating, and Design teams.
Participate in MEP trade partner selection, scope reviews, bid leveling, and early logistics planning.
Support development of baseline schedules and phasing plans.
Direct and coordinate on-site MEP activities to align with project milestones and budget.
Conduct daily field walks and lead coordination meetings with subcontractors and internal teams.
Monitor and enforce safety protocols, site logistics, and installation quality in accordance with contract documents.
Identify and resolve field conflicts and schedule impacts across trades.
Collaborate with BIM/VDC and commissioning teams to validate installation sequencing and system performance.
Oversee MEP system start-up, testing, and commissioning with owners, consultants, and trade partners.
Ensure accurate documentation and turnover of as-builts, O&M manuals, and training materials.
Support punch-list resolution and final occupancy requirements.