Piping Superintendent

Piedmont Service Group•Raleigh, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Established in Raleigh, NC in 1971, Piedmont Service Group is a privately held energy efficiency and facilities services company focused exclusively on helping commercial, industrial, institutional, and government organizations operate and maintain their buildings in a safe, healthy, and efficient manner. Our offices located across the Carolinas and Virginia allow us to serve our clients with a team of local accredited and licensed professionals. Piedmont is committed to building lasting relationships with the customers we serve and fully understanding our customers’ needs to provide the best solution for each client. The Piping Superintendent is responsible for managing and coordinating piping operations across multiple projects simultaneously. This role oversees manpower planning and scheduling, attends project meetings, supports project teams, monitors labor productivity and material costs, and ensures all work is completed safely, correctly, on schedule, and within budget. The Superintendent serves as the primary field leader, coordinating resources, resolving issues, and maintaining communication between project management, clients, and field personnel to ensure successful project execution.

Requirements

Minimum 10+ years of industrial, commercial, or mechanical piping experience, including 5 years in a leadership role
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and allocating manpower efficiently
Proven ability to develop manpower schedules, labor forecasts, and resource plans
Experience attending and leading project meetings with clients, contractors, engineers, and project managers
Extensive background overseeing project execution from planning through completion
Experience monitoring labor productivity, controlling man-hours, and maintaining profitability
Knowledge of material management, procurement coordination, and cost control
Experience coordinating piping work with other construction trades
Strong understanding of isometrics, P&IDs, specifications, and construction schedules
Experience utilizing project scheduling and reporting tools
Demonstrated leadership of pipefitters, welders, foremen, laborers, and subcontractors
Experience with testing, commissioning, punch-list completion, and project turnover
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to mitigate schedule and cost impacts
Excellent client-facing communication and team leadership abilities

Responsibilities

Supervise and direct all piping crew activities on site, including crew leaders, welders, pipefitters, and helpers
Plan and coordinate daily piping tasks in line with project requirements and milestones
Interpret and ensure compliance with piping isometric drawings, P&IDs, and specifications
Monitor work progress and ensure adherence to safety, quality, and productivity standards
Communicate and coordinate with project managers, safety personnel, and other trades
Track materials, tools, and equipment needed for daily operations.
Conduct toolbox talks and enforce compliance with safety regulations and company policies
Ensure proper testing and inspection of installed piping systems
Maintain records of manpower, material usage, and work progress
Troubleshoot issues and provide solutions to maintain workflow and minimize downtime
Train and mentor junior staff and ensure crew competency