Plumbing Superintendent - Healthcare

RQ Construction•Norfolk, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Step into a leadership role with our team as a Full-Time Construction Plumbing Superintendent, overseeing both interior and exterior plumbing systems for a major ambulatory care center and dental clinic project. We are seeking a skilled professional to join our Field Operations team in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. This role offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive overseas benefits package. While stationed in Cuba, employees receive company-provided housing for themselves and eligible dependents, a company vehicle, covered utilities, and quarterly company-paid trips back home. Additional benefits include eligibility for foreign income exclusion, medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, life insurance, a health savings account, and paid time off. Relocation or an extended stay at Guantanamo Bay is required, along with a valid passport. In this position, you'll bring your leadership and problem-solving skills to support projects that directly benefit U.S. military personnel. By promoting teamwork, accountability, and precision, you will help ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career while contributing to meaningful, high-impact work. Role Overview As a key member of the RQ Construction team, the Plumbing Superintendent is responsible for managing all plumbing and mechanical construction activities on-site. This includes supervising crews and subcontractors, coordinating daily operations, maintaining schedules, and ensuring work meets quality, safety, and budget expectations. You will play an important role in upholding the company's standards and fostering a collaborative, high-performing jobsite environment. Join our team in Guantanamo Bay and help deliver complex construction projects with excellence and integrity.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Ability to obtain (or currently hold) a Class A Wastewater and Class B Drinking Water License.
Ability to obtain (or currently hold) Medical Gas Certification and familiarity with NFPA 99 (Health Care Facilities Code).
Working knowledge of IPC and ICC codes.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Plumbing/Mechanical Superintendent managing crews on commercial or industrial projects with plumbing scopes of $1M+.
CPR, First Aid, OSHA 30, EM-385, and STS certifications required (training can be provided).

Nice To Haves

Additional coursework in construction management or completion of a plumbing trade program preferred.
At least three (3) years of hands-on experience with pressurized plumbing and mechanical systems strongly preferred.
Experience with government, military, or large-scale commercial construction projects is highly desirable; Design-Build experience is a plus.
Master Plumber license preferred.
Basic computer skills (Outlook) preferred; experience with BIM software is a plus (training available).