Senior MEP Superintendent - Commercial Construction

Atlantic Constructors•Richmond, VA

About The Position

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count! $0.00 COST FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & LIFE INSURANCE (EMPLOYEE ONLY) COVERAGE! Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years. Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits, for more information check out our comprehensive list on our website Acibuilds.com Summary/Objective: We are seeking a highly experienced and driven Senior MEP Superintendent to lead and manage all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) operations on large-scale commercial construction projects. The Senior MEP Superintendent plays a critical role in delivering complex projects by overseeing field execution, coordinating trades, enforcing safety, and ensuring compliance with plans, codes, and quality standards. This leadership position is ideal for candidates with a proven track record of success in managing MEP scopes as Superintendent on high-value, fast-paced construction projects such as hospitals, data centers, high-rise buildings, or advanced manufacturing facilities.

Requirements

6+ years previous experience as a General Foreman, General Superintendent and/or equivalent combination of vocational training and experience
Ability to successfully supervise large crew (20+)
Prior experience supervising large teams
Previous knowledge of man hour reports, job cost reports, workforce planning and estimating
Advanced understanding of construction cost control, forecasting and setting goals
Effective communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to work across varied disciplines
Ability to effectively present information to customers, clients, and colleagues
OSHA 30 and CPR
Demonstrated knowledge of, reading, interpreting, and working to: Design drawings (isometric and orthographic), design guides, specifications Support Drawings and specifications Contract documents and site coordination of subcontractors
Must be able to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail, and demonstrate problem-solving skills
Must adhere to all company policy and procedures
Must be available, and have the means to report to multiple job sites as assigned
May work in varying temperatures; both inside and outside, including inclement weather, heat, humidity, cold, and dampness
May work in areas with exposure to moderate/high noise levels
May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including dust
May be required to work in confined spaces or from lofty heights
This role routinely uses construction equipment such as heavy machinery, hand, and power tools
While performing duties of the job the employee may work aloft, climb, bend, pull, reach overhead, stand/walk for extended periods of time and lift to 50 lbs.
Frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
Must be able to correctly identify all colors of a color-coded cable/wires and see close vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus

Nice To Haves

10+ years' experience in a heavy mechanical construction environment as Superintendent
Prior military experience
HS diploma or GED equivalent

Responsibilities

Senior Superintendents supervise field Superintendents for MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) operations on our commercial construction projects
Supervises larger projects as the General Superintendent or several small jobs at one time
Acts as liaison with engineering, estimating, and project teams, to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and scheduling is being met
Coordinates with other departments (i.e., Quality Control and Engineering) to ensure all required materials and equipment, inspections, and support craft activities
Provides guidance and direction to crews in budgeting and scheduling.
Ensures that production numbers are being reached along with forecasting what it will take to complete the phase codes
Ensures job quality and customer satisfaction is maintained at every project stage
Strong relationship building skills with clients, customers, and vendors to cultivate a positive work environment
In addition to supervisory responsibility, responsible for directly performing a wide range of skilled construction tasks
Holding crews responsible and accountable for making sure AXIOM is kept up to date with daily production reports, look ahead' s complete and more
Resolves problems in a variety of construction issues, including productivity monitoring, craft compliance with project safety program requirements; documenting and implementing corrective action
Performs other duties as assigned
Ensure a safe work environment
Ensure foreman are conducting work with crews safely
Coordinate safety on site
Ensure foreman have material ordered & staged for crews
Axiom and reviewing Foreman's Daily logs along with reviewing their notes and helping eliminate the constraints.
Make sure the trades are tracking at estimate or better then estimate using Axiom as their guide
Understand the project job cost Contract obligations, inclusions and exclusions.
Review of the job cost with the PM, PC, and foreman
Pre- POC forecast due the week before monthly POC meeting.
Assist in projection of labor
Review job cost with trade specific foremen
Understand and review projection metric goals with PM and foremen
Drawing review
VDC interaction and coordination during drafting
VDC reviews & coordination team meetings
Weekly Fabrication meeting with Daniel and updates for pre-fabrication
Schedule reviews and confirm areas available for installation manpower management and projections
Equipment release review with PM along with confirming equipment counts, equipment handing
Ensure proper resources (tools, rental equipment, materials) are on the project when needed
Engage foreman teams with planning for efficiency
Create a positive work environment