Mechanical Superintendent

Job Description
Mechanical Superintendent - Mission Critical Construction

Location: Northern Indiana

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Superintendent to support the delivery of large-scale, mission-critical data center construction projects in Northern Indiana. This role will be responsible for leading all field activities related to mechanical systems installation, ensuring safe, high-quality, and on-schedule execution across complex mechanical scopes.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in HVAC, piping, plumbing, and large-scale mechanical systems within commercial, industrial, or mission-critical environments, with proven ability to lead field teams and subcontractors in fast-paced construction settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations for mechanical construction activities
• Oversee installation of HVAC systems, chillers, cooling towers, CRAH/CRAC units, ductwork, and associated mechanical infrastructure
• Manage piping systems including chilled water, condenser water, and mechanical process piping
• Coordinate plumbing scopes including domestic water, sanitary, and storm systems
• Supervise mechanical subcontractors, foremen, and field crews to ensure productivity and quality standards
• Coordinate closely with general contractors, MEP partners, engineers, and commissioning teams
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes
• Conduct daily site coordination meetings, safety briefings, and progress tracking
• Monitor installation sequencing to align with project schedule and critical path activities
• Support commissioning, startup, testing, and turnover of mechanical systems
• Maintain detailed field documentation including daily reports, manpower tracking, and progress updates
• Enforce strict safety compliance and promote a strong safety culture across all mechanical activities

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience in mechanical construction or HVAC/piping supervision
• Strong experience in large commercial, industrial, or mission-critical environments
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, chilled water systems, piping infrastructure, and plumbing coordination
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and construction documents
• Experience supervising subcontractors and managing large field teams
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, coordination, and field logistics
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working on data center, manufacturing, healthcare, or large infrastructure projects preferred
• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent safety training preferred

Preferred Backgrounds

Candidates may come from mechanical contractors, HVAC contractors, plumbing contractors, or MEP firms delivering large-scale commercial or mission-critical projects.

Experience supporting data center environments or other highly coordinated, fast-track construction programs is highly desirable.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a proactive and highly experienced field leader who can successfully manage mechanical construction activities on complex mission-critical projects. The ideal candidate will be confident coordinating multiple mechanical systems, driving field productivity, and ensuring high-quality installation from start through commissioning.

This is a key leadership role within a major data center construction program offering strong long-term career growth potential.