Senior MEP Superintendent

Compensation Range: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00 Annual Salary Job Description Summary: Supervision and coordination of the scheduling and installation of Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection Systems Job Description: POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: • Supervision of Mechanical/Electrical Superintendent • Able to perform all Mechanical/Electrical Superintendent responsibilities • Recruit, train and supervise activities of all Division Mechanical/Electrical Superintendents • Evaluate future demand for Mechanical/Electrical superintendents by monitoring backlog and attending staff meetings as appropriate • Monitor each Mechanical/Electrical superintendent’s compliance with their job descriptions and responsibilities and conduct formal employee performance evaluations • Act as “contact” for all Project Manager and Superintendent requests for Mechanical/Electrical Superintendent needs Scheduling • Assist in developing sequences of installation for mechanical and electrical components • Assist in establishing milestones for completion of various systems to allow sufficient time for pre-testing and testing • Assist in establishing testing schedule for each subcontractor’s individual components leading up to coordinated testing of systems involving several contractors • Assist in establishing shop drawing and submittal schedules and see to their maintenance and follow-up. Help identify long lead items, and see to their inclusion in the Master project Schedule, including all updates • Monitor compliance with all schedules • Assist in establishing job close-out schedules and implement specific procedures for close-out including submittals of as-builts, O&M manuals and Owner’s training Shop Drawings and Submittals • Review for compliance with contract documents • Review for proper scope coordination among all trades and ensure that appropriate submittals are exchanged among trades where necessary • Check-off list developed to show completion dates for Set-in-Place, Wired, Controlled, Testing, and Accepted phases • Estimating and Preconstruction • Review mechanical and electrical preliminary estimates and preliminary schedules for accuracy • Review subcontractor budgets, scope sheets, qualifications, exclusions, etc. • Review subcontract proposals for scope, price and compliance with general contract • Determine which systems will be considered in coordination activities (see attached list). • Facilitate VDC processes, if applicable. • Underground –plumbing, piping, conduits, grounding, shoring, foundations. • Interstitial Space– ductwork, mechanical equipment, fire sprinkler, conduits and cabling, piping, fire/smoke dampers, framing, structural steel, seismic bracing, lighting, pneumatic tube, service access. • Wall Framing and Rating – Piping, conduit, wall mounted equipment, j-boxes, interference walls, damper framing, access doors, wall bracing, fire stopping. • Roof and penthouse – Equipment curbs, sleepers, platforms, penetrations, vibration isolation, discharge/intake proximity, equipment screens. • Life Safety – Fire alarm, fire/smoke dampers, smoke detection, door closure, fire sprinkler flow, central station dialing, air handling shut down, smoke evacuation, elevator recall. • Normal and Emergency Power – Utilities, Generators, switch gear, emergency and egress lighting, transfer switches, load shedding and fuel oil systems. • Medical and Imaging Equipment - Mechanical and electrical connections, owner provided, contractor provided, anchorage, wall and ceiling backing. • Low Voltage systems – BMS, lighting controls, fire alarm, smoke control, security, telecom cabling, IT equipment cooling, fire alarm central stations dialing, control system modem lines. Other Responsibilities • Participate in weekly subcontractor’s meeting, as necessary • Arrange special meetings and keep appropriate notes when necessary to coordinating subcontractor’s shop drawings, address special design problems with subcontractors and consultants, etc. • Monitor on-site work to ensure compliance with contract requirements and schedule and contribute progress information to periodic update • Inspect equipment, materials, and fabrications stored off-site to verify payment requests • Identify work of other trades which requires coordination with mechanical and electrical work such as drywall, elevators, finish hardware, etc. • Assist Project Manager in reviewing change order request for scope and pricing • Assist in developing and implementing programs for temporary mechanical and electrical systems and/or the temporary use of permanent systems • Make recommendations on subcontractor performance, abilities and suitability for bidding certain jobs, and on key subcontractor personnel to request for certain jobs • Review mechanical and electrical payment requests and billing breakdowns • Develop and maintain working relationships with building, plumbing and electric inspectors • Perform manual work only in rare circumstances when, in employee’s independent judgment, exigent circumstances require it • Document final close-out and Owner’s acceptance • Ability to travel as required by management • Ability to supervise multiple projects over a large geographic area as required by management • Complete other responsibilities as assigned MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: • Degree in construction or engineering or equivalent experience • Extensive field construction experience at supervisory level (Minimum 8 years as Mechanical Electrical Superintendent) • Technical background in electrical/mechanical trades • Knowledge of OSHA laws • Contractual background • Knowledge of job scheduling, planning, expediting and cost control Effective English verbal and written communication skills • Ability to identify, address and solve jobsite problems • Strong sense of urgency • Knowledge of craft labor assignments SUMMARY OF BENEFITS: This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options. Anticipated Job Application Deadline: 08/03/2026 Welcome to Swinerton—Building Excellence Since 1888 Swinerton is a 100% employee-owned construction company with a legacy of shaping skylines, transforming communities, and delivering award-winning projects across the United States. Since our founding in 1888, we have remained forward-thinking, operating with accountability, integrity, and a passion for building what matters. As an integrated ecosystem of expertise, Swinerton brings together talented professionals from diverse backgrounds to deliver innovative and efficient construction solutions. Our collaborative, interdisciplinary approach sets us apart, allowing us to respond to any project challenge—regardless of size, location, or complexity. 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