Plumbing Superintendent

Plumbing Superintendent


An experienced Plumbing Superintendent is required to oversee plumbing installation, maintenance and commissioning activities across a range of construction and engineering projects. This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for coordinating site teams, subcontractors and specialist trades to ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standards.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate plumbing works from mobilisation through to completion and handover.
• Interpret drawings, specifications, schedules and method statements, identifying issues before they affect progress.
• Plan labour, materials, plant and equipment to meet programme requirements.
• Monitor installation quality, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, technical standards and project specifications.
• Lead daily briefings, toolbox talks and coordination meetings with site teams and contractors.
• Track progress, report on productivity and contribute to programme updates and look-ahead planning.
• Work closely with construction managers, engineers and other disciplines to resolve clashes and technical queries.
• Support inspections, testing, commissioning and the preparation of completion documentation.
• Promote a strong health and safety culture, ensuring risk assessments and safe systems of work are followed.

About you


You will have substantial experience supervising plumbing teams on commercial, industrial, residential or infrastructure projects. A sound understanding of above-ground and below-ground plumbing systems, pressure testing, drainage, water services and associated mechanical installations is essential. Experience working with subcontractors and managing multiple work fronts would be highly advantageous.


You should be able to read technical drawings confidently, organise competing priorities and communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels. Strong leadership, problem-solving and record-keeping skills are required, together with a proactive approach to quality and safety.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a Plumbing Superintendent, Plumbing Supervisor or similar senior site-based role.
• Relevant trade qualifications or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK construction health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines while maintaining high standards.
• Competence with project reporting and standard digital or document-control systems.
• Relevant site safety certification and a full driving licence are desirable.