Plumbing Superintendent - Healthcare

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.

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.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; additional coursework in construction management or completion of a plumbing trade program preferred
• 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+
• 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)
• CPR, First Aid, OSHA 30, EM-385, and STS certifications required (training can be provided)

Since its founding in 1996, RQ has expanded from a regional leader in Southern California to a nationwide organization managing projects approaching $1B in value. As an integrated design and construction firm, we provide services including construction, architectural design, trade services, virtual design and construction, and sustainable/LEED project management for projects ranging from $25M to over $250M. Our portfolio spans the U.S. and international locations such as Naval Station Guantanamo Bay and Puerto Rico.

Our continued success is driven by a commitment to Quality, Integrity, and Leadership. We foster a team-oriented environment where innovation is encouraged, and employees are supported in delivering exceptional results. In return, we offer a strong compensation package, excellent benefits, and a positive, collaborative workplace If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role with a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply today.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices) marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.

All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire. Additionally, all candidates must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check, for access to job site at military base (if applicable for position being hired for).