Construction Superintendent - Traveling Position

Construction Superintendent

As a Construction Superintendent at CIMCO, you'll lead onsite operations with precision—coordinating crews, managing materials, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. If you bring ammonia refrigeration expertise, strong field leadership, and a commitment to project success, you'll drive results that keep our clients running smoothly.

Company Benefits

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick pay
• PPE annual allowance for boots and prescription safety glasses
• Work shirts provided by company
• Annual appreciation package
• Early performance evaluation opportunities
• Competitive benefits (medical/ dental/ vision)
• 401k + match
• Company paid life insurance and disability
• Employee assistance program
• Career development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Ensure all crewmembers are actively engaged and working in accordance with CIMCO safety and quality procedures
• Work with the Sr. or General Superintendent and Project Manager to ensure active jobs are adequately staffed with the appropriate trades
• Coordinate daily communication and activities with customers, management, and subcontractors onsite
• Plan and coordinate site material and consumable deliveries, ensuring items are onsite and inventoried at least two weeks prior to scheduled work
• Receive, inventory, and document all equipment and material deliveries; report discrepancies to the Project Manager
• Generate detailed weld maps for all installed piping
• Submit accurate weekly timesheets for all field hands and rig welders
• Conduct daily coordination meetings and provide technical guidance and problem-solving support
• Maintain accurate field documentation and ensure CIMCO vehicles and tool trailers are properly maintained
• Verify current project documentation is followed, including drawings, specifications, RFIs, change orders, and submittals
• Deliver quality red-lined as-built drawings upon project completion
• Assist with material takeoffs and rental equipment identification
• Support development of 3-week look-ahead schedules and crane pick plans with safety requirements

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in industrial refrigeration construction, including ammonia systems
• 3+ years in a supervisory or superintendent role
• Strong knowledge of piping systems, welding, reciprocating and screw compressors, and cold storage construction standards
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications
• Familiarity with IIAR standards and pressure testing methods
• RETA 1 & 2 certification (preferred; must be willing to obtain)
• Universal EPA certification (preferred; must be willing to obtain)
• OSHA 30 certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong communication skills and confidence working directly with clients and crews
• Proficiency with basic computer tools for documentation and scheduling
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in elevated or confined spaces
• Ability to work extended shifts in varying weather conditions

Company Profile

CIMCO specializes in the engineering, design, manufacture, installation and service of complex thermal building solutions for industrial, process cooling and recreational refrigeration and mechanical systems. For more than 100 years, CIMCO's leadership and unparalleled research, development and manufacturing programs has put us at the forefront of industry advancements and technological breakthroughs. Our professional engineers, technicians and designers apply innovative state-of-the-art equipment and refrigerants to develop systems that meet even the most complex thermal challenges.

CIMCO is committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Together, we embrace diversity of thought, experience, and perspective, as we combine our unique skills and capabilities to drive successful outcomes for all stakeholders. As an equal opportunity employer, CIMCO provides accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Travel Required

Yes. This position requires regular travel between job sites and locations.

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