Mechanical Piping Superintendent - Healthcare

Job Description

Job Description

Join a dynamic and forward-thinking team as a Mechanical Piping Superintendent supporting the construction of a major ambulatory care and dental facility. This full-time opportunity offers a salary range of $120,000-$160,000, along with an exceptional benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, HSA, 401(k), and paid time off.

This role requires relocation to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. While assigned on the island, employees receive company-sponsored housing for themselves and eligible dependents, utilities covered by the company, a company vehicle, and quarterly paid travel back home. Employees may also qualify for favorable foreign income exclusion tax benefits. Candidates must possess a valid passport. The position may begin stateside before deployment to Guantanamo Bay in Summer 2026.

Candidates with prior healthcare or hospital construction experience are highly encouraged to apply.

Position Overview

We are looking for a seasoned construction professional to oversee mechanical and hydronic piping operations on complex commercial and Department of Defense (DoD) projects. This individual will supervise field personnel and subcontractors to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards while maintaining project timelines.

In this leadership role, you will partner with project management teams to coordinate installations, track materials, and support successful field operations across demanding construction environments. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to proactively address field issues are essential to keeping work progressing on schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience serving as a Piping Superintendent or Foreman on military, government, healthcare, or large commercial construction projects valued at $5M-$10M+
• At least 4 years of hands-on experience as a journeyman-level mechanical pipefitter
• Knowledge of hydronic systems, underground piping, boilers, chillers, and project turnover
• Current OSHA 30 and CPR/First Aid certifications required or ability to obtain
• EM-385 certification preferred or ability to obtain
• Previous experience working with in active hospitals or healthcare facilities is strongly preferred

Why Join RQ

At RQ, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, large-scale military and healthcare construction projects that make a lasting impact. As a national Design-Build contractor, RQ provides strong opportunities for career advancement, professional development, and long-term growth. Our culture is built around safety, quality, teamwork, and mission success, creating an environment where employees are supported both personally and professionally while working on challenging and rewarding projects.

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).