Mechanical Superintendent

Supplied Talent; Brandon; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Pension contributions

Fully furnished accommodations for out

Job summary

Supplied Talent in Brandon, MB leads a major $130M project, seeking a highly experienced Mechanical Superintendent. You will oversee self-performing crews of Plumbers, Pipefitters and Millwrights on a multi-year site.

This role focuses on safety, quality, productivity and on-schedule delivery. The ideal candidate holds a recognized mechanical trade certification and 5+ years supervising mechanical construction on heavy industrial or major infrastructure projects, with strong knowledge of

Qualifications

• Trade certification in Plumbing or Pipefitting.
• 5+ years supervising mechanical construction crews, including plumbers, pipefitters, millwrights and apprentices.
• Experience leading self-performing mechanical trades on heavy industrial or major infrastructure construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical installations, drawings, specs and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise self-performing mechanical construction crews, including Foremen, Lead Hands, Plumbers, Pipefitters, Millwrights and apprentices.
• Oversee daily mechanical construction activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule and to specification.
• Plan and coordinate manpower, equipment, materials and subcontractors to maintain productivity and meet milestones.
• Develop and execute short-term schedules, work packages and construction sequencing with other trades.
• Monitor labour productivity, material usage and cost codes to meet budgets and targets.
• Interpret drawings, specs and contract requirements to guide field execution.

Skills

Mechanical leadership

Crew supervision

Project planning

Safety compliance

Education

Trade certification in Plumbing or Pipefitting

Job description

We are recruiting a Mechanical Superintendent for an established heavy industrial and infrastructure contractor delivering a major $130M project in Brandon, MB. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, trade-certified mechanical leader to oversee self-performing crews of Plumbers, Pipefitters and Millwrights on a complex, multi-year construction project.

This is a long-term, site-based opportunity with an anticipated project duration of three years.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise self-performing mechanical construction crews, including Foremen, Lead Hands, Plumbers, Pipefitters, Millwrights and apprentices.
• Oversee daily mechanical construction activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule and to specification.
• Plan and coordinate manpower, equipment, materials and subcontractors to maintain productivity and meet project milestones.
• Develop and execute short-term schedules, work packages and construction sequencing in coordination with other trades.
• Monitor labour productivity, material usage and cost codes to achieve project budgets and performance targets.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, specifications and contract requirements to guide field execution and resolve technical issues.
• Coordinate material procurement, deliveries, storage and equipment availability to prevent construction delays.
• Maintain compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, company procedures and project-specific quality standards.
• Identify scope changes, additional work and potential cost impacts, communicating findings to project management.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, engineers, suppliers and other stakeholders to resolve construction challenges.
• Maintain accurate field documentation, including timesheets, progress reports, as-built drawings and quality records.
• Oversee mechanical inspections, testing, commissioning and turnover activities.
• Mentor and develop field personnel, providing clear direction, performance feedback and accountability for safety, quality and productivity.

Must Haves

• Recognized Mechanical Trade certification in Plumbing or Pipefitting.
• 5+ years of experience supervising mechanical construction crews, including Plumbers, Pipefitters, Millwrights and apprentices.
• Experience leading self-performing mechanical trades on heavy industrial or major infrastructure construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical installations, construction drawings, specifications and quality standards.
• Proven ability to manage workforce productivity and coordinate with other trades on construction projects.
• Eligible to work in Canada.

Nice to Haves

• Water or wastewater treatment plant construction experience.
• Experience supervising crews of approximately 20 tradespeople.
• Experience with industrial process piping, mechanical equipment installation and commissioning.
• Experience managing unionized workforces and collective agreements.
• Familiarity with construction cost codes, work packages and change management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.

• Comprehensive benefits
• Pension contributions
• Fully furnished accommodations for out-of-town candidates and their families