Assistant Mechanical Superintendent - Mission Critical

Big-D Construction Corporation; Reno, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

HSA Contribution

PTO & Holidays

401k with match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Supplemental Benefits

Job summary

Big-D Construction Corporation's Mission Critical group seeks an Assistant Mechanical Superintendent to support planning, coordination, and execution of mechanical construction on data center projects in Reno, NV. The role works closely with the Mechanical Superintendent to oversee field operations, subcontractor performance, safety, quality, and schedule adherence for critical systems.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree or 3+ years in commercial construction, with experience in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3+ years of related experience on commercial construction projects.
• Experience with HVAC, piping, plumbing, and mechanical systems on large projects.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and specs; coordinate with subs and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical scopes on data center projects.
• Assist safety, quality, schedule, production, logistics and coordination.
• Represent the company in meetings with stakeholders.
• Coordinate and direct subcontractors and vendors.
• Work with project team to set goals and accountability.
• Maintain productivity, material use and contractual performance.
• Verify subcontractor completion of scope; manage changes learning.

Skills

HVAC experience

Piping experience

Plumbing experience

Mechanical systems

Coordination of subcontractors

Safety oversight

Scheduling and progress tracking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

3+ years of related construction experience

Tools

CPM scheduling

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on September 14, 2026

Locations

• Showing 1 location Reno, NV
  Reno, NV, USA
  
• All Big D Roles
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MECHA004042

Description

Big-D Mission Critical is looking for an Assistant Mechanical Superintendent. The Assistant Mechanical Superintendent supports the planning, coordination, and execution of mechanical construction activities on complex data center projects. Working closely with the Mechanical Superintendent, this role helps oversee field operations, subcontractor performance, safety, quality, and schedule adherence for critical mechanical systems. The ideal candidate has experience with HVAC, piping, plumbing, and commissioning support within large commercial or mission-critical construction environments.

This position is based in Reno, NV.

Experience/Training:

• Bachelor's degree or 3+ years of related experience working on commercial construction projects; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Duties, Responsibilities and Expectations: (other duties may be assigned to meet business needs)

• Support on mechanical scopes on data center projects
• Support the safety, quality, schedule, production, logistics and coordination
• Represents the company in meetings and interfaces with all project stakeholders
• Coordinates and directs all subcontractor and vendors
• Works with the project team to establish goals and develop accountability
• Assumes responsibility for productivity of crafts, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance of the project
• Verifies to ensure subcontractor completes the assigned scope of work
• Seeks to learn changes in the industry

Critical Skillss:

• Experience supporting the installation of HVAC, chilled water, piping, plumbing, and mechanical systems on commercial or data center projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical drawings, specifications, and construction sequencing.
• Ability to coordinate subcontractors and support daily field operations.
• Knowledge of construction safety requirements and quality control processes.
• Familiarity with commissioning, startup, testing, and turnover activities.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with scheduling, work planning, and tracking project progress.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with project teams, trade partners, engineers, and owners in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Ability to proactively plan and identify risks to meet or exceed the deadline while meeting the safety requirements, productivity goals, sustainability goals and quality.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in the workplace.
• Ability to read, understand, and red-line work orders, budget, change orders, safety standards, plans specifications, shop drawings, submittals, manufacturer’s literature.
• Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, memos, blue prints, contract documents and specifications, and CPM schedules.
• Possess strong customer service skills.
• Regular, timely, and predictable attendance is required for this position.

BENEFITS:

• 100% Medical & Dental premiums paid for
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• PTO & Holidays
• 401k with match
• Life Insurance & Disability paid for
• Supplemental Benefits available

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