Field Superintendent - Mechanical Wet Systems

Hoffman Construction Company; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoffman Construction Company is seeking a Mechanical Field Superintendent to oversee projects in Boise, ID. This role involves managing plumbing and fire protection teams and ensuring projects are completed efficiently and safely.

Ideal candidates will have over five years of experience in construction, specifically in plumbing and fire protection, along with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Strong project management and communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• A minimum of five years' of plumbing and fire protection construction experience.
• Experience with large industrial and hi‑tech fabrication projects preferred.
• OHSA 30 Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day activities with subcontractors.
• Supervise multiple subcontractors and craft employees.
• Manage RFIs and submittals with clients.

Skills

Project management

Microsoft Office 365

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Project management software (Prolog, Procore)

Primavera Project Planner (P6)

Design software (AutoCAD, Revit)

Job description

The Mechanical Field Superintendent will work within the Construction department and will report to the Project Superintendent and Mechanical/Electrical Construction Manager. They will work closely with other Superintendents and subcontractors. The Mechanical Field Superintendent will be responsible for managing projects from start to finish, ensuring supervision of the plumbing and fire protection team and subcontractors. This position will be fully at the project site in Boise, ID.

Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 + Incentives

Essential Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day activities with other superintendents, plumbing and fire protection subcontractors, and other discipline subcontractors.
• Supervise multiple subcontractors and craft employees.
• Maintain and adjust project schedule daily.
• Manage RFIs (requests for information) and submittal materials for review with the Client/Architect.
• Manage and oversee our cost control and QA/QC program.
• Manage and abide by all safety protocols.
• Provide resolution to design and constructability issues.
• Respond to customer/client requests and/or issues and develop resolution to problems using technical expertise.
• Must be able to interpret and implement proper installations in compliance with all local authority permitting codes and site specifications.
• Provide supporting information regarding field conditions and scope for cost estimates.
• Facilitate contractor activity ensuring performance by all contractual agreements.
• Assist with management project staffing.
• Work closely with clients, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors.

Qualifications

Professional Experience and Education

• A minimum of five (5) years' of plumbing and fire protection construction experience.
• Extensive experience on large industrial and hi‑tech fabrication projects preferred.
• OHSA 30 Certification.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent degree and/or equivalent field work experience preferred.
• Education background in materials and methods of construction.

Position Related Skills

• Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point and Teams), and have a general understanding of working within a computer network.
• Experience with project management software such as Prolog, Procore, E‑Builder, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Primavera Project Planner (P6).
• Experience with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks.
• Training in design and construction document reading, design specifications, survey theory and techniques.
• Experience in organizing technical data in a neat and accurate method. Familiar with CSI specification system for construction.
• Must be familiar with plumbing and fire protection installations on large mechanical and process equipment, and installations in cleanroom environments.
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of all aspects of construction.
• Highly developed visual observation and interpretation skills.
• Ability to work well and maintain a cooperative attitude through high‑pressure situations.
• Excellent time‑management skills and ability to multi‑task and prioritize work while frequently interrupted by phone calls and questions on work in progress.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to work closely with variety of trade and craft people in a field work situation. Patience and professionalism are essential.
• Must be a strong team player with the ability to collaborate with various personnel within and across departments and at all levels of leadership.
• Work schedule must be flexible to allow extended hours or off‑shift work to accommodate changing construction schedule and sequences.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Standing/Walking/Sitting: Workday is a combination of being stationary and moving about the work location.
• Must be able to climb stairs: Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs and work in confined spaces.
• Hands/Arms: Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Frequently operates machinery and will use hands/fingers and legs to operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect and position materials.
• Sight: Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus in an outdoor environment. Must be able to safely operate a vehicle with a valid driver's license. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; reading printed and digital documents.
• Hearing: Must be able to work in proximity to loud equipment more than 75% of the time. Must be able to wear hearing protection as necessary. Often required to communicate with customers and coworkers in an office setting and on the job site.
• Speech: Ability to communicate laws, ordinances, plans, regulations, protocols, directives, and standard operating procedures related to project scope in English.
• Lift/Carry: Must have the ability to lift or manipulate 50 pounds to a height of 3 feet, and carry or push it 50-100 feet.
• Bending/Twisting: Frequent.
• Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: Must be able to regularly position self in a kneeling, crouching or crawling position for the purpose of examining project work.
• Must use independent judgment, and organizational and problem‑solving skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results.