Field Talent Superintendent, MEP Construction Leader

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing is seeking a Workforce Planning & Development Leader (Field Talent Superintendent) to oversee strategic manpower planning, skilled trades evaluation, labor forecasting, and craft workforce optimization across multiple Richmond-area job sites, including data centers and commercial projects. The role emphasizes safety, productivity, and staff development.

You will partner with Operations, Superintendents, and Project Managers to align workforce strategy

Qualifications

• 10+ years of field superintendent experience on large commercial or industrial projects.
• Strong background in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) construction.
• Experience managing large craft labor forces across multiple job sites.
• Willingness to travel regionally and work in Richmond, VA.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate skilled trades professionals through interviews, field observation, and performance assessments.
• Assign plumbers, pipefitters, electricians, HVAC technicians, and sheet metal mechanics based on project scope and competency level.
• Develop 3-, 6-, and 12-month labor forecasts aligned with construction schedules.
• Translate project schedules into labor demand curves by trade and skill level.
• Identify workforce gaps and support proactive recruiting and pipeline strategies.
• Optimize workforce allocation across multiple active job sites.
• Partner with the Director of Operations, Superintendents, and Project Managers to align manpower planning with active and upcoming projects.
• Support staffing strategies for large-scale commercial, industrial, and mission-critical construction projects.
• Maintain deep knowledge of self-perform MEP trades and jobsite productivity standards.
• Promote safety, craftsmanship, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Ensure fairness and consistency in workforce placement decisions.
• Identify high-potential craft professionals for leadership development.
• Support succession planning for Superintendent and field leadership roles.
• Partner with training teams to address technical skill gaps.
• Build relationships with trade schools, apprenticeship programs, and workforce development organizations.
• Participate in hiring events and long-term craft pipeline development initiatives.

Skills

Manpower planning

Labor forecasting

MEP construction

Leadership

Field operations

Job description

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing is seeking a Workforce Planning & Development Leader (Field Talent Superintendent) to oversee strategic manpower planning, skilled trades evaluation, labor forecasting, and craft workforce optimization across multiple Richmond-area job sites, including data centers and commercial projects. The role emphasizes safety, productivity, and staff development.

You will partner with Operations, Superintendents, and Project Managers to align workforce strategy