Mechanical Superintendent

Wohlsen Construction; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Wohlsen Construction in Lancaster, PA is seeking a Mechanical Superintendent to lead field activities from pre-construction through project completion. You will supervise mechanical crews, coordinate with electrical, plumbing, and other trades, and ensure installations comply with contract documents, schedules, codes, and company standards.

This role requires 7–10 years of mechanical construction experience, strong leadership and communication, and the ability to read drawings and shop drawings.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of mechanical construction field leadership experience.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA codes preferred.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide field supervision and leadership for mechanical construction activities.
• Coordinate mechanical subcontractors, vendors, and trades.
• Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, and submittals.
• Monitor installations for quality, schedule, and code compliance.
• Coordinate with electrical, plumbing, fire protection, architectural, and structural systems.
• Develop and monitor look-ahead schedules and allocate manpower/materials.
• Identify and resolve field conflicts and coordination issues.
• Promote a safe, organized, and productive job site.

Skills

Field leadership

Mechanical construction

Problem solving

Strong communication

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

BIM coordination

Job description

Mechanical Superintendent

Lancaster, PA

Full Time

Experienced

About Your Opportunity:

You will provide field leadership and oversight of mechanical construction activities from pre-construction through project completion. You will work closely with the Project Team, mechanical subcontractors, design team, and client to ensure mechanical work is safely, efficiently, and correctly installed in accordance with the contract documents, schedule, codes, and company standards.

How You’ll Contribute:

• Provide overall field supervision and leadership for mechanical construction activities.
• Manage and coordinate mechanical subcontractors, vendors, and other trades.
• Review mechanical drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings.
• Monitor mechanical installations for quality, schedule, code compliance, and adherence to plans and specifications.
• Coordinate mechanical work with electrical, plumbing, fire protection, architectural, and structural systems.
• Develop and monitor mechanical look-ahead schedules and coordinate manpower, materials, and equipment.
• Identify and resolve field conflicts and coordination issues.
• Participate in project coordination meetings and hold subcontractors accountable for schedule and quality.
• Coordinate mechanical equipment deliveries, installation, startup, testing, balancing, commissioning, and closeout activities.
• Maintain punch lists and ensure timely completion of outstanding mechanical work.
• Assist with RFIs, change orders, procurement, and project documentation.
• Work with the BIM Coordinator and Project Team on mechanical coordination and constructability.
• Promote a safe, organized, and productive job site.
• Partner with the client, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors to successfully deliver the project.
• Provide field expertise, mentorship, and support to the Project Team.

Qualifications

• Seven to Ten years of progressively responsible mechanical construction experience, with field supervision experience preferred.
• Experience as a Mechanical Superintendent, Mechanical Foreman, or similar field leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical construction methods, materials, and installation practices.
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA, and other industry standards.
• Experience with HVAC systems, hydronic systems, piping, air distribution, controls, equipment startup, and testing and balancing.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, equipment schedules, and shop drawings.
• Working knowledge of Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and BIM coordination software preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel and work overtime, weekends, or be on call as needed.

It is the policy of Wohlsen Construction to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored employee activities.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and Wohlsen Construction may exercise its employment at-will rights at any time.