Mechanical Superintendent - Mission Critical

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Pipefitting Superintendent to lead field execution on large mission critical projects. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and productivity while coordinating self-perform crews and subcontractors.

You will interpret contract documents and drawings, support isometric and shop drawing processes, and drive on-time delivery within budget while maintaining a collaborative project team culture.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of mechanical leadership experience, preferably pipefitting.
• Experience with complex commercial or mission-critical projects.
• Self-perform experience is strongly desired.
• Willingness for relocation within a region; nationwide travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing project-specific safety programs and inspections.
• Lead THA process and safety/EOE/Affirmative Action programs.
• Maintain thorough understanding of project schedule and budget.
• Assist project superintendent in locating/onboarding manpower and implementing project plans.
• Schedule and manage multiple crews across the project site.
• Allocate resources and coordinate materials deliveries and consumables.
• Comprehend contract drawings/specifications and communicate with owners/inspectors/other trades.
• Create isometric drawings and assist shop drawing/submittal process.

Skills

Mechanical leadership

Safety program execution

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award‑winning training programs, a best‑in‑class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our core values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

• We Live Our Core Values: We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
• We are Employee Owned: We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
• We Feel Like a Family: We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
• We are Builders: We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

Position Summary

The Mechanical Pipefitting Superintendent is responsible for leading field execution of complex mechanical work on large mission critical projects, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity. This role plans and manages multiple self‑perform process mechanical crews and could also supervise subcontractors, they oversee implementation of project‑specific safety programs and task hazard analyses, and drives adherence to schedule and budget. The Superintendent interprets contract documents and mechanical drawings, coordinates with owners, inspectors, and other trades, and supports project teams with isometric drawings, shop drawings, prefabrication and material planning. They play a key role in resolving field issues in real time, ensuring work is installed correctly the first time, and fostering a collaborative, problem‑solving culture across the project team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementation of project‑specific safety and accident prevention programs and maintain safe work areas through regular job‑site inspections.
• Lead McCarthy’s Task Hazard Analysis (THA) process and implement all safety and EEO/Affirmative Action programs.
• Maintain thorough understanding of project schedule and budget, enforcing plans and motivating employees to follow through.
• Assist project superintendent in locating/onboarding manpower, developing/implementing project plans and maintaining current contract documents.
• Schedule and manage multiple crews performing various tasks across the project site.
• Allocate resources, plan activities, review work and manage consumables/equipment, including compiling a comprehensive bill of materials and coordinating deliveries.
• Comprehend contract drawings/specifications and communicate with owners, inspectors and other trades.
• Create isometric drawings and assist project engineers in the shop drawing/submittal process.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in complex commercial or mission critical construction projects required.
• Minimum of 8 years of mechanical leadership experience required, preferably within a pipefitting setting.
• Self‑perform experience is strongly desired.
• Ability to work in a large team environment with a problem‑solving, project‑first mentality.
• Determination to take control and achieve results in identifying issues, reaching resolution and communicating with all team members to ensure work is installed properly the first time.
• Geographically mobile and able to relocate within a region is preferred however nationwide travel is possible to support project demands.
• Submitting a project list with details is highly encouraged.

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.