MEP Assistant Superintendent

HITT Contracting Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

HITT Contracting Inc. in Seattle is seeking an experienced MEP Assistant Superintendent to support field operations, conduct inspections, track documentation, and coordinate startup activities for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.

The role requires 2–5 years in commercial construction, a high school diploma with a four-year degree preferred, strong communication and leadership, travel willingness, and a proactive approach to safety, quality, and schedule management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; four-year degree preferred in construction, engineering, or business.
• 2-5 years’ experience in commercial construction with a general contractor.
• Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to lead a team.
• Willingness to travel and work independently.
• Ability to recognize and seek quality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adherence to safety standards.
• Assist bidding mechanical and electrical trades.
• Ensure required documentation is filed.
• Attend project meetings and record minutes.
• Collaborate with the project superintendent and site operations.
• Develop and manage MEP critical path schedule.
• Update project schedule and overall logistics.
• Coordinate and track critical path construction and startup activities.
• Review mechanical and electrical submittals.
• Track and coordinate equipment deliveries.
• Provide conflict resolution for MEP issues.
• Support quality control of MEP systems.
• Assist startup and pretesting of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Coordinate and support third-party commissioning.
• Manage commissioning documentation.
• Assist in closeout process.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Strong leadership skills

Problem solving

Independent worker

Motivated self-starter

Computer/software proficiency

Willingness to travel

Education

High school diploma required; four-year degree preferred in construction, engineering, or business

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belong at HITT.

MEP Assistant Superintendent

Job Description

The MEP Assistant Superintendent position allows an individual to develop skills for a career in technical MEP construction and management. Working directly with the project MEP Superintendent conducting field inspections, progress updates, assisting with document control, equipment inspections, vendor coordination, and supporting the equipment startup and commissioning process.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adherence to HITT’s standards of safety
• Assist bidding mechanical and electrical trades
• Ensure that required documentation is filed
• Assist in conducting project meetings and record minutes
• Collaborate with the project superintendent and site operations team throughout the life of the project
• Assist in developing an MEP critical path schedule
• Update project schedule, establish overall project logistics
• Assist in coordinating and tracking critical path construction and startup activities
• Review mechanical and electrical submittals
• Track and coordinate equipment deliveries
• Assist MEP Manager to provide conflict resolution for MEP issues
• Assist in coordinating and managing the quality control process for MEP systems construction
• Assist in managing startup and pretesting of mechanical and electrical systems
• Assist coordinating and supporting third party commissioning activities
• Manage commissioning documentation
• Assist in managing the closeout process

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred.
• 2-5 years’ experience in commercial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractor
• Passion for construction industry
• Ability to recognize and seek quality
• Strong communication skills; verbal and written
• Strong leadership skills; able to build and lead a team
• Aptitude for problem solving
• Ability to work independently
• Motivated self-starter
• Effectively utilize computer and software technology in the performance of duties
• Willingness to travel

In Accordance With The Washington Equal Pay And Opportunity Act, Section RCW 49.58.110, The Base Salary Range For This Position Is

$79,200.00 - $132,000.00

Compensation in other cities and states may vary. HITT Contracting offers a competitive total benefits and compensation package including performance-based bonuses, premium health care coverage including vision and dental, employer-matched 401(k), wellness reimbursement program, paid holidays and time-off, and other voluntary benefits and leave types. The determination of salary is based on the candidate’s individual professional experience, qualifications, education, skills, and training.

HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

In accordance with Washington’s Senate Bill 5123, HITT Contracting will only base initial hiring decisions on drug screenings non-inclusive of cannabis. This law does not apply to applicants seeking positions that require a federal background investigation of security clearance or positions identified as safety sensitive. These positions include safety professionals, any level of superintendent or project manager, MEP or QC professionals, project engineers and construction interns.