MEP Assistant Superintendent - Mission Critical - Dallas, TX

VetJobs; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid vacation and sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Alston Construction seeks an experienced MEP Assistant Superintendent to supervise field operations on mission-critical data center projects in Dallas. You will coordinate subcontractors, manage safety plans, and enforce lean construction practices while ensuring quality and on-time delivery.

The role demands strong knowledge of electrical systems, commissioning processes, and IST protocols, with OSHA 30 and First Aid/CPR certifications preferred. On-site work is required.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in commercial or industrial construction, preferably mission-critical or MEP-intensive projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems including medium voltage distribution, UPS, switchgear, and grounding.
• Understanding of commissioning processes, IST protocols, and startup procedures.
• OSHA 30-hour Safety Certification.
• First Aid/CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise field operations and ensure alignment with schedule, safety, and quality goals.
• Coordinate daily construction activities among subcontractors, suppliers, and field engineers.
• Conduct daily site walks to monitor safety, cleanliness, and work quality.
• Lead daily huddles and support trade coordination meetings.
• Assist in implementing Last Planner System with look-ahead planning and PPC tracking.
• Monitor short-interval schedules and report updates to senior field leadership.
• Maintain daily reports, safety logs, and field documentation.
• Coordinate inspections and manage field punchlists with QA/QC teams.

Skills

Field coordination

Safety enforcement

Subcontractor management

Last Planner System

PPC tracking

Education

High School/GED

Degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience. This role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

About Alston Construction

Alston Construction Company is a nationwide general contractor, with more than 20 offices coast to coast. For over 35 years we have delivered on our promises to our employees, clients, and business partners. We offer extremely competitive salaries, a superb benefits package, and a great place to work! In addition to routinely receiving awards for our projects and safety performance, we have also received numerous “Best Places to Work” awards!

We look for passionate construction professionals who share our core values: commitment, integrity, teamwork, and respect. As our CEO, Paul Little, says “In order to be successful at Alston Construction, you must enjoy seeing success in others.” If this sounds like you and what you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you!

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• prescription safety glasses
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• life insurance/AD&D
• HSA
• health FSA
• dependent daycare FSA
• EAP
• 401(k)
• Roth 401(k)
• After-Tax Roth In-Plan Conversion
• paid vacation and sick time
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• Tickets at Work
• paid Identity Theft Protection (family coverage) and more!

Job Summary

The MEP Assistant Superintendent supports the Project Superintendent and Senior Superintendent in managing field operations for mission-critical data center projects. This role is ideal for a highly organized and proactive individual with a strong foundation in construction coordination, safety enforcement, and subcontractor management. The MEP Assistant Superintendent plays a key part in driving project progress, maintaining site safety, and supporting the successful delivery of technically complex infrastructure in the field.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities Will Include

• Support the Project Superintendent in supervising field operations, ensuring alignment with schedule, safety, and quality goals.
• Coordinate daily construction activities among subcontractors, suppliers, and field engineers.
• Conduct daily site walks to monitor safety, cleanliness, and work quality.
• Ensure adherence to site-specific safety plans and enforce compliance with OSHA, client-specific requirements.
• Lead daily morning huddles and support weekly trade coordination meetings.
• Assist in implementing the Last Planner System including look-ahead planning, constraint removal, and PPC tracking.
• Monitor short-interval schedules and communicate updates to trades and senior field leadership.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, safety logs, and field documentation.
• Support installation verification for MEP systems, structural elements, and finish scopes.
• Coordinate inspections and manage field punchlists with the QA/QC and commissioning teams.
• Assist in managing material deliveries, laydown planning, and on-site logistics.
• Help enforce jobsite organization and secure work areas in line with lean construction principles.
• Facilitate resolution of field issues by escalating to senior staff and design partners as needed.
• Perform and verify field measurements to validate installation tolerances and conformance to approved documents.
• Support site coordination efforts including utility conflicts, slab penetrations, and rough-in inspections.
• Assist with field layout verification based on submittals, shop drawings, and as-built conditions.
• Coordinate with city inspectors, special inspectors, and third-party consultants to ensure compliance with code and inspection requirements.

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial or industrial construction, preferably in mission-critical or MEP-intensive projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems including medium voltage distribution, UPS, switchgear, and grounding.
• Understanding of commissioning processes, IST protocols, and startup procedures.
• OSHA 30-hour Safety Certification.
• First Aid/CPR Certification.

City*

Dallas

State*

Texas

Job_Category

Construction

Job Code

Operations_ Specialist

Affiliate Sponsor

Alston Construction