MEP Site Leader – On‑Site Coordination & Safety

M. A. Mortenson Company; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Assistant MEP Superintendent to coordinate and supervise MEP trade contractors and craft teams across projects. The role emphasizes flexibility, proactive problem-solving, and strong communication in a fast-paced environment.

You will support project managers on schedule development, safety audits, and quality control while overseeing labor, timecards, and craft certifications. A broad field of benefits is offered with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Completion of or interest in Master, Journeyman, or Apprentice electrician program preferred.
• Minimum five years construction supervision or related experience.
• Minimum five years construction management or related experience, preferably with a Mechanical or Electrical Contractor.
• Electrical circuitry qualified or ability to be qualified by Mortenson Electrical Managers, if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage project labor (craft labor, subcontractors).
• Monitor and address issues within weekly labor reports.
• Review and approve craft worker certifications and trainings for specialty craft roles.
• Participate in site orientation training, first hour orientation, and site safety meetings.
• Coordinate review and approval of craft worker timecards.
• Participate in hire and dismissal process of craft workers.
• Coordinate on-site operations/Scope of Work (Equipment, Labor, Schedule).
• Provide guidance on activities including set-up, work in-place, and project closeout/demobilization.
• Support and participate with Project Managers on schedule development and updates.
• Coordinate with equipment facility and outside equipment providers for project equipment (cranes, trailers, etc.).
• Review and verify quantity takeoffs and materials management process during buyout.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Strong customer service skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Arch Eng/Construction Management, or equivalent

Master/Journeyman/Apprentice electrician program preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Assistant MEP Superintendent to coordinate and supervise MEP trade contractors and craft teams across projects. The role emphasizes flexibility, proactive problem-solving, and strong communication in a fast-paced environment.

You will support project managers on schedule development, safety audits, and quality control while overseeing labor, timecards, and craft certifications. A broad field of benefits is offered with competitive pay.