Mep Superintendent

Actalent; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

Per diem for travel

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a dedicated MEP Superintendent to lead and oversee all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and specialty systems for a large-scale Data Center project. This on-site role in Detroit, MI requires coordinating multiple subcontractors, monitoring progress, and ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

Qualified candidates will have 7+ years in construction supervision with a strong MEP focus, ability to read drawings, and willingness to travel as needed to

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction superintendent experience with a strong focus on MEP.
• Experience overseeing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialty subcontractors.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Open to travel and manage field coordination with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage MEP subcontractors.
• Monitor installation progress and resolve field issues.
• Support quality and commissioning efforts.
• Partner with project management teams to drive successful project execution.
• Maintain schedule commitments and enforce safety expectations.
• Ensure all building systems are installed and operating according to design requirements.

Skills

MEP supervision

Subcontractor management

Reading drawings & specs

Travel readiness

Construction coordination

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated MEP Superintendent to lead and oversee all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and specialty systems for a designated building on a large-scale Data Center construction project in Columbus, OH. This role requires ensuring that all MEP-related activities are completed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with project quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage MEP subcontractors.
• Monitor installation progress and resolve field issues.
• Support quality and commissioning efforts.
• Partner with project management teams to drive successful project execution.
• Maintain schedule commitments and enforce safety expectations.
• Ensure all building systems are installed and operating according to design requirements.

Essential Skills

• 7+ years of construction superintendent experience with a strong focus on MEP.
• Experience overseeing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialty subcontractors.
• Ability to manage all MEP scopes for large-scale commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects.
• Strong understanding of installation sequencing, commissioning, coordination, and quality control.
• Experience working for a general contractor or MEP contractor.
• Open to travel.
• Experience supporting mission-critical, data center, industrial, or manufacturing construction projects.
• Knowledge of commissioning, startup, and turnover processes.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience leading subcontractor meetings and driving field coordination efforts.

Work Environment

This field-based position supports a large-scale construction project, requiring daily coordination with project management, subcontractors, and client stakeholders. You will be responsible for one building with full oversight of all MEP scopes. Expect a fast-paced environment with typically 50-hour work weeks (Monday to Friday) and occasional weekends. Travel home schedules vary by project and can be arranged with the site lead. Qualified travelers may receive a per diem of approximately $3,000-$4,000 per month.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Detroit, MI.

Pay and Benefits

• The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr.
• Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
• Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Detroit,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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