MEP Superintendent

Mortenson Construction; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 111,400 - 195,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plan

401k match

Paid time off

Life/AD&D insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym discount

Job summary

Mortenson Construction is seeking an experienced MEP Superintendent to review, manage, and resolve field coordination issues across project teams. The role emphasizes effective communication, planning, and collaboration with design engineers and field staff to keep projects on schedule.

Qualified candidates will have extensive construction experience, supervisory background, and a focus on data center projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate degree in construction-related field or 10 years' trade experience.
• 8+ years construction experience with 2+ years supervisory, preferably with a mechanical or electrical contractor.
• Ability to coordinate multiple, complex data center projects.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide coordination, planning, and supervision for MEP scopes of work
• Develop and enhance customer relationships by providing excellent service
• Plan and implement to ensure materials, equipment, and inspections support the project schedule
• Review construction documents for completeness and constructability
• Review and understand contract documents
• Coordinate plans and specifications with design engineers, resolving discrepancies
• Participate in the development and management of project schedules, including three and six‑week look‑ahead schedules
• Develop a site logistics plan
• Manage the utilization of Mortenson tools and equipment
• Collaborate with project partner superintendents

Skills

Effective communication

Project coordination

Detail oriented

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction, civil, architectural, mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced MEP Superintendent to review, provide analysis, manage, and resolve field coordination issues with project team members and participants. Excellent communication skills are necessary as you will interact with staff at all levels in an ever‑changing environment. Your ability to remain flexible, inventive, dedicated, and efficient with an elevated level of integrity and confidentiality is vital to your success.

This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.

Accepted Locations: Lincoln, NE; Omaha, NE; Cedar Rapids, IA

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide coordination, planning, and supervision for MEP scopes of work
• Develop and enhance customer relationships by providing excellent service
• Plan and implement to ensure materials, equipment, and inspections support the project schedule
• Review construction documents for completeness and constructability
• Review and understand contract documents
• Coordinate plans and specifications with design engineers, resolving discrepancies
• Participate in the development and management of project schedules, including three and six‑week look‑ahead schedules
• Develop a site logistics plan
• Manage the utilization of Mortenson tools and equipment
• Collaborate with project partner superintendents

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate or bachelor's degree in construction, civil, architectural, mechanical, and/or electrical engineering, or 10 years of trade experience
• Minimum 8 years of construction experience with two years of supervisory experience, preferably with a mechanical or electrical contractor
• Ability to fulfill responsibilities for multiple, complex data center projects
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
• Positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
• Active listening skills and effective communication, openness to diverse input and feedback
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and affirmative action plans and their intended use
• Current driver’s license

BENEFITS

• Medical and prescription drug plans that include no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No‑cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work‑life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance
• Gym membership discount program

COMPENSATION

MEP Superintendent I: Base pay range $111,400 Min – $167,100 Max.

MEP Superintendent II: Base pay range $130,100 Min – $195,200 Max.

(Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%; Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%; Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

OTHER DETAILS

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B, TN, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.