Mep Superintendent

Actalent; Texas; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a qualified MEP Superintendent to lead field operations on a data center project in Barstow, TX. You will coordinate with the Project Manager, subs, and suppliers to meet budget, quality, schedule, and safety goals while maintaining thorough site records.

The role requires strong knowledge of MEP coordination, safety leadership, and experience with construction management software. This position is on-site in Barstow, TX, with a focus on productivity and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–5 years of experience as a construction superintendent or similar role.
• Experience on data center construction projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day field operations and ensure safety, quality, and schedule performance.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and the Project Manager to maintain progress.
• Develop field logistics, plans, and routines aligned with project milestones.
• Review plans for constructability and help mitigate risks and deviations.
• Maintain thorough daily logs, reports, and contract documentation on site.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Procore

Blueprint reading

Schedule management

Safety leadership

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Project

Bluebeam

Adobe

Job description

Job Description

MEP Superintendent

Job Description

The MEP Superintendent organizes, manages, and controls assigned projects to ensure that budget, quality, schedule, and safety objectives are consistently met. This role directly oversees field operations for a data center project in Barstow, TX, managing site productivity, subcontractor and supplier coordination, and day-to-day jobsite activities in close partnership with the Project Manager. The MEP Superintendent reports to the VP of Field Operations and works closely with Project Management to deliver high-performing, safe, and well-coordinated MEP construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise throughout the preconstruction process, supporting accurate planning and coordination.
• Develop jobsite logistics plans and ensure they support efficient and safe field operations.
• Participate in constructability reviews and identify opportunities to improve buildability and reduce risk.
• Assist in developing and managing the preconstruction schedule, aligning field expectations with project milestones.
• Develop and organize the field team, including arranging temporary facilities, utilities, and other site needs.
• Manage day-to-day operations at the jobsite, including sequencing of work, logistics, and safety oversight.
• Direct workflow in accordance with the project schedule and adjust activities to maintain progress.
• Communicate priorities clearly to subcontractor staff and monitor project progress against targets.
• Create detailed logs and daily reports of construction activities, documenting work performed and key events.
• Review plans and specifications for constructability and advise the project team of issues or deficiencies.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to develop and maintain the project progress schedule, ensuring methods and sequences are practical and followed in the field.
• Identify long-lead items and work with the management team to track procurement and delivery.
• Ensure complete, accurate daily documentation of work in place and maintain organized records.
• Maintain accurate contract documents at the site and ensure all supplemental information, RFI responses, and changes are documented and posted to the site set of plans and specifications.
• Develop and maintain an accurate set of record documents to be incorporated into project closeout documentation.
• Maintain a safe and secure jobsite at all times and promote a culture of Zero Injury.
• Ensure job safety requirements are understood and implemented by all project personnel and trade contractors, using safety support personnel as a resource.
• Ensure any accidents or incidents are promptly reported and investigated, and assist during safety inspections by outside agencies.
• Lead on-site safety meetings and ensure all workers receive appropriate safety training or review prior to starting work.
• Review trade contractors’ safety programs and MSDS information during trade contractor start-up meetings.
• Monitor the jobsite for safety hazards, correct unsafe conditions, and report safety incidents to safety personnel and/or Project Management.
• Understand the owner’s goals regarding construction and communicate them clearly to all field personnel.
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with the owner, architect, and other project stakeholders throughout the project.
• Represent the organization in a professional manner through conduct, appearance, and demeanor, acting as an ambassador on assigned projects.
• Facilitate effective communication between the general contractor and subcontractors to resolve issues and maintain alignment.
• Lead and participate in schedule meetings to review progress, address constraints, and update field activities.
• Oversee quality assurance and quality control activities to ensure work meets project specifications and standards.
• Manage subcontractor performance in the field, including coordination, sequencing, and adherence to safety and quality requirements.

Essential Skills

• High school education required.
• 1–5 years minimum experience or equivalent in a construction superintendent role.
• Experience working on data center construction projects.
• Strong competency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook for email and calendar scheduling.
• Familiarity with construction management software such as Procore, MS Project, Adobe, and Bluebeam.
• Procore experience for project and field management.
• Ability to read and expertly understand building plans and specifications.
• Demonstrated experience in construction manage