MEP Superintendent- Buffalo, NY

Christa Construction; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Employer-Paid Life and LTD

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Christa Construction in Buffalo, NY seeks an experienced MEP Superintendent to lead on-site mechanical, electrical, and plumbing coordination. You will drive safety, quality, and schedule performance while coordinating with subcontractors and utility providers.

Your role requires strong leadership, deep MEP knowledge, and the ability to manage RFI processes, BIM coordination, and submittals across complex projects. This is an on-site, full-time position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
• Thorough understanding of the plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection trades.
• Ability to write and manage the MEP RFI process.
• Ability to direct and manage MEP BIM coordination.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply contract documents, building codes, and submittal requirements.
• Experience managing public utility installations, including design review, approvals, and easement processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily on-site MEP construction activities to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and to Christa Construction’s quality standards.
• Enforce safety policies, maintain a clean building and job site, and hold subcontractors accountable.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and utility providers to maintain smooth project operations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation, including daily reports, schedules, submittals, and as-built drawings.
• Drive project schedules through critical path planning, three-week lookaheads, and proactive material coordination.
• Review and approve subcontractor and supplier scopes of work, ensuring alignment with project requirements.
• Lead preconstruction meetings, owner updates, and project commissioning activities.
• Ensure quality control across all construction phases, from sitework to finishes.
• Track and maintain tools, equipment, and material deliveries to support uninterrupted project progress.
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and verify material needs throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate and document all required project inspections with local authorities, third-party agencies, and insurance representatives.
• Present project updates and status reports at owner meetings, ensuring clear and professional communication.
• Support and mentor field staff by modeling professionalism, accountability, and adherence to Christa Construction’s standards.
• Maintain an up-to-date and posted set of contract documents to ensure all work is performed in alignment with current project requirements.
• Proactively address and resolve project challenges, ensuring issues are managed to completion without delays.
• Prepare and maintain accurate daily reports, including site photos.
• Complete and submit monthly site safety training logs and reports.
• Document and report all major deliveries, meetings, and personnel on site.
• Submit proper incident and accident reports within 24 hours of occurrence.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

MEP trades

RFI process

BIM coordination

Contract documents

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

OSHA 10 required

OSHA 30 preferred

Job description

Description

MEP Superintendent

Buffalo, NY

On-site, Full-Time

At Christa Construction, we build more than projects, we build relationships, strong teams, and spaces that make a lasting impact in the communities where we work.

We’re looking for a driven MEP Superintendent to join our team in Buffalo. This role is responsible for overseeing daily on-site MEP construction operations and assisting site superintendent with general site management while ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. The Superintendent will serve as the primary point of contact for subcontractors, fostering collaboration and building long-term business relationships.

Essential Functions & Accountabilities:

• Manage daily on-site MEP construction activities to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and to Christa Construction’s quality standards.
• Enforce safety policies, maintain a clean building and job site, and hold subcontractors accountable.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and utility providers to maintain smooth project operations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation, including daily reports, schedules, submittals, and as-built drawings.
• Drive project schedules through critical path planning, three-week lookaheads, and proactive material coordination.
• Review and approve subcontractor and supplier scopes of work, ensuring alignment with project requirements.
• Lead preconstruction meetings, owner updates, and project commissioning activities.
• Ensure quality control across all construction phases, from sitework to finishes.
• Track and maintain tools, equipment, and material deliveries to support uninterrupted project progress.
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and verify material needs throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate and document all required project inspections with local authorities, third-party agencies, and insurance representatives.
• Present project updates and status reports at owner meetings, ensuring clear and professional communication.
• Support and mentor field staff by modeling professionalism, accountability, and adherence to Christa Construction’s standards.
• Maintain an up-to-date and posted set of contract documents to ensure all work is performed in alignment with current project requirements.
• Proactively address and resolve project challenges, ensuring issues are managed to completion without delays.
• Prepare and maintain accurate daily reports, including site photos.
• Complete and submit monthly site safety training logs and reports.
• Document and report all major deliveries, meetings, and personnel on site.
• Submit proper incident and accident reports within 24 hours of occurrence.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
• Thorough understanding of the plumbing trade and process, mechanical trades and process, electrical trade and process and all fire prevention/ sprinkler trade work.
• Ability to write and manage the MEP RFI process.
• Ability to direct and manage MEP BIM coordination.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply contract documents, building codes, and submittal requirements.
• Comprehensive understanding of trade work, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection.
• Experience managing public utility installations, including design review, approvals, and easement processes.
• Ability to determine appropriate crew sizes and coordinate trades to maintain productivity across critical paths.
• Capable of effectively leading subcontractor meetings, tracking action items, and facilitating project communication.
• Strong awareness of and adherence to safety protocols to minimize risk of injury on-site.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing project requirements and unforeseen challenges.
• Experienced in the full submittal process including review.
• Understands building codes as they apply to the MEP/ fire prevention trades.

Work Environment:

• Frequently required to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Frequent exposure to noisy conditions.
• Prolonged use of a computer, typing, viewing display screens and mobile phone.
• Frequently required to type for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work irregular hours to meet the needs of the business to achieve required performance.
• Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Adequate vision for reading plans, inspecting work, and ensuring safety compliance.
• Frequently required to climb stairs and ladders.
• Adequate hearing to recognize warnings and communicate effectively in noisy environments.
• Frequently required to bend, kneel, or reach to perform various tasks and inspect different site areas.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5-10 years of construction or related experience preferred OR equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• OSHA 10 required
• OSHA 30 preferred.

Salary Range: $85,000-$100,000

Benefits:

Christa offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 100% Employer-Paid Life and LTD Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with 50% Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Company Holidays

Why Christa

People join construction for the projects.

They stay because of the people.

At Christa Construction, we’re proud of the relationships we’ve built, with our clients, our partners, and within our own teams.

If you’re looking for more than just your next project, and want to be part of a company where collaboration, quality, and long-term growth matter, we’d love to hear from you.

Christa Construction LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions. If accommodation is needed, please contact us.