MEP Superintendent - Data Centers

Lvi-Associates; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Vehicle allowance or company vehicle

Travel expenses and per diem

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Lvi-Associates seeks an experienced MEP Superintendent to lead field operations for large-scale data center projects across the Midwest, overseeing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing installation through turnkey turnover.

The role requires coordinating trades, managing schedules, QA/QC, safety, and BIM coordination, with travel across Ohio and Michigan; competitive base salary up to $175,000 plus bonus and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an MEP Superintendent or similar role.
• Experience delivering data center or mission-critical projects.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, and BIM models.
• Willingness to travel extensively across Ohio and Michigan.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily MEP field operations on large-scale data center projects.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and commissioning activities.
• Manage subcontractor performance, manpower planning, productivity, and site logistics.
• Facilitate daily coordination meetings, pull-planning sessions, and look-ahead scheduling.
• Monitor project schedules and proactively identify delays or conflicts.
• Ensure installations meet design intent, client requirements, and quality standards.
• Oversee QA/QC inspections, testing, deficiency tracking, and punch lists.
• Coordinate with commissioning teams through startup, testing, and turnover.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Reading drawings

BIM coordination

Troubleshooting

Tools

BIM360

Acc

Procore

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Salary: USD150000 - USD175000 per annum

Location: Midwest (Preferred: Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin)

Travel: Regular travel to project sites throughout Ohio and Michigan

Salary: Up to $175,000 Base Salary + Bonus + Benefits + Travel Package

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced MEP Superintendent to support the delivery of large-scale hyperscale and mission critical data center projects across the Midwest. This individual will play a key role in overseeing all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing construction activities from installation through commissioning and turnover.

The successful candidate will work closely with project teams, subcontractors, owners, consultants, and commissioning partners to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards.

This is a field-based position supporting multiple data center projects throughout Ohio and Michigan, with travel expected throughout the year.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily MEP field operations on large-scale data center construction projects.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and commissioning activities.
• Manage subcontractor performance, manpower planning, productivity, and site logistics.
• Facilitate daily coordination meetings, pull-planning sessions, and look-ahead scheduling.
• Monitor project schedules and proactively identify potential delays or conflicts.
• Ensure all installations meet design intent, client requirements, and quality standards.
• Oversee QA/QC inspections, testing procedures, deficiency tracking, and punch list management.
• Coordinate closely with commissioning teams through startup, testing, and turnover activities.
• Support BIM/VDC coordination and resolution of constructability issues.
• Drive site safety initiatives and maintain compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Manage energization procedures, LOTO compliance, MOP reviews, and critical systems turnover where required.
• Partner with project management teams to provide accurate progress updates and risk assessments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, trade partners, and project stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an MEP Superintendent, Mechanical Superintendent, Electrical Superintendent, or Senior Superintendent.
• Previous experience delivering mission critical or hyperscale data center projects.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and building systems.
• Proven experience managing multiple subcontractors and complex MEP scopes.
• Working knowledge of commissioning, startup, and turnover processes.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, and BIM models.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout Ohio and Michigan.

Preferred Experience

• Experience on hyperscale campuses exceeding 50MW.
• Background working for leading General Contractors, Mission Critical Builders, or Data Center Developers.
• Experience with commissioning agents and critical facility turnover procedures.
• Familiarity with BIM360, ACC, Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, or Microsoft Project.
• Experience working in fast-track construction environments.

What We Offer

• Base salary up to $175,000
• Annual performance bonus
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
• Travel expenses and per diem
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Career progression into Senior MEP Superintendent, General Superintendent, or Mission Critical Leadership positions

Ideal Candidate

You are a hands-on MEP leader who thrives in fast-paced mission critical environments. You understand what it takes to deliver complex data center infrastructure, can coordinate multiple trade partners effectively, and are comfortable travelling to project sites throughout the Midwest to ensure successful project execution.