MEP Superintendent (Mission Critical)

Barton Malow; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Barton Malow is seeking an experienced MEP Superintendent to lead on-site field operations for a mission-critical data center near Philadelphia, PA. The role requires expert knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems and a proven track record supervising complex MEP installations on fast-paced projects.

You will coordinate with project management, subcontractors, and design professionals, enforce safety, oversee BIM coordination, and ensure on-time, high-quality delivery of all MEP

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on MEP field supervision on data center projects.
• Deep knowledge of HVAC, electrical power, plumbing in high-rel environments.
• Strong leadership and field coordination across multiple trades.
• Proficient in interpreting drawings and technical specs.
• Familiar with BIM processes and tools (Bluebeam, BIM360, Procore).
• OSHA 30 certification required or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate on-site MEP subcontractors to meet safety, quality and productivity goals.
• Monitor MEP installation per drawings, specs, and codes; coordinate with project team.
• Enforce OSHA policies; act as on-site safety leader for MEP work.
• Lead MEP coordination meetings with management, subs, vendors and design pros.
• Review MEP documentation: drawings, RFIs, submittals, equipment logs.
• Support BIM coordination to resolve field constructability conflicts.
• Collaborate with MEP PM and general superintendent to align field work with milestones.
• Drive short-interval planning and look-ahead schedules for MEP trades.
• Ensure installation, testing, commissioning of HVAC, UPS, generators and power distribution.
• Maintain daily reports on manpower and progress; support QA/QC and turnover.

Skills

MEP supervision

Leadership

BIM coordination

Reading drawings

Tools

Bluebeam

BIM360

Procore

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Barton Malow is actively seeking an experienced and highly motivated MEP Superintendent to lead field operations for the construction of a mission‑critical data center near Philadelphia, PA. This position requires expert‑level knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems and a proven track record in supervising complex MEP installations on fast‑paced, technically demanding projects. The MEP Superintendent will play a key role in the field, ensuring on‑time, high‑quality delivery of all MEP scopes while maintaining the highest standards of safety and coordination. Prior data center or mission‑critical experience is strongly preferred.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of MEP subcontractors and trades on‑site to ensure productivity, quality, and safety standards are met.
• Monitor installation of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, ensuring work is performed in accordance with project documents, specifications, and codes.
• Enforce compliance with all safety policies and OSHA regulations; serve as a safety leader on‑site for all MEP‑related work.
• Participate in and lead MEP coordination meetings with project management, subcontractors, vendors, and design professionals.
• Review and manage field‑level MEP documentation including installation drawings, RFIs, submittals, and equipment logs.
• Assist with the implementation and oversight of BIM coordination, ensuring constructability and conflict resolution in the field.
• Collaborate closely with the MEP Project Manager and general superintendent to align field execution with project milestones and schedule.
• Drive short‑interval planning and look‑ahead schedules specific to MEP trades.
• Ensure proper installation, inspection, testing, and commissioning of all MEP systems, including HVAC, UPS, generators, power distribution, and critical cooling systems.
• Maintain and submit daily reports documenting manpower, progress, and field issues; contribute to weekly project reporting.
• Support QA/QC inspections, punch list management, and final system turnover processes.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• 7+ years of hands‑on experience in MEP field supervision on mission‑critical/data center projects.
• In‑depth knowledge of HVAC, electrical power systems, plumbing, and related infrastructure in high‑reliability environments.
• Strong leadership and field coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple trades and maintain momentum in a dynamic construction setting.
• Proficiency in interpreting construction documents, installation drawings, and technical specifications.
• Familiarity with BIM processes and construction technologies (e.g., Bluebeam, BIM360, Procore).
• OSHA 30 certification required or ability to obtain.
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams under tight schedules and high expectations.

Barton Malow is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.