Project Superintendent

QPS Flint; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Flint is seeking a seasoned Project Superintendent to lead field operations on gas compressor station construction projects. You will ensure quality, schedule adherence, and compliance with safety standards across all crews on site.

The role requires 15+ years in oil and gas or industrial construction with a focus on facilities, pumps, and compressor stations. You will interact with clients, inspectors, and engineers to deliver projects safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management or equivalent with on-site management experience.
• Minimum of 15 years oil and gas or industrial construction experience.
• Emphasis in Facility, Pump, and Compressor Stations preferred.
• Expert in using Microsoft Office and Internet for project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for field operations across assigned projects.
• Supervise, mentor, and support field staff and junior superintendents.
• Develop and maintain construction schedules with project managers, ensuring milestones are met.
• Oversee jobsite safety culture and compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and materials to optimize productivity.
• Serve as primary point of contact for field operations with clients and inspectors.
• Review drawings, specs, and submittals to ensure accurate execution.
• Identify and resolve field issues, conflicts, and schedule challenges.
• Participate in preconstruction planning, constructability reviews, and logistics planning.
• Contribute to project closeout activities including punch lists and turnover.

Skills

Safety

Adaptability

Planning & Organizing

Communication

Problem Solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

QPS Flint is a leading mechanical and industrial contractor specializing in complex oil and gas infrastructure, including compressor stations, processing facilities, and pipeline support systems. With a strong reputation for safety, efficiency, and quality, we are seeking an experienced Project Superintendent to oversee field operations for gas compressor station construction projects.

General Summary

Serve as the primary field leader, ensuring high-quality work and compliance with project specifications, company standards, and safety regulations across all crews on site.

Essential Functions

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for field operations across assigned projects.


• Supervise, mentor, and support project superintendents and field staff, ensuring alignment with company standards and best practices.


• Develop and maintain construction schedules in coordination with project managers and ensure milestones are met or exceeded.


• Oversee jobsite safety culture and compliance; ensure all projects follow OSHA and company safety standards.


• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and material resources to optimize productivity and efficiency.


• Act as the primary point of contact for field operations with clients, inspectors, consultants, and other stakeholders.


• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and submittals to ensure work is executed accurately.


• Proactively identify and resolve field issues, conflicts, and schedule challenges.


• Participate in preconstruction planning, constructability reviews, and logistics planning.


• Ensure quality control standards are maintained and final deliverables meet project requirements.


• Support and enforce company policies, procedures, and safety programs.


• Contribute to project closeout activities, including punch lists, commissioning, and turnover.

Competencies

• Safety - Complies with all workplace and trade safety laws, regulations, standards and practices identifying and correcting conditions as needed.

• Adaptability - Ability to readily and rapidly modify, respond to and integrate change while maintaining effectiveness in developing conditions or unexpected obstacles.


• Planning and organizing - Determines priorities, schedules activities allocating and using resources effectively and efficiently.


• Communication - Actively listens and provides regular, consistent and meaningful information and expresses the message effectively by organizing and delivering information appropriately.


• Problem Solving - Resolves problems by identifying the information needed, considering multiple sides of the issue and creating a logical approach for an appropriate solution.

Educations/Experience

Bachelors degree in Construction Management or similar combined with sufficient on-the-job experience to manage day-to-day activities on site. Minimum of 15 years oil and gas or industrial construction experience. Emphasis in Facility, Pump, and Compressor Stations preferred. Expert in computer usage including Microsoft Office and the Internet.

Work Conditions

Conditions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully and safely perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

Environment: Regular work schedules, frequent overtime will be required to complete projects or specialized training. Overnight travel up to 95%. Works outside in extreme heat and cold, occasionally in an office with climate-controlled temperatures. Wears site required PPE.

Physical: This position is defined as Medium. Work involves exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally using any combination of body, hands, fingers, arms, legs, or feet to complete work. Walking and standing to a significant degree and occasional sitting.

Other: This position requires reliable transportation, steel-toed boots, and passing DOT drug and alcohol test.