Senior Hydronic Piping Superintendent

Actalent; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, 401k benefit

Truck

Gas Card

Job summary

Actalent in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Hydronic / Dirty Utility Superintendent to direct field activities on complex industrial projects. You will lead field teams, ensure safe, high-quality installation of hydronic and utility systems, and collaborate with project stakeholders to meet schedule, budget, and performance goals.

You will manage labor, materials, and field coordination, drive a strong safety culture, review drawings and BIM models, coordinate testing and commissioning, and travel to

Qualifications

• 8+ years of industrial piping or mechanical construction experience.
• 3+ years as a Superintendent, General Foreman, or Senior Foreman leading field crews.
• Extensive knowledge of hydronic and industrial piping systems.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, P&IDs, and BIM models.
• Experience managing self-perform craft labor and subcontractors on industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of industrial construction safety requirements and OSHA regulations.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to travel based on project assignments.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate all hydronic and process piping field activities on assigned projects from mobilization through turnover.
• Supervise General Foremen, Foremen, pipefitters, welders, and subcontractors to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality work.
• Develop detailed daily and weekly work plans that support overall project milestones and production goals.
• Manage labor productivity, workforce planning, and manpower forecasting to maintain project momentum and meet schedule commitments.
• Monitor installation progress in the field and proactively address challenges, constraints, and conflicts as they arise.
• Oversee installation of chilled water, heating hot water, condenser water, glycol, process water, steam and condensate, chemical, and utility piping systems, as well as equipment piping connections.
• Verify proper installation and alignment of pumps, heat exchangers, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and related mechanical equipment.
• Coordinate hydrostatic testing, flushing, cleaning, balancing, and system startup activities for hydronic and process systems.
• Support commissioning and system turnover efforts by collaborating with project teams, commissioning agents, and owners.
• Lead and promote a strong safety culture across all field operations, setting clear expectations for safe work practices.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and site-specific safety requirements at all times.
• Conduct toolbox talks, safety meetings, and pre-task planning sessions to prepare crews for daily work activities.
• Identify and mitigate potential hazards before work begins and ensure appropriate controls are in place.
• Participate in incident investigations and support development and implementation of corrective actions.
• Ensure all installations comply with project specifications, applicable codes, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Review drawings, specifications, isometric drawings, shop drawings, and BIM coordination models to guide field installation.
• Coordinate inspections, pressure tests, weld documentation, and other quality verification activities.
• Manage punch lists, track deficiencies, and ensure all items are corrected promptly and thoroughly.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and craftsmanship throughout all phases of construction.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, BIM/VDC teams, General Contractors, and Owners to align field execution with project objectives.
• Coordinate field activities with electrical, structural, equipment, and specialty trades to avoid conflicts and rework.
• Participate in progress meetings, planning sessions, and schedule reviews, providing accurate field status updates.
• Assist with procurement planning and material management to ensure timely delivery and availability of piping, equipment, and supplies.
• Identify and resolve field installation conflicts and constructability issues in collaboration with design and project teams.
• Develop and maintain short-term look-ahead schedules to sequence work and manage priorities in the field.
• Monitor critical path activities, identify schedule risks, and implement strategies to mitigate delays.
• Coordinate manpower and material resources to support critical activities and maintain project progress.
• Provide regular updates on progress, production rates, and potential delays to project leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Industrial piping

Supervisory experience

Hydronic systems

P&IDs and BIM models

Labor management

OSHA safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

UA pipefitter apprenticeship or equivalent trade

OSHA 30 Certification

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Navisworks

BIM 360

Job description

Actalent in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Hydronic / Dirty Utility Superintendent to direct field activities on complex industrial projects. You will lead field teams, ensure safe, high-quality installation of hydronic and utility systems, and collaborate with project stakeholders to meet schedule, budget, and performance goals.

You will manage labor, materials, and field coordination, drive a strong safety culture, review drawings and BIM models, coordinate testing and commissioning, and travel to