Senior Mechanical Superintendent — Field Leader

Vertical Mechanical Group Inc; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Contract and direct-hire opportunities

Comprehensive benefits for eligible员工

Job summary

Vertical Mechanical Group Inc. (VMG) seeks a Mechanical Superintendent to lead commercial mechanical construction projects in Sterling, VA and the surrounding DMV region.

This field leadership role directs field teams, coordinates labor and materials, manages schedules, enforces safety, and ensures HVAC and plumbing installations meet VMG standards. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience, demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills, and can read mechanical drawings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of commercial mechanical construction experience.
• Experience leading field teams on large commercial projects.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC and plumbing systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, plans and specifications.
• Ability to coordinate labor, materials, equipment, schedules, and other trades.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organization and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily mechanical field operations and oversee crew performance.
• Direct the installation of commercial HVAC and plumbing systems.
• Assign work, communicate expectations, and monitor field productivity.
• Coach and develop foremen, mechanics, helpers, and other field personnel.
• Promote accountability, professionalism, and teamwork across the project.
• Serve as VMG's primary field representative with clients, partners, and vendors.
• Coordinate manpower, materials, tools, equipment, and site access.
• Review mechanical drawings, specifications, schedules, and project requirements.
• Work closely with project managers, general contractors, and other trades.
• Identify field conflicts early and implement practical solutions.
• Track project progress and make adjustments to keep work on schedule.
• Support inspections, testing, commissioning, punch-list completion, and closeout.
• Ensure HVAC and plumbing installations meet project specifications and codes.
• Conduct jobsite safety meetings and enforce VMG safety policies.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA standards and site-specific requirements.
• Monitor workmanship and address quality concerns promptly.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, progress updates, and project documentation.

Skills

Field leadership

HVAC knowledge

Reading drawings

Communication

Problem solving

Ownership

Job description

Vertical Mechanical Group Inc. (VMG) seeks a Mechanical Superintendent to lead commercial mechanical construction projects in Sterling, VA and the surrounding DMV region.

This field leadership role directs field teams, coordinates labor and materials, manages schedules, enforces safety, and ensures HVAC and plumbing installations meet VMG standards. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience, demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills, and can read mechanical drawings.