Superintendent - Mechanical Piping, Plumbing & Sheetmetal - Texas

Upgrade Resources; Texas; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending plans

Paid holidays and leave

Professional development opportunities

Professional memberships

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Upgrade Resources is seeking a Superintendent for Mechanical Piping, Plumbing, and Sheetmetal operations in Texas. You will lead field teams across multiple trades, ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence on complex projects.

The role requires a craft apprenticeship, 8+ years of supervisory field experience, and OSHA-30 certification. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Growth opportunities exist across Texas markets including Dallas and Houston.

Qualifications

• Completion of a craft apprenticeship or equivalent training.
• Minimum 8 years in a supervisory field role.
• OSHA-30 certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Strong ability to read drawings and interpret specifications.
• Experience with mechanical, piping, or sheet metal installations.
• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide field leadership across piping, plumbing, and sheet metal crews and act as the senior technical advisor in the field.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate craft personnel against fluctuating labor needs with project leadership.
• Direct, support, and mentor foremen and general foremen; assess skills and coach field supervision.
• Own field safety; implement safety policies and participate in investigations and reviews.
• Develop, implement, and monitor quality control programs on projects.
• Oversee project organization, scheduling, and implementation from concept through start-up.
• Resolve issues related to work procedures, damages, delays, and conflicts between crews and trades.
• Requisition supplies and materials and assist with start-up problems.
• Prepare and submit labor and cost tracking reports for projects.

Skills

Bilingual English and Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Craft apprenticeship program

OSHA-30 certification

Job description

Job Title: Superintendent - Mechanical Piping, Plumbing & Sheetmetal - Texas

Location:Multiple Texas markets, including North Texas and the Gulf Coast
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $40.00 - $62.00 per hour

Company Introduction

This opportunity is with one of the nation's largest mechanical and electrical contracting firms, with more than 75 years of experience delivering innovative HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, and electrical solutions. The company specializes in major construction projects for hyperscale data centers, hospitals, life sciences facilities, and high-rise commercial buildings, earning a reputation for safety, precision, and high-quality workmanship.

The company fosters a collaborative, growth-focused culture where employees refine their skills, share knowledge, and advance within a supportive team environment.

Role Overview

The Superintendent provides overall leadership and direction to field supervision and craft personnel on assigned projects, covering piping, plumbing, and sheet metal teams. This role oversees day-to-day field operations to ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with the company's quality and cost-efficiency standards.

The Superintendent partners closely with project leadership to drive productivity, coordinate resources, and support successful project delivery, and serves as the senior field authority on manpower, scheduling, and quality across assigned projects. Openings exist across multiple Texas markets, and market preference is discussed during the interview process.

This role may be filled at varying levels based on the candidate's skills, experience, and overall qualifications. Final title, level, and compensation will be determined through the interview and assessment process and will be aligned with internal equity and external market benchmarks.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide overall field leadership on assigned projects across piping, plumbing, and sheet metal crews, and serve as the senior technical advisor in the field
• Plan, direct, and coordinate craft personnel against the field's fluctuating labor needs, and coordinate manpower and material needs with project leadership
• Direct, support, and mentor foremen and general foremen, assess their skills, and coach field supervision
• Own safety in the field: implement and interpret safety policies and programs, and participate in safety and incident investigations and reviews
• Develop, implement, and monitor quality control programs on assigned projects
• Participate in the conceptual development of a project and oversee its organization, scheduling, and implementation
• Resolve matters relating to work procedures, complaints, damages, accidents, and delays, and settle conflicts between crews and other trades
• Requisition supplies and materials, and assist with difficult construction or start-up problems
• Prepare and submit labor and cost tracking reports for assigned projects

Required Background

• Completion of a craft apprenticeship program, or equivalent skill level and training
• Minimum of8 years in a supervisory position in the field
• High school degree or equivalent; some college preferred
• OSHA-30 certification, or the ability to obtain it within six months from date of hire
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of OSHA safety regulations as well as company safety policies and procedures
• Hands-on knowledge of mechanical, piping, plumbing, or sheet metal field installation methods
• Ability to understand project scopes and objectives as well as the scopes of other construction trades
• Ability to read drawings and interpret specifications
• Advanced understanding of construction scheduling and cost control
• This role is available to candidates located near our active Texas locations and sites, including Dallas, Carrollton, Fort Worth, Haltom City, and Houston
• Experience across more than one of the mechanical, piping, plumbing, and sheet metal trades (Preferred)
• Hyperscale data center, hospital, life sciences, or high-rise commercial project experience(Preferred)
• Experience supporting prefabrication and modular construction delivery(Preferred)
• Bilingual English and Spanish(Preferred)

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Path for advancement into senior VDC and leadership roles