Superintendent - Process Mechanical - Water & Wastewater Construction

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. seeks a Process Mechanical Superintendent to lead field execution of complex process mechanical work on large water and industrial projects, emphasizing safety, quality, and productivity.

You will plan and manage multiple self-perform crews and coordinate with owners, inspectors, and other trades. The role requires interpreting contract documents and drawings, supporting teams with isometric drawings and material planning, and resolving field issues to ensure

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience on highly complex water or industrial construction projects.
• Process mechanical experience required.
• Self-perform experience is required.
• Ability to work in a large team with a project-first mentality.
• Willingness to relocate within the region preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead field execution of complex process mechanical work on large water/industrial projects with focus on safety, quality and productivity.
• Plan and manage multiple self-perform process mechanical crews and supervise subcontractors as needed.
• Oversee safety programs, THA processes, and adherence to schedule and budget.
• Interpret contract documents and drawings; coordinate with owners, inspectors and other trades.
• Support project teams with isometric drawings, shop drawings, and material planning.
• Resolve field issues in real time; ensure first-time installation accuracy.
• Foster a collaborative, problem-solving culture across the project team.

Skills

Process mechanical experience

Self-perform construction

Team leadership

Safety oversight

Budget/schedule awareness

Communication

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Process Mechanical Superintendent is responsible for leading field execution of complex process mechanical work on large water and industrial projects, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity. This role plans and manages multiple self-perform process mechanical crews and could also supervise subcontractors, they oversee implementation of project-specific safety programs and task hazard analyses, and drives adherence to schedule and budget. The Process Mechanical Superintendent interprets contract documents and process mechanical drawings, coordinates with owners, inspectors, and other trades, and supports project teams with isometric drawings, shop drawings, and material planning. They play a key role in resolving field issues in real time, ensuring work is installed correctly the first time, and fostering a collaborative, problem-solving culture across the project team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in implementation of project-specific safety and accident prevention programs and maintain safe work areas through regular job-site inspections
• Lead McCarthys Task Hazard Analysis (THA) process and implement all safety and EEO/Affirmative Action programs
• Maintain thorough understanding of project schedule and budget, enforcing plans and motivating employees to follow through
• Assist project superintendent in locating/onboarding manpower, developing/implementing project plans and maintaining current contract documents
• Schedule and manage multiple crews performing various tasks across the project site
• Allocate resources, plan activities, review work and manage consumables/equipment, including compiling a comprehensive bill of materials and coordinating deliveries
• Comprehend contract drawings/specifications and communicate with owners, inspectors and other trades
• Assist with the development of in-house fabrication and shop drawings, as well as the review and coordination of fabricator supplied shop drawings
• Support project engineers with submittal preparation and review, while ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of materials

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 7 Years of experience in highly complex water or industrial construction projects
• Process mechanical experience required
• Self-perform experience is required
• Ability to work in a large team environment with a problem-solving, project-first mentality
• Determination to take control and achieve results in identifying issues, reaching resolution and communicating with all team members to ensure work is installed properly the first time
• Geographically mobile and able to relocate within a region is preferred

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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