Superintendent - Process Mechanical - Water & Wastewater Construction

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,600 - 130,300; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a Process Mechanical Superintendent in Phoenix, Arizona. This role leads field execution on large water and industrial projects, focusing on safety, quality, and productivity. Responsibilities include managing multiple crews, implementing safety programs, and ensuring compliance with schedules and budgets. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience in complex construction projects, particularly in process mechanical work, and possesses strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Preferred candidates will be geographically mobile.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in complex water or industrial construction projects.
• Required experience in process mechanical work.
• Self-perform experience is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of safety programs and maintain work area safety.
• Manage project schedule and budget, motivating teams to adhere.
• Allocate resources and coordinate deliveries effectively.

Skills

Leadership in safety practices

Project management

Process mechanical expertise

Problem-solving mentality

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 McCarthy's 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
• Create isometric drawings and assist project engineers in the shop drawing/submittal process

QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ Years of experience in highly complex water or industrial construction projects
• Process mechanical experience required
• Self-perform experience is strongly desired
• 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.

Pay Range: $90,600 - $130,300

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.