Mechanical Superintendent

The role

The Mechanical Superintendent leads and manages field mechanical construction operations for water treatment, wastewater treatment, pump station, and industrial infrastructure projects. This role oversees installation, workforce planning, scheduling, safety, and quality control to ensure projects meet specifications and budgets.

What you will do

• Lead and manage field mechanical construction activities.
• Develop and execute daily and weekly work plans.
• Coordinate labor, materials, tools, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Supervise foremen, craft professionals, and subcontractors.
• Promote and enforce safety culture and EH&S policies.
• Coordinate construction activities with project management, engineers, and owners.
• Oversee installation of mechanical systems including piping, pumps, and valves.
• Ensure mechanical installations comply with contract documents and codes.
• Monitor workforce productivity and project progress.
• Support project cost control initiatives.

Required qualifications

• 7+ years of mechanical construction experience with progressive field leadership responsibilities.
• 3+ years of experience as a Mechanical Superintendent, General Foreman, Lead Superintendent, or equivalent leadership role.
• Experience managing mechanical scopes on water treatment plants (WTP), wastewater treatment plants (WWTP), pump stations, industrial process facilities, municipal infrastructure projects, or heavy ind
• Strong knowledge of process piping systems, pumps, valves, blowers, mechanical equipment installation, equipment alignment, rigging practices, and treatment plant operations.
• Experience coordinating multiple crews, subcontractors, and trade partners in active construction environments.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, isometric drawings, construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and contract documents.
• Strong leadership, communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety practices.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, Procore, Microsoft Office, and other construction management software.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain and active construction sites.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and access elevated work areas.
• Ability to lift and carry job-related materials and equipment.

Nice to have

• Experience managing municipal wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) or water treatment plant (WTP) construction projects.
• Experience with process piping systems including stainless steel, ductile iron, carbon steel, PVC, and HDPE.
• OSHA 30 Certification.
• Experience with water and wastewater treatment equipment including pumps, blowers, clarifiers, chemical feed systems, filters, and process equipment.
• Experience coordinating testing, commissioning, startup, and turnover activities.
• Familiarity with public-sector contracting requirements and regulatory compliance.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

About the company

Loenbro is a construction lifecycle partner serving various industries across the U.S. with service offerings including electrical, mechanical, structural, and inspection.