MEP Superintendent - Data Center

About This Role

This role is for an experienced MEP Superintendent to manage mission-critical data center projects from preconstruction to closeout, focusing on safety, quality, and efficiency in the Southeast U.S. The Superintendent will oversee all field MEP activities, ensuring alignment with project milestones and budget.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Preconstruction, Estimating, and Design teams to review MEP design documents for constructability and value engineering.
• Participate in MEP trade partner selection, scope reviews, bid leveling, and early logistics planning.
• Support the development of baseline schedules and phasing plans.
• Direct and coordinate all on-site MEP activities, ensuring alignment with project milestones and budget.
• Conduct daily field walks and lead coordination meetings with subcontractors and internal teams.
• Monitor and enforce safety protocols, site logistics, and installation quality in accordance with contract documents.
• Proactively identify and resolve field conflicts and schedule impacts across trades.
• Collaborate with BIM/VDC and commissioning teams to validate installation sequencing and system performance.
• Oversee MEP system start-up, testing, and commissioning in collaboration with owners, consultants, and trade partners.
• Ensure accurate documentation and turnover of as-builts, O&M manuals, and training materials.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience managing field MEP work on large-scale commercial projects
• 3+ years on mission-critical or data center projects
• Proven ability to manage full project lifecycle from preconstruction through commissioning and closeout
• Familiarity with Southeast U.S. construction markets, labor forces, and local codes
• Expertise in major building systems (high-voltage electrical, chilled water, fuel oil, BMS, fire alarm, air-handling systems)
• Strong communication, leadership, and coordination skills
• Proficiency in Procore, BIM 360, Bluebeam, P6, and Microsoft Office
• OSHA 30 certification

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 7+ years of experience managing field MEP work on large-scale commercial projects, including at least 3 years on mission-critical or data center projects.

Skills

* Required skills

Certifications