Position Summary:
The Plumbing Superintendent is a critical field leadership role responsible for overseeing plumbing construction activities in the field and ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards. This role works closely with the Project Manager and field leadership to coordinate crews, trade partners, and project execution.
Responsibilities:
Assist in development of detailed CPM schedules with emphasis on plumbing procurement, rough-in, above ceiling work, fixture installation, testing, and turnover milestones
Assist in development of detailed scope of work for commercial plumbing systems
Develop and maintain project site logistics plans related to plumbing material deliveries, equipment staging, and installation sequencing
Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents, plumbing drawings, specifications, coordination drawings, and project requirements
Manage the mechanical labor force and/or coordinate trade foremen to achieve optimum performance on plumbing scopes
Review and understand material and equipment budgets for plumbing materials and equipment
Monitor project costs, labor productivity, and installation performance; identify areas for improvement
Provide leadership in the quality process for plumbing systems, including underground, rough-in, top-out, fixture installation, testing, and turnover readiness
Provide leadership in safety and accident prevention programs for all plumbing field activities
Document daily construction activities related to plumbing progress, manpower, deliveries, issues, and inspections
Chair or support weekly subcontractor and trade coordination meetings with focus on plumbing interfaces and sequencing
Issue and maintain long and short-term schedules for plumbing work activities
Assist Project Engineers in the shop drawing and submittal process for plumbing materials, equipment, and related systems
Verify that as-built drawings and field markups for plumbing systems are kept current
Implement all applicable safety programs and EEO / Affimative Action programs
Coordinate plumbing work with other trades including HVAC, electrical, fire protection, civil, and general trades to reduce conflicts and maintain production flow
Lead field execution for underground piping, waste and vent systems, domestic water, storm systems, equipment connections, and final turnover of plumbing systems
Support inspections, testing requirements, punch list completion, and owner turnover documentation for plumbing systems
Help identify and resolve field issues related to constructability, installation sequence, manpower planning, and system completion
Qualifications:
7–10+ years of applicable field leadership experience in plumbing, mechanical, or MEP construction field operations
Experience with relevant large-scale commercial or industrial projects
Previous experience directing and coordinating plumbing trades
Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, construction principles, field practices, code requirements, and sequencing requirements
Experience leading installation of underground piping, waste and vent systems, domestic water, storm systems, and plumbing fixtures
Self-perform construction management experience highly preferred
Previous experience working closely with Project Management teams through successful completion of project phases
Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, shop drawings, and coordination documents
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and production performance
Experience with self-perform plumbing work
Experience coordinating inspections, testing, startup support, and turnover processes
Experience working in occupied facilities, complex phasing environments, or technically challenging plumbing projects
Familiarity with field technology, scheduling tools, and construction documentation platforms
Strong field presence and ability to lead crews and foremen effectively
Ability to coordinate across multiple trades and maintain schedule commitments
Consistent focus on safety, quality, planning, and accountability
Ability to anticipate issues, solve problems in the field, and drive work to completion
McCarthy is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.