Start Up & Warranty Superintendent

Job Overview

This role is focused on providing a seamless transition from the startup of equipment and project closeout through commissioning, and through the warranty phase. Its primary goal is to enhance end-user comfort and understanding of the systems installed by CMS in their buildings. This position ensures strong, ongoing communication with all stakeholders as the project shifts from construction into a preventative maintenance lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Promote and enforce safety. Verify daily PPE is being used by all CMS employees at all times.
• Report all injuries and/or near misses to the CMS Safety Manager.
• Notify the Safety Manager of risks or safety concerns.
• Verify Project Foremen secure the jobsite at the end of each day; lock down tools; secure assets, equipment, gang boxes, etc.
• Hold Foremen and crew accountable to keep job sites clean and clear of unnecessary trash and clutter.
• Manage, schedule, and direct the Startup team.
• Ensure thorough and timely startup of all CMS equipment, overseeing the process to guarantee functionality and compliance with specifications.
• Accurately document the completion of startups by completing detailed startup forms for record-keeping and quality assurance.
• Be heavily involved in all commissioning activities, serving as a primary point of contact for the Commissioning (CX) Agent.
• Coordinate with the CX Agent to ensure all pre-functional and functional testing is completed on time and within budget, maintaining high standards of performance and efficiency.
• Complete documentation and conduct "redirection" sessions with Project Foremen for reprimands due to inappropriate behavior, sub-standard performance, poor quality, etc., not following company policies or procedures, as needed, obtaining employee signature. Notify Project Manager and Human Resources.
• Attend all project hand-off meetings with the Project Manager, Estimator, and Project Engineers, reviewing blueprints, specifications, materials, equipment, budgets, schedules, and manpower.
• Project manpower needs based on the project schedule and bid hours.
• Evaluate and assign install teams to the Project Foreman for each project based on experience and expertise to gain maximum productivity.
• Attend Project Review Meetings. Review all projects on a weekly basis with Foremen and Project Managers.
• Discuss projects in detail and make any necessary changes to personnel to increase field productivity.
• Facilitate meetings with Project Foremen on a as-needed basis to review labor hours (budget vs. actual), materials (budget vs. actual), project schedule, and project milestones.
• Analyze and maintain a 2 to 3-week forecast of manpower and material needs for each project.
• Identify and discuss with Project Foremen any additional work beyond contractual scope and deliver in detail to the Project Manager as Additional Work Authorization or Change Order, including additional needs for material and manpower.
• Complete an internal walk-through of each project site throughout the lifecycle and when complete.
• Take necessary corrective actions to resolve any findings before a final walk-through with the General Contractor.
• Be the main point of contact for all warranty issues if/as they arise and make necessary repairs to keep systems operational.
• Evaluate Foremen & install team and provide detailed performance reports when evaluations are completed.
• Quality Control all assigned projects. Compare specifications and drawings to work in-progress and completed work.
• Complete Site Observations Reports for each project, at minimum twice every month, or as needed. Submit completed reports to the Project Engineer.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Technical Skills

• Solid understanding of mechanical systems, installing & troubleshooting issues.
• Strong knowledge of VRF/Refrigeration systems; install, troubleshooting, and servicing.
• Line set calculations and install procedures.
• Experience managing schedules and manhours on a construction project.
• Full understanding of the start-up and commissioning of mechanical systems.
• Understanding of BAS & control systems.
• Capable of reading blueprints and specifications.
  
  

Requirements

• 5 years of previous experience as a superintendent or Foreman in the mechanical/service industry with an understanding of the lifecycle of a project.
• Superior organizational and time management skills. Ability to oversee multiple projects concurrently.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient at Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word. Experience with Blue Beam is a must.
• Must be detail-oriented.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Valid Driver's license and able to be insurable to operate a company vehicle.
• Must possess the ability to multitask.
• Universal EPA certification.
• OSHA 30 Certification.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift, push, pull, and twist up to 50 lbs throughout the workday. Work overhead, climb ladders, work on uneven surfaces for extended periods.
• Daily work activities include: sitting, driving, kneeling, climbing, squatting, crawling, and ascending and descending ladders and scaffolding constantly throughout the workday.
  
  

Job Description Acknowledgement

I have received, reviewed, and fully understand the job description for Startup and Warranty Superintendent. I further understand that I am responsible for the satisfactory execution of the essential functions described therein, under any and all conditions as described.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: $100,000.00-$125,000.00/annually (Depending on skill and experience).

Benefits: Health, vision, dental, 401k w/ company match