What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEP Project Superintendent (Indianapolis, IN) position at McFarland Constuction?
Company Overview
McFarland Construction is a full-service commercial construction firm, specializing in the delivery of projects through general contracting, design/build, and construction management engagements. We serve a diverse range of market segments, including Corporate Services, Health Sciences, Financial Services, Power/Energy, Mission Critical, and Public Sectors.
Founded in 2010, McFarland Construction has grown to become the largest African American-owned construction company in the Charlotte region. We are ranked #18 among the largest general contractors in Charlotte, one of the top 50 fastest-growing privately-owned businesses in Charlotte, and one of the top 40 fastest-growing mid-market companies in North Carolina.
If you're seeking the next step in your career and want to be part of an innovative, rapidly expanding company, we have an amazing opportunity for you! Join us and be a part of our exciting journey.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced MEP Superintendent to oversee the coordination, installation, and execution of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems on construction projects. The MEP Superintendent will work closely with project managers, subcontractors, and field personnel to ensure MEP components are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with all safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Manage and supervise all MEP construction activities, ensuring proper coordination of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems with overall project schedules.
- Work with project managers, engineers, architects, and subcontractors to resolve design conflicts and maintain efficient workflows.
- Developing and implementing overall project work schedules identifying the critical path including the expediting of scheduled critical materials and equipment for their timely delivery to site.
- Developing and managing the overall site safety program as required and ensuring subcontractor compliance with standards and all applicable safety codes and regulations.
- Managing and making decisions related to the performance of work related to scheduling, delivery, logistics, quality control and trade employee staffing levels.
- Overseeing work among all trades to promote a coordinated project operation
- Acting as liaison to inspection agencies.
- Managing the General Conditions and General Requirements for the project to maintain budget.
- Managing the billing process as it relates to work in place and overseeing the monthly estimate of work completed, payrolls, material invoices and subcontractor payment applications.
- Managing the work to ensure that it is installed in compliance with and conforms to the approved contract documents.
- A working knowledge of Construction methods, safety, scheduling, quality assurance, plans and specifications, estimating, bidding and project documents are desired.
- Collaborate with Estimating/Preconstruction Team on the project schedule, logistics, safety, constructability reviews, general conditions, and general requirements.
Education & Additional Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, mechanical/electrical engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in MEP construction, preferably in a superintendent or similar leadership role.
- Strong understanding of MEP systems, blueprints, specifications, and construction methodologies.
- Extensive experience with commercial upfit / interior renovations and MEP system installation is preferred.
- OSHA 30, PMP, or other relevant construction certifications are a plus.
- Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.