Ames Construction
Mechanical Superintendent
Farmington, NM · Contract
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 8 days ago
Project ManagementAccountingLogisticsLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingBIMPrimavera P6OSHA
About the role
- Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected.
- The Mechanical Superintendent is responsible for the on-site coordination, supervision, and execution of all mechanical scopes of work.
- Working Conditions - Location - This project is located in Farmington, New Mexico.
Responsibilities
- Direct and oversee daily mechanical field operations, including self-perform crews and mechanical subcontractors.
- Coordinate the sequencing and installation of mechanical systems (piping, HVAC, plumbing, process, and equipment) with other trades to maintain workflow and schedule.
- Manage material deliveries, staging, and equipment logistics to support uninterrupted production.
- Perform quality control inspections, verify installations meet code and contract requirements, and manage punch-list resolution.
- Develop and maintain short-interval (look-ahead) schedules for mechanical scopes in coordination with the project schedule.
- Collaborate with the Project Manager, Superintendents, engineers, and subcontractors to resolve field conflicts and RFIs.
- Document daily field activities, manpower, equipment usage, and progress through daily reports.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop field crews, foremen, and apprentices.
- Manage crew assignments, workforce planning, and performance in the field.
Requirements
- Proven experience across mechanical disciplines (piping, HVAC, plumbing, and/or process/industrial systems).
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and shop drawings.
- Proficiency with scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) and field/project management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam).
- some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required
- ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally.
- Construction site environment - physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical/trade certification or associate degree preferred.
- Seven or more years of mechanical construction experience, with at least three years in a supervisory role.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, installation methods, and applicable building/mechanical codes.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Solid understanding of OSHA standards and construction safety practices.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
- Working Conditions
- Location - This project is located in Farmington, New Mexico. Subsequent projects will be nationally based.
- Travel - This role will be expected to travel to project locations and regional offices.
- Office environment - extensive sitting at desk and computer
Nice to have
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- technical/trade certification or associate degree preferred.
Equal opportunity
- Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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