Mechanical Superintendent

We are recruiting a Mechanical Superintendent for an established heavy industrial and infrastructure contractor delivering a major $130M project in Brandon, MB. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, trade-certified mechanical leader to oversee self-performing crews of Plumbers, Pipefitters and Millwrights on a complex, multi-year construction project.

This is a long-term, site-based opportunity with an anticipated project duration of three years.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise self-performing mechanical construction crews, including Foremen, Lead Hands, Plumbers, Pipefitters, Millwrights and apprentices.
• Oversee daily mechanical construction activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule and to specification.
• Plan and coordinate manpower, equipment, materials and subcontractors to maintain productivity and meet project milestones.
• Develop and execute short-term schedules, work packages and construction sequencing in coordination with other trades.
• Monitor labour productivity, material usage and cost codes to achieve project budgets and performance targets.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, specifications and contract requirements to guide field execution and resolve technical issues.
• Coordinate material procurement, deliveries, storage and equipment availability to prevent construction delays.
• Maintain compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, company procedures and project-specific quality standards.
• Identify scope changes, additional work and potential cost impacts, communicating findings to project management.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, engineers, suppliers and other stakeholders to resolve construction challenges.
• Maintain accurate field documentation, including timesheets, progress reports, as-built drawings and quality records.
• Oversee mechanical inspections, testing, commissioning and turnover activities.
• Mentor and develop field personnel, providing clear direction, performance feedback and accountability for safety, quality and productivity.

Requirements

Must Haves

• Recognized Mechanical Trade certification in Plumbing or Pipefitting.
• 5+ years of experience supervising mechanical construction crews, including Plumbers, Pipefitters, Millwrights and apprentices.
• Experience leading self-performing mechanical trades on heavy industrial or major infrastructure construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical installations, construction drawings, specifications and quality standards.
• Proven ability to manage workforce productivity and coordinate with other trades on construction projects.
• Eligible to work in Canada.

Nice to Haves

• Water or wastewater treatment plant construction experience.
• Experience supervising crews of approximately 20 tradespeople.
• Experience with industrial process piping, mechanical equipment installation and commissioning.
• Experience managing unionized workforces and collective agreements.
• Familiarity with construction cost codes, work packages and change management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits
• Pension contributions
• Fully furnished accommodations for out-of-town candidates and their families