MEP Superintendent - Lead Federal & Mission Critical Sites
Michael Page, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
As an MEP Superintendent, you'll lead on-site operations for complex retrofit projects, overseeing the construction, startup, and commissioning of mechanical, electrical, and control systems. You'll coordinate trade partners, drive schedule and quality, and ensure the highest safety standards on mission‑critical, renovation‑focused projects.
Client Details Join a specialized energy infrastructure contractor that delivers turnkey, design‑build upgrades to modernize and decarbonize existing buildings. With a strong national footprint and a tight‑knit, values‑driven culture, they're transforming how facilities use energy while providing long‑term stability and growth for their people.
Description Safety Leadership
Champion a "safety‑first" culture for all MEP activities, enforcing site‑specific and OSHA standards at all times.
Conduct regular safety walks and inspections, correcting unsafe conditions and reinforcing best practices with all field personnel and subcontractors.
Field & Subcontractor Management
Lead day‑to‑day coordination of all MEP trades, ensuring manpower, sequencing, and workflow align with the overall project schedule.
Coordinate material and equipment deliveries with subcontractors and vendors to keep work fronts open and productive.
Monitor progress in the field, proactively addressing delays, constraints, and conflicts to maintain schedule and quality.
Technical & Quality Oversight
Review mechanical and electrical submittals for compliance with drawings, specifications, and design intent.
Identify and resolve field installation issues quickly, collaborating with subcontractors and the design team to implement effective solutions.
Plan and run focused meetings for critical MEP activities (e.g., shutdowns, tie‑ins, start‑ups) to drive alignment and readiness.
Oversee the quality control process for MEP systems, ensuring installations meet performance, code, and commissioning requirements.
Preconstruction & Procurement Support
Assist project teams during preconstruction with input on MEP means, methods, and sequencing.
Support the bidding process for mechanical and electrical scopes, helping evaluate trade partners and proposals.
Manage and track MEP equipment procurement, from submittals and approvals through delivery and on‑site readiness.
Startup & Commissioning
Lead the startup and functional testing of mechanical and electrical systems in coordination with trades and vendors.
Coordinate and support third‑party commissioning agents, ensuring access, documentation, and test readiness.
Own commissioning documentation in the field, making sure checklists, test reports, and closeout records are accurate, complete, and organized.
Client & Stakeholder Relations
Serve as a key on‑site point of contact for the client, maintaining clear, consistent communication on progress, impacts, and upcoming work.
Represent the company's values on site, building trust‑based relationships with owners, facility staff, and partners.
Profile
Minimum 5 years of experience in Mechanical or Electrical System Construction, or an equivalent mix of relevant education and field experience.
At least 4 years of hands‑on experience specifically in Mechanical or Electrical System Construction.
A minimum of 3 years' combined experience in one or more of the following:
Mission Critical Construction
Hospital/Healthcare Construction
MEP Project Management
Mechanical and Electrical System Startup and Commissioning
Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA safety standards and construction safety regulations, with a proven record of safe field operations.
Proficiency with construction management software (e.g., Procore) and digital reporting tools for daily logs, RFIs, and documentation.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to lead meetings and coordinate multiple stakeholders.
Proven leadership skills and experience building, motivating, and directing field teams and subcontractors.
Solid ability to plan, coordinate, and schedule MEP activities in alignment with the master project schedule.
Strong problem‑solving mindset and ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, field‑based environment.
Preconstruction and equipment procurement experience for MEP systems.
Willingness and ability to work on site at client locations in the DC Metro area (this is a site‑based role, not remote).
Job Offer Why Apply?
High‑impact projects with purpose:
Work on deep energy retrofit and infrastructure upgrade projects that directly reduce energy use, carbon footprint, and utility costs for high‑profile facilities.
Renovation & MEP/HVAC focus:
Build your career around technically complex, MEP‑heavy renovations‑no ground‑up‑across federal, municipal, university, hospitality, and data center markets.
Stable, growing business:
Join an established company with nearly three decades of success, a strong project pipeline (including multi‑building federal programs), and recent strategic growth through acquisition.
People‑first culture & values:
Be part of a collaborative, mission‑driven team that lives its core values—doing the right thing, delivering excellence, pushing boundaries, taking responsibility, using teamwork, keeping it simple, and having fun.
Development & inclusion:
Access internal learning programs and employee resource groups, including dedicated communities for women and veterans, designed to support your professional growth and sense of belonging.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
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Client Details Join a specialized energy infrastructure contractor that delivers turnkey, design‑build upgrades to modernize and decarbonize existing buildings. With a strong national footprint and a tight‑knit, values‑driven culture, they're transforming how facilities use energy while providing long‑term stability and growth for their people.
Description Safety Leadership
Champion a "safety‑first" culture for all MEP activities, enforcing site‑specific and OSHA standards at all times.
Conduct regular safety walks and inspections, correcting unsafe conditions and reinforcing best practices with all field personnel and subcontractors.
Field & Subcontractor Management
Lead day‑to‑day coordination of all MEP trades, ensuring manpower, sequencing, and workflow align with the overall project schedule.
Coordinate material and equipment deliveries with subcontractors and vendors to keep work fronts open and productive.
Monitor progress in the field, proactively addressing delays, constraints, and conflicts to maintain schedule and quality.
Technical & Quality Oversight
Review mechanical and electrical submittals for compliance with drawings, specifications, and design intent.
Identify and resolve field installation issues quickly, collaborating with subcontractors and the design team to implement effective solutions.
Plan and run focused meetings for critical MEP activities (e.g., shutdowns, tie‑ins, start‑ups) to drive alignment and readiness.
Oversee the quality control process for MEP systems, ensuring installations meet performance, code, and commissioning requirements.
Preconstruction & Procurement Support
Assist project teams during preconstruction with input on MEP means, methods, and sequencing.
Support the bidding process for mechanical and electrical scopes, helping evaluate trade partners and proposals.
Manage and track MEP equipment procurement, from submittals and approvals through delivery and on‑site readiness.
Startup & Commissioning
Lead the startup and functional testing of mechanical and electrical systems in coordination with trades and vendors.
Coordinate and support third‑party commissioning agents, ensuring access, documentation, and test readiness.
Own commissioning documentation in the field, making sure checklists, test reports, and closeout records are accurate, complete, and organized.
Client & Stakeholder Relations
Serve as a key on‑site point of contact for the client, maintaining clear, consistent communication on progress, impacts, and upcoming work.
Represent the company's values on site, building trust‑based relationships with owners, facility staff, and partners.
Profile
Minimum 5 years of experience in Mechanical or Electrical System Construction, or an equivalent mix of relevant education and field experience.
At least 4 years of hands‑on experience specifically in Mechanical or Electrical System Construction.
A minimum of 3 years' combined experience in one or more of the following:
Mission Critical Construction
Hospital/Healthcare Construction
MEP Project Management
Mechanical and Electrical System Startup and Commissioning
Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA safety standards and construction safety regulations, with a proven record of safe field operations.
Proficiency with construction management software (e.g., Procore) and digital reporting tools for daily logs, RFIs, and documentation.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to lead meetings and coordinate multiple stakeholders.
Proven leadership skills and experience building, motivating, and directing field teams and subcontractors.
Solid ability to plan, coordinate, and schedule MEP activities in alignment with the master project schedule.
Strong problem‑solving mindset and ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, field‑based environment.
Preconstruction and equipment procurement experience for MEP systems.
Willingness and ability to work on site at client locations in the DC Metro area (this is a site‑based role, not remote).
Job Offer Why Apply?
High‑impact projects with purpose:
Work on deep energy retrofit and infrastructure upgrade projects that directly reduce energy use, carbon footprint, and utility costs for high‑profile facilities.
Renovation & MEP/HVAC focus:
Build your career around technically complex, MEP‑heavy renovations‑no ground‑up‑across federal, municipal, university, hospitality, and data center markets.
Stable, growing business:
Join an established company with nearly three decades of success, a strong project pipeline (including multi‑building federal programs), and recent strategic growth through acquisition.
People‑first culture & values:
Be part of a collaborative, mission‑driven team that lives its core values—doing the right thing, delivering excellence, pushing boundaries, taking responsibility, using teamwork, keeping it simple, and having fun.
Development & inclusion:
Access internal learning programs and employee resource groups, including dedicated communities for women and veterans, designed to support your professional growth and sense of belonging.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
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