Construction Superintendent - Mechanical Site Work

Position: Mechanical Construction Superintendent Data Centers

Location: Home Base: Central, NY (Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse) U.S. Project Sites (Travel Required; Regionally Based Candidates Preferred) Reports To: Senior Construction Manager / Project Executive

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Position Summary: We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Construction Superintendent to lead field execution of mechanical systems on large-scale data center construction projects. You will oversee daily on-site activities related to HVAC, chilled water, air distribution, and other mechanical infrastructure, ensuring quality, safety, and schedule performance in support of high-reliability operations.

Key Responsibilities

Field Leadership & Mechanical Execution

• Direct and supervise mechanical subcontractors on the installation of HVAC systems, chilled water piping, ductwork, CRAH/CRAC units, pumps, and mechanical equipment.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with construction documents, project specifications, and mechanical codes.
• Coordinate with trade partners and general contractor teams to support integrated construction workflows.

Scheduling & Coordination

• Develop and maintain mechanical lookahead schedules, ensuring alignment with project milestones and MEP sequencing.
• Identify schedule risks early and coordinate solutions to maintain overall project progress.
• Work closely with electrical and controls teams to coordinate mechanical system startup, testing, and integration.

Quality Control & Commissioning Support

• Perform field inspections to verify proper installation, system layout, and performance readiness.
• Ensure compliance with QA/QC standards and support the commissioning process, including functional performance testing and punch list resolution.
• Assist with turnover documentation and ensure mechanical systems meet commissioning and owner expectations.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce mechanical safety practices including confined space, rigging, lifting operations, and hot work protocols.
• Conduct toolbox talks, participate in job hazard analyses (JHAs), and collaborate with EHS teams to maintain a safe jobsite.
• Verify subcontractor compliance with all project-specific safety requirements.

Documentation & Communication

• Maintain detailed daily reports, track site activity and workforce hours, and document issues and resolutions.
• Review and coordinate RFIs, field directives, and submittal updates related to mechanical scope.
• Communicate regularly with project leadership on progress, field conditions, and resource needs.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 710+ years of mechanical construction experience with at least 3 years in a superintendent or supervisory role.
• Experience working on data center, industrial, healthcare, semiconductor, or other mission-critical projects with complex mechanical infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, chilled water distribution, hydronic systems, airflow management, and related components.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, specifications, and coordination plans.

Preferred Qualifications:

• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent mechanical safety training.
• Experience with commissioning support and mechanical system turnover.
• Proficiency with digital tools such as BIM 360, Bluebeam, and scheduling software.
• Familiarity with ASHRAE standards, energy efficiency practices, and high-reliability cooling system design.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong field presence and ability to lead by example in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Practical, solutions-oriented mindset with a commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to coordinate across disciplines and resolve field conflicts efficiently.

Why Join Us?

• As a Mechanical Superintendent with Ramboll, you'll help deliver some of the most advanced digital infrastructure projects in the world. You'll be part of a team committed to quality, safety, and innovationbuilding data centers that support the world's growing digital demands.