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Assistant / MEP Super-Gainesville VA-Construction

Gainesville, Virginia Permanent USD100,000 - USD130,000 per year View Job Description
Join a growing contractor as an Assistant MEP Superintendent or MEP Superintendent supporting the tenant fit-out of a hyperscale data centre in Gainesville, VA. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in the company's first data centre project while helping establish processes, standards and best practices for a rapidly expanding division.
  • Help launch a brand-new Data Center Division from day one
  • High-growth opportunity with direct exposure to executive leadership

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing, entrepreneurial general contractor experiencing significant expansion under highly respected industry leadership. With a strong backlog, collaborative culture and commitment to employee development, they offer the agility of a smaller firm combined with leadership expertise typically found at much larger organisations.

Job Description

Position Responsibilities

  • Support and oversee MEP installation activities for a hyperscale data centre tenant fit-out project.
  • Coordinate subcontractors, vendors and field teams to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
  • Manage and maintain project schedules, sequencing and two-week look-ahead plans.
  • Conduct site inspections and monitor progress to ensure compliance with project requirements, drawings and specifications.
  • Drive quality control initiatives and proactively address field issues before they impact schedule or cost.
  • Lead coordination meetings with trade partners and project stakeholders.
  • Review drawings, submittals and RFIs to ensure successful project execution.
  • Monitor site logistics, material deliveries and workforce planning.
  • Ensure all work is completed in accordance with safety regulations and company standards.
  • Assist in establishing operational processes and best practices as the data centre division grows.
  • Build relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal leadership teams.
  • Support project closeout activities including punch lists, commissioning and turnover documentation.

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.

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.

The Successful Applicant

  • Experience as an MEP Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent or MEP-focused field leader.
  • Data centre construction experience is highly preferred.
  • Candidates from MEP subcontractors with data centre experience will be strongly considered.
  • Strong MEP leaders from general contractors without data centre experience are also encouraged to apply.
  • Proven ability to coordinate multiple trades and manage field operations.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and technical documents.
  • Experience managing schedules, logistics and subcontractor performance.
  • Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
  • OSHA certification or willingness to obtain required safety credentials.
  • Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam and Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to work full-time on-site in Gainesville, VA

What's on Offer

Why Someone Would Want to Apply

  • Be one of the first hires in a newly established Data Center Division with substantial long-term growth potential.
  • Gain direct access to senior leadership and contribute strategic input that will shape future projects.
  • Work in a highly autonomous environment where your contributions are visible and impactful.
  • Learn from an executive leadership team with a proven track record of building and scaling successful construction organisations.
  • Join a company that offers strong benefits, a collaborative culture and clear opportunities for advancement as the business continues to grow.



Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary up to $130,000
  • $750/month vehicle allowance
  • 100% employer-paid individual medical and dental coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Long-term career progression within a rapidly growing business



Project Highlights

  • Hyperscale Data Center Tenant Fit-Out
  • Gainesville, Virginia
  • Strategic, high-visibility project serving as the foundation for the company's future data centre portfolio



Contact
Victoria Grady
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7072640

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Site Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Gainesville
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Victoria Grady
Job Reference
JN-072026-7072640
 

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