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K-12 Construction Superintendent - MEP Focus

Charlotte, North Carolina Permanent USD110,000 - USD130,000 per year View Job Description
The Superintendent will serve as the MEP‑focused field leader on a $180M ground‑up K‑12 education project in Charlotte, NC. This is a multi‑year build (3+ years) requiring deep experience coordinating complex mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and systems scopes within an academic environment.
  • Lead MEP execution on a $180M ground‑up K‑12 campus
  • Employee‑owned GC with outstanding retention and bonus history

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a highly respected, employee‑owned general contractor recognized as one of the top education builders in the Southeast. Founded by industry veterans from large national firms, the company combines big‑project expertise with a family‑oriented culture. Leadership is committed to long‑term employee retention, consistent bonuses, and maintaining a supportive, team‑first environment while continuing aggressive growth.

Job Description

  • Lead and coordinate all MEP scopes throughout construction.
  • Manage MEP subcontractors, inspections, and commissioning activities.
  • Coordinate utilities, overhead/underground systems, and sequencing.
  • Partner closely with PMs, design team, inspectors, and owner reps.
  • Monitor schedule milestones and drive accountability across trades.
  • Maintain safety, quality, and compliance standards for academic facilities.
  • Support turnover, systems start‑up, closeout, and warranty phases.



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

A successful K-12 Construction Superintendent should have:

  • Proven Superintendent experience with strong tenure.
  • Extensive K‑12 education project experience required.
  • Deep exposure to MEP‑heavy scopes within academic buildings.
  • Experience on large, complex ground‑up projects preferred.
  • Strong ability to coordinate multiple MEP trades simultaneously.
  • Comfortable working within large, structured project teams.
  • Background with larger, nationally recognized GCs is a strong plus.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from USD 110.000 to 130.000 annually.
  • Annual Bonus: Paid every year historically
  • 401(k): 3% company match
  • Medical: 100% employer‑paid individual coverage
  • PTO: 2+ weeks (flexible based on experience)
  • Vehicle:
    • $750/month allowance or company vehicle
    • Mileage reimbursement included
Contact
Lucía Candanedo
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7009433

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Site Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Charlotte
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lucía Candanedo
Job Reference
JN-052026-7009433