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MEP Superintendent

New York, New York Permanent USD160,000 - USD180,000 per year View Job Description
We're seeking a highly skilled MEP Superintendent to oversee all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection scopes on major commercial interior and ground-up construction projects across NYC. You'll be responsible for day-to-day field coordination, quality control, and ensuring seamless integration of complex building systems.
  • Play a critical leadership role in managing MEP systems in NYC
  • Join a respected general contractor with deep expertise

About Our Client

Our client is a top-tier general contractor with a proven track record delivering high-end commercial interiors, tenant improvements, and ground-up buildings throughout New York City. They are known for their collaborative project teams, robust safety culture, and a commitment to engineering excellence-especially when it comes to MEP-heavy projects like law offices, data centers, medical facilities, and institutional spaces.

Job Description



  • Oversee and coordinate all MEP trades on site to ensure alignment with construction schedule and design intent


  • Serve as the primary liaison between MEP subcontractors, project management, design teams, and ownership


  • Enforce safety, quality, and performance standards for all MEP work


  • Monitor MEP installation progress and troubleshoot field issues to minimize delays


  • Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with NYC codes, DOB/FDNY requirements, and project specs


  • Lead MEP coordination meetings and collaborate with VDC/BIM teams on clash detection and resolution


  • Maintain updated field reports, daily logs, and documentation related to MEP work


  • Assist with startup, commissioning, and turnover of MEP systems


  • Review submittals, shop drawings, and assist in change order evaluation as needed

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

7+ years of MEP supervision experience on large-scale commercial projects. Strong coordination, communication, and systems knowledge required.



  • 7-15+ years of field supervision experience focusing on MEP scopes for large-scale commercial projects in NYC


  • Deep technical understanding of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, sprinkler, and controls systems


  • Familiarity with BIM/VDC processes and MEP coordination in tight, complex environments


  • Experience working with union trades and managing NYC subcontractors


  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities


  • OSHA 30 certification and thorough understanding of DOB/FDNY regulations


  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specs, and control diagrams


  • Proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, and other field management tools



What's on Offer



  • Competitive salary and discretionary performance bonus


  • Full medical, dental, vision, and 401k benefits package


  • Company phone, laptop, and vehicle allowance or metro reimbursement


  • Opportunity to work on high-profile projects for Fortune 500 clients and major developers


  • Long-term career path into General Superintendent or MEP Project Executive roles


  • A safety-first culture and management team that respects and empowers superintendents

    7+ years of MEP supervision experience on large-scale commercial projects. Strong coordination, communication, and systems knowledge required.
Contact
Patricia Cox
Quote job ref
JN-062025-6760540

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Site Manager
Industry
Property
Location
New York
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Patricia Cox
Job Reference
JN-062025-6760540