Lead Mechanical Superintendent – High-Rise Construction

Mechanical Superintendent

Location: Charlotte, NC (On-Site)

Compensation: $100K - $130K

Employment: Full-Time

Are you an experienced Mechanical Superintendent ready to lead large‑scale, high‑rise mechanical construction projects? This role offers the chance to oversee major multifamily and high‑rise builds while owning field operations, driving quality, and shaping project success. You’ll work on complex mechanical systems, guide talented crews, collaborate closely with inspectors and GCs, and play a crucial role in bringing major projects to life.

This position is ideal for a mechanical construction leader who thrives in high‑impact environments and enjoys the challenge of coordinating labor, materials, schedules, and jobsite excellence.

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Due to multiple newly awarded projects, two Mechanical Superintendent openings are available. These roles support the growing demand for leadership on major mechanical construction sites across Charlotte, NC and Columbia, SC.

• 3 in 10 job tenure. No exceptions.
• Candidates must provide reasons for leaving all roles.
• Experience managing foremen, overseeing project budgets, building labor plans, performing material takeoffs, meeting with inspectors, coordinating with GCs, and walking jobs daily.
• Must be OK with some travel around the Charlotte metro and Columbia, SC.
  • Long‑term, this person will spend time in both areas, especially Charlotte.

• Multifamily project experience.
• High‑rise mechanical construction involving:
  • Sheet metal
  • Piping
  • Startups
  • Line sets
• Experience with large‑scale, high‑rise construction similar to PDI‑type projects
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  No small hotels or 2–4 story townhomes.

• Lead and manage field crews and foremen on major mechanical construction projects.
• Oversee daily site operations, ensuring productivity, safety, and schedule alignment.
• Monitor and manage project budgets, labor plans, materials, and equipment.
• Perform and review material takeoffs; coordinate timely procurement and delivery.
• Walk jobsites daily to assess progress, resolve issues, and ensure quality control.
• Interface with inspectors, general contractors, engineering teams, and subcontractors.
• Interpret plans, specifications, and mechanical drawings to guide installation activities.
• Support planning meetings, scheduling, sequencing, and coordination with other trades.
• Ensure all mechanical work complies with codes, safety standards, and project specifications.
• Assist with change orders, field documentation, and project reporting as needed.
• Lead and foster a safety‑first culture aligned with OSHA‑compliant jobsite practices.

• Mechanical Superintendent
• High‑Rise Mechanical Construction
• Multifamily Mechanical Projects
• Mechanical Field Superintendent
• HVAC / Piping Construction Lead
• Construction Superintendent – Mechanical
• Foreman Management / Field Leadership
• Mechanical Systems Installation
• Sheet Metal & Piping Superintendent
• Construction Project Field Operations
• Mechanical Trades Supervisor

Experienced Mechanical Superintendent needed for large‑scale, high‑rise mechanical construction projects in Charlotte/Columbia. Lead crews, manage budgets, ensure quality.