Construction Superintendent - Traveling

A Construction Superintendent at CIMCO leads all onsite field operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality execution of industrial refrigeration construction projects. This role oversees daily crew activities, coordinates materials and equipment, maintains accurate documentation, and ensures all work aligns with current drawings, specifications, and CIMCO safety standards. With strong ammonia refrigeration knowledge and proven field leadership, the Superintendent serves as the primary onsite contact for customers, subcontractors, and internal teams;

driving productivity, resolving issues quickly, and delivering reliable results that support successful project outcomes.

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick pay
• PPE and annual allowance for boots and prescription safety glasses
• Work shirts provided by company
• Early performance evaluation and career development opportunities
• Competitive benefits, 401k, and paid life insurance
• Employee assistance program

• Ensure all crew members are actively engaged and working in accordance with CIMCO safety and quality procedures.
• Partner with the Sr./General Superintendent and Project Manager to ensure active jobs are staffed with appropriate trades.
• Coordinate daily communication and activities with customers, management, and subcontractors onsite.
• Plan and coordinate site material and consumable deliveries; ensure items are onsite and inventoried at least two weeks prior to scheduled work.
• Receive, inventory, and document all equipment and material deliveries; report discrepancies to the Project Manager.
• Generate detailed weld maps for all installed piping.
• Submit accurate weekly timesheets for all field hands and rig welders.
• Conduct daily coordination meetings and provide technical guidance and problem‑solving support.
• Maintain accurate field documentation and ensure CIMCO vehicles and tool trailers are properly maintained.
• Verify current project documentation is followed, including drawings, specifications, RFIs, change orders, and submittals.
• Deliver quality red‑lined as‑built drawings upon project completion.
• Assist with material takeoffs and rental equipment identification.
• Support development of 3‑week look‑ahead schedules and crane pick plans with safety requirements.

• 7–10 years of experience in industrial refrigeration construction, including ammonia systems
• 3+ years in a supervisory or superintendent role
• Ability to travel up to 6 weeks at a time
• Strong knowledge of piping systems, welding, reciprocating and screw compressors, and cold storage construction standards
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications
• Familiarity with IIAR standards and pressure testing methods
• RETA 1 & 2 certification (preferred; must be willing to obtain)
• Universal EPA certification (preferred; must be willing to obtain)
• OSHA 30 certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong communication skills and confidence working directly with clients and crews
• Proficiency with basic computer tools for documentation and scheduling
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in elevated or confined spaces
• Ability to work extended shifts in varying weather conditions

CIMCO specializes in the engineering, design, manufacture, installation and service of complex thermal building solutions for industrial, process cooling and recreational refrigeration and mechanical systems. For more than 100 years, CIMCO’s leadership and unparalleled research, development and manufacturing programs has put us at the front‑of‑the‑line of industry advancements and technological breakthroughs. Our professional engineers, technicians and designers apply…