Mechanical Superintendent

Southland (SLND) is a century-old infrastructure builder with self-perform capabilities across heavy civil, water, bridges, tunnels, and industrial construction. SA Connects delivers building and industrial construction projects with a safety-first, self-performing approach that gives clients quality, schedule certainty, and value.

SA Connects is seeking an experienced Mechanical Superintendent to lead field operations on large-scale industrial and commercial projects in New Mexico. This role is responsible for the safe, high-quality, and on-schedule execution of mechanical scopes of work — including piping, plumbing, HVAC, natural gas fitting, and fire protection systems — and works closely with the Project Manager to deliver results in the field.

• Direct day-to-day field operations for mechanical scopes of work, including crews, foremen, and subcontractors
• Develop and maintain look-ahead schedules and coordinate the sequencing of work with other trades
• Enforce Southland's zero-incident safety culture, including daily huddles, job hazard analyses, and site safety audits
• Ensure installed work meets contract documents, code requirements, and quality standards
• Coordinate inspections and permitting activities with the New Mexico Construction Industries Division (CID) and other authorities having jurisdiction
• Manage field labor, materials, tools, and equipment to maximize productivity and control costs
• Review drawings and specifications, identify field conflicts, and partner with the Project Manager to resolve RFIs and changes
• Maintain accurate daily reports, manpower logs, and progress tracking
• Mentor and develop foremen, journeymen, and apprentices

• 8+ years of field experience in mechanical, industrial, or large-scale commercial construction, with 3+ years in a superintendent or general foreman role
• Must currently hold New Mexico Construction Industries Division (CID) license classifications MM-2 (Natural Gas Fitting) and MS-12 (Fire Protection Sprinkler Systems)
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical systems, including piping, plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and shop drawings
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage field crews and subcontractors
• Working knowledge of scheduling and field management tools (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Primavera)
• OSHA 30-Hour certification
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout New Mexico

• Experience on large-scale industrial, utility, or mission-critical facility construction
• Experience with MM-98 (Mechanical) scopes of work
• First Aid/CPR certification

Regular presence on active construction job sites is required, including exposure to outdoor conditions, construction equipment, and varying weather. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Southland is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.