Mechanical Superintendent

Job Description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:
Manages Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) individuals to deliver high-quality results and foster professional growth. Guides cross-functional teams and trade partners to proactively identify and resolve moderately complex technical challenges, supporting seamless project execution and client satisfaction. Oversees adherence to safety protocols and regulatory requirements specific to MEP activities, reinforcing a culture where every team member is empowered and accountable for maintaining a safe, inclusive, and high-performing jobsite. Aligns MEP field activities with overall project objectives, ensuring that daily decisions contribute to successful outcomes and long-term client relationships. Directs on-site MEP construction activities, ensuring that MEP work is executed safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards, while reinforcing the organization’s reputation for MEP operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:
Leads, manages, and develops a team of MEP individuals to achieve exceptional performance and encourage talent development.
Oversees all MEP-related construction activities, ensuring MEP systems are installed safely and efficiently, and that all work meets project specifications, codes, and organizational standards.
Manages coordination with project managers, MEP subcontractors, and suppliers to schedule resources, resolve moderately complex MEP-related issues, and maintain project momentum.
Ensures compliance with safety policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements specific to MEP operations, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Reviews and approves daily field documentation, including progress reports, safety planning documentation (i.e. pre-task-plans), and productivity records, to ensure accuracy and timely reporting.
Reviews and communicates project status, risks, and opportunities to leadership and relevant stakeholders, proactively addressing concerns to support project success.

Education Qualifications:
Associate's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction management, a related field, or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:
7 years of experience in MEP field engineering, MEP construction management, or a related field required.
1 - 2 years of experience in a managerial capacity preferred.

Certifications and Licenses:
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour Construction certification preferred. OSHA 30 program completion within 6 months of hire is required.
First Aid and CPR certification required.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.