Mechanical Superintendent Heavy Industrial Construction
Location: Brandon, MB
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
We are recruiting a Mechanical Superintendent for an established heavy industrial and infrastructure contractor delivering a major $130M project in Brandon, MB. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, trade-certified mechanical leader to oversee self-performing crews of Plumbers, Pipefitters and Millwrights on a complex, multi-year construction project.
The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, pension contributions and fully furnished accommodations for out-of-town candidates and their families. This is a long-term, site-based prospect with an anticipated project duration of three years.
Must Haves

- Recognized Mechanical Trade certification in Plumbing or Pipefitting.
- 5+ years of experience supervising mechanical construction crews, including Plumbers, Pipefitters, Millwrights and apprentices.
- Experience leading self-performing mechanical trades on heavy industrial or major infrastructure construction projects.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical installations, construction drawings, specifications and quality standards.
- Proven ability to manage workforce productivity, schedules, material costs and coordination with other trades.
- Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to work on-site in Brandon, MB, on a long-term, non-rotational assignment.

Nice to Haves

- Water or wastewater treatment plant construction experience.
- Experience supervising crews of approximately 20 tradespeople.
- Experience with industrial process piping, mechanical equipment installation and commissioning.
- Experience managing unionized workforces and collective agreements.




- Familiarity with construction cost codes, work packages and change management.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

- Lead and supervise self-performing mechanical construction crews, including Foremen, Lead Hands, Plumbers, Pipefitters, Millwrights and apprentices.
- Oversee daily mechanical construction activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule and to specification.
- Plan and coordinate manpower, equipment, materials and subcontractors to maintain productivity and meet project milestones.
- Develop and execute short-term schedules, work packages and construction sequencing in coordination with other trades.
- Monitor labour productivity, material usage and cost codes to achieve project budgets and performance targets.
- Interpret mechanical drawings, specifications and contract requirements to guide field execution and resolve technical issues.
- Coordinate material procurement, deliveries, storage and equipment availability to prevent construction delays.
- Maintain compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, company procedures and project-specific quality standards.
- Identify scope changes, additional work and potential cost impacts, communicating findings to project management.
- Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, engineers, suppliers and other stakeholders to resolve construction challenges.
- Maintain accurate field documentation, including timesheets, progress reports, as-built drawings and quality records.
- Oversee mechanical inspections, testing, commissioning and turnover activities.
- Mentor and develop field personnel, providing clear direction, performance feedback and accountability for safety, quality and productivity.

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