Barnard · 15 hours ago
MEP Superintendent
Knoxville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expBarnard Construction Company, Inc. is a heavy-civil construction company based in Bozeman, Montana, specializing in complex projects across North America. The MEP Superintendent will manage construction safety, oversee installation and inspection of MEP systems, and ensure compliance with project costs and budgets.
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Responsibilities
Manage construction safety
Manage environmental and quality compliance
Understand / manage project costs and budgets
Oversee installation, testing and inspection of the following systems: mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls, low voltage / automation systems and fire/life safety systems
Participate in pre-construction activities with project team to review estimates, proposals, schedule, sequencing and logistics
Schedule and manage construction activities, sequencing and the selection of engineering staff, crew workforce, equipment, and tools for maximum utilization and quality of work
Review, interpret and understand Contract Documents including specifications, drawings, and designs
Establish working relationships between clients, subcontractors and Barnard team members
Oversee, manage, and document all day-to-day MEP job site activities and challenges
Coordinate subcontractor work scopes in conjunction with other subcontractors and Barnard self-perform work crews
Participate in meetings and inspections with clients, engineers, subcontractors, authorities having jurisdiction and others, as required
Participate in and review MEP related shop drawings, submittals and RFI’s
Review timecards and invoices for proper cost distribution and accountability
Tracks schedule and budget progress with project milestones and takes all action necessary to keep project on track
Determines, controls, and maintains field discipline schedules and budgets
Assist in work scope closeout activities inclusive of systems testing, commissioning, client trainings, punch list and systems turnover
Ensure all employees and subcontractors are current in and compliant with all Barnard safety policies, and have received required safety training and equipment
Qualification
Required
Must be willing to travel and relocate. Project sites are located domestically and internationally, so relocation and/or travel are required
Extensive mechanical, electrical and plumbing experience. Minimum 5+ years of commercial construction experience with a focus on MEP systems
Strong understanding of MEP related codes and standards
Strong understanding of MEP system startup, testing and commissioning
Ability and experience working with clients, engineers, subcontractors and authority having jurisdiction personnel
Understanding of MEP systems permitting and compliance
Experience supervising multiple foremen/construction crews and subcontractors
Strong organizational and time management skills
Safety oriented with an understanding of MEP related safety regulations, 10-hour and 30 hour OSHA certificates are preferred
Exceptional communication and leadership skills
Ability to function as a team-builder/player
Ability to anticipate and resolve project challenges
Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates
Estimating and planning experience for MEP systems
Proficient computer skills and the use of various construction management software
Strong work ethic; willing to do what it takes to get the job done
Preferred
10-hour and 30 hour OSHA certificates are preferred
Benefits
Competitive salaries
Profit sharing
401(k)s
A generous health plan
Annual bonuses
Company
Barnard
In 1975, Tim Barnard moved to Montana with an idea that he could start his own construction company.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2025-08-24
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