Lead Mechanical Superintendent

Requisition ID: 295530 

•  Relocation Authorized: None 
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project 
• Work Location: Various Work Locations USA

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Project Overview:

The project is a 1.3 GW simple-cycle power generation facility located in Millersport, Ohio, being constructed adjacent to a hyperscale data center campus. The facility includes multiple power generation technologies consisting of Solar Titan 130 gas turbines, Siemens SGT800 gas turbines, reciprocating engines, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, and associated balance of plant infrastructure.

The scope includes major civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, underground utility, control systems, and commissioning works required to support phased energization and turnover of the facility. Construction will be executed through a combination of direct hire and subcontracted labor supported by modularization, pre-assembly, offsite warehousing, and advanced work packaging methodologies.

Job Summary:

Provides overall field leadership, coordination, and execution oversight for all mechanical construction activities including underground piping, above ground piping, rotating equipment installation, tanks, balance of plant systems, welding, and auxiliary mechanical systems. Responsible for safety, quality, productivity, construction sequencing, subcontractor coordination, and interface management across multiple simultaneous work fronts. Leads Mechanical Superintendents and coordinates closely with Field Engineering, QA/QC, Logistics, Vendor Representatives, and Commissioning teams to achieve project milestones and turnover requirements. #LI-SP1

Major Responsibilities:

• Leadership / Supervision (Discipline Supervision of superintendents supporting 50 to 100 craft or Responsible for Area/Facility) 
• Supervises and directs craft activities, subordinate superintendents, and others, as assigned. (Direct Hire) 
• Schedules work to be performed and reviews work accomplished by each craft. (Direct Hire) 

Planning / Productivity 

• Determines workforce requirements.  
• Coordinates established area operational plans.  

Tools, Materials & Equipment 

• Oversees tool and equipment usage on the site.   
• Manages the preparation of Field Material Requisitions for tools and consumables and ensures that the craft professionals have the tools they require to be productive.  

Safety & Quality 

• Ensures the most current design document is used to complete the work and that all design changes are approved prior to implementation.  
• Ensures assigned construction operations and subcontractors’ performance are in compliance with specifications and within schedules and budgets.   

Technical 

• Works with Construction Field Engineers, Foremen, and Craft Professionals, in interpreting Engineering design documents, vendor documents, and other technical documents 
• Manages engineering solutions with Subcontractors, and Foremen and  Craft Professionals. 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Large EPC industrial or power project construction experience
• Strong knowledge of mechanical construction means and methods
• Experience with piping systems, rotating equipment, and static equipment installation
• Experience with gas turbine and power generation equipment installation preferred
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and workface planning
• Experience managing subcontractors, direct hire crews, and vendor interfaces
• Knowledge of welding, NDE, pressure testing, and turnover requirements
• Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills
• Ability to drive safety, quality, and productivity performance
• Experience coordinating with engineering, logistics, and commissioning teams
• Familiarity with Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) and turnover planning preferred

Total Rewards/Benefits:

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