REPORTS TO: Mechanical Construction SI, Project Manager
LOCATION: Taylor, TX
JOB OBJECTIVES
The Mechanical Supervisor oversees all mechanical installation, maintenance, and testing activities on the construction site. The primary objective is to ensure that all mechanical works—such as piping, plumbing, and heavy equipment—are executed safely, efficiently, and in strict compliance with engineering designs, project specifications, and quality standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Site Supervision & Coordination: Manage and coordinate the daily activities of mechanical foremen, technicians, and sub-contractors on site.
Project Coordination: Coordinate with the Client, Engineering, EOR, QA/QC, Safety, subcontractors, vendors, and other disciplines to resolve mechanical construction issues and support project requirements.
Technical Document Review: Review subcontractor RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, work plans, and other mechanical construction documents, and coordinate required actions with related parties.
Quality Assurance & Control: Inspect ongoing and completed mechanical works to ensure they meet project blueprints, technical specifications, and industry standards.
Safety Enforcement: Enforce site safety regulations (e.g., OSHA standards), conduct daily toolbox talks, and ensure all team members utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Progress Monitoring: Monitor project timelines, track daily/weekly progress, and proactively resolve technical or logistical issues to prevent delays.
Resource Management: Coordinate the timely delivery, storage, and inventory of mechanical materials, tools, and heavy machinery.
Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate site logs, update as-built drawings, and submit regular progress reports to the Project Manager.
Testing & Commissioning: Supervise the pressure testing, flushing, and commissioning of mechanical systems to ensure proper functionality before handover.
Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the company
Requirements
/Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on supervisory experience in mechanical construction (commercial, industrial, or infrastructure projects).
Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and piping networks.
Blueprint Reading: Advanced ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, schematics, and BIM (Building Information Modeling) models.
Desirable/Preferred Skills
Software Proficiency: Familiarity with engineering software such as AutoCAD and Navisworks for design review and clash detection, alongside high proficiency in Microsoft Office for project reporting and documentation.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with various trades, clients, and upper management.
Problem-Solving: Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills to quickly resolve on-site technical discrepancies.
Leadership: Proven ability to lead multicultural teams, manage conflicts, and maintain high morale under the pressures of a construction environment.
