Traveling – HVAC/Refrigeration SuperintendentTDIndustries

The Traveling – HVAC/Refrigeration Superintendent is responsible for the day-to-day field leadership and execution of assigned commercial and industrial HVAC/R construction projects. This position leads construction activities from project mobilization through installation, commissioning, punch list, and closeout, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with project specifications, company standards, and customer expectations.

The Superintendent provides direction and leadership to Foremen, Lead Installers, Apprentices, Independent Contractors, and other field personnel. The position is responsible for coordinating manpower, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and work activities while maintaining strong communication with Project Managers, General Contractors, customers, vendors, inspectors, and other project stakeholders.

The Superintendent serves as the primary field leader for assigned projects and is accountable for safety, quality, productivity, schedule performance, manpower utilization, and overall field execution.

Field Leadership & Project Execution

• Lead and coordinate the day-to-day field operations of assigned commercial and industrial HVAC/R projects.
• Provide direction, leadership, and technical support to Foremen, Lead Installers, Apprentices, Independent Contractors, and other field personnel.
• Organize and direct construction personnel to ensure work is properly staffed, sequenced, and executed.
• Establish and adjust work sequences to meet project schedules and maximize field productivity.
• Coordinate HVAC/R piping, equipment installation, controls coordination, pressure testing, evacuation, charging, startup, and commissioning activities.
• Monitor daily project progress and communicate schedule, manpower, material, and productivity concerns to Project Management.
• Identify and resolve field issues involving productivity, work interfaces, manpower, materials, coordination, and construction sequencing.
• Coordinate jobsite activities with General Contractors, other subcontractors, trades, vendors, inspectors, and customers.
• Ensure materials, tools, equipment, and other resources are available when required to maintain project progress.

Planning & Scheduling

• Participate in project kickoff, preconstruction, constructability, workforce planning, and scheduling activities.
• Develop and maintain short-term manpower and work plans in alignment with the overall project schedule.
• Participate in Pull Planning (P2W), Six-Week Look Ahead Planning, constraint logs, and other Lean construction practices.
• Identify project constraints, schedule risks, and potential delays and develop solutions before they impact project delivery.
• Monitor manpower schedules to ensure staffing levels support project milestones and production requirements.
• Identify opportunities for prefabrication and improved installation methods to increase safety, quality, and productivity.
• Conduct regular planning and coordination meetings with field personnel and project stakeholders.

Safety & Quality

• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure all field activities comply with company safety standards, OSHA requirements, EPA regulations, applicable mechanical codes, and project requirements.
• Conduct required safety meetings, observations, inspections, and jobsite audits.
• Identify and eliminate construction and jobsite hazards as they are recognized.
• Ensure field personnel use required personal protective equipment and follow established safety procedures.
• Inspect work in progress and completed work to ensure conformance with drawings, specifications, manufacturer requirements, coordination/BIM documents, and company quality standards.
• Identify quality issues and ensure corrective actions are completed promptly.
• Ensure HVAC/R installations are properly tested, commissioned, and completed in accordance with project requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional jobsite.

Project Performance & Financial Accountability

• Understand project budgets, labor requirements, production expectations, and schedule commitments.
• Monitor labor hours, productivity, production rates, manpower utilization, equipment usage, material usage, and project progress.
• Confirm earned value of completed work and support accurate Forecasted Percent Completions.
• Estimate manpower and man-hours required to meet project schedules and communicate needs to Project Management.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, productivity improvements, and more efficient use of labor, materials, and equipment.
• Assist with material takeoffs, estimates, and pricing for changes in scope when required.
• Communicate potential cost impacts, schedule risks, and field conditions to Project Management in a timely manner.

Communication & Coordination

• Maintain effective communication with Project Managers, Senior Superintendents, General Contractors, customers, vendors, inspectors, and other project stakeholders.
• Review and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, specifications, submittals, BIM/coordination drawings, contracts, schedules, and job orders.
• Identify conflicts, omissions, constructability concerns, and requirements requiring clarification.
• Conduct pre-job and ongoing planning meetings to ensure field personnel understand project scope, schedules, contract requirements, and site-specific conditions.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Engineering, Quality Control, Estimating, and other departments to ensure materials, equipment, inspections, and technical support are available when needed.
• Maintain accurate field documentation and communicate project status and concerns to Project Management.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with customers, General Contractors, vendors, subcontractors, and other trades.

Leadership & Development

• Lead by example and promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, teamwork, and professionalism.
• Coach, mentor, and develop Foremen, Lead Installers, Apprentices, and other field personnel.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to field personnel.
• Assist in developing future field leaders by providing training, guidance, and opportunities for increased responsibility.
• Share technical knowledge and construction expertise with field teams.
• Promote Lean construction, continuous improvement, and best practices throughout project execution.

HVAC/R Technical Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for commercial and industrial HVAC/R installation activities.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of HVAC/R piping, equipment setting, controls coordination, pressure testing, evacuation, charging, startup, and commissioning.
• Ensure installation methods and sequencing comply with project requirements, manufacturer recommendations, applicable codes, and industry best practices.
• Support Foremen and field personnel in resolving technical and installation challenges.
• Ensure proper coordination of HVAC/R systems with controls, electrical, structural, and other building systems.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive commercial or industrial HVAC/R construction experience.
• Previous experience leading Foremen, Installers, Apprentices, or other field personnel required.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating commercial or industrial HVAC/R projects preferred.
• EPA Universal Certification required.
• Journeyman or Master Mechanical License, Construction Superintendent certification, or equivalent trade credentials preferred.
• Texas ACR Registration or other applicable state/local licensing preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of commercial and industrial HVAC/R construction methods and installation practices.
• Knowledge of HVAC/R piping, equipment installation, controls coordination, testing, evacuation, charging, startup, and commissioning.
• Strong understanding of construction scheduling, manpower planning, labor productivity, material coordination, and resource management.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements, EPA regulations, mechanical codes, and construction safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, BIM/coordination drawings, specifications, submittals, schedules, and job orders.
• Strong leadership and team-development skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Effective problem-solving, conflict-resolution, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and changing project conditions.
• Ability to identify project risks and implement timely corrective actions.
• Ability to work collaboratively with customers, General Contractors, Project Managers, Foremen, vendors, and field personnel.
• Ability to plan work and understand the overall impact of field activities on project schedule and performance.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Work is routinely performed on active construction and industrial jobsites with exposure to extreme heat and cold, noise, vibration, dust, fumes, oils, elevated work areas, uneven surfaces, floor openings, construction debris, and other jobsite hazards.
• Ability to safely navigate active construction environments and wear required personal protective equipment, including a portable respirator when required.
• Ability to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolds, lifts, and other elevated work areas.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds routinely, 50 pounds frequently, and 80 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, push, pull, twist, grasp, and perform repetitive physical activities as required.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while performing jobsite inspections and field activities.
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, or other non-standard schedules when project requirements dictate.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while managing multiple priorities and meeting critical project deadlines.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Leadership Level / Accountability

The Superintendent is the primary field leader for assigned HVAC/R projects and is accountable for day-to-day project execution, including safety, quality, manpower, productivity, schedule adherence, and field coordination.

The Superintendent is expected to independently manage daily field operations, anticipate project needs, identify and resolve issues, coordinate resources, and maintain alignment with Project Management and customer expectations. The Superintendent provides leadership to Foremen and field personnel while escalating significant technical, schedule, financial, or customer issues to the Senior Superintendent and Project Manager.

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