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Mechanical Superintendent, Mechanical Construction | Heavy Industrial & Infrastructure Contractor | Brandon, MB MyGreat Recruitment


Job Location:

Brandon - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 17 October 2026 (7 days ago)
Application Deadline: 14 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 opportunity 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.