Construction Superintendent - Plumbing & Fire Protection

We are seeking an experienced Plumbing & Fire Protection Superintendent to lead and manage the installation of plumbing piping and fire protection systems on large-scale data center construction projects. This role ensures that all work is completed safely on schedule and to the highest standards of quality and code compliance. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of plumbing and life safety systems in commercial or mission-critical environments and is skilled in field coordination and subcontractor oversight.

Key Responsibilities:

Field Supervision & Execution

• Direct the daily activities of subcontractors responsible for installing plumbing sanitary domestic water storm drainage and fire protection systems.
• Ensure compliance with design specifications project documents applicable codes (IPC NFPA local AHJ) and safety standards.
• Manage equipment placement pipe routing valve installation fixture mounting and fire suppression systems (wet dry pre-action).
• Verify that materials and equipment are installed per approved submittals and shop drawings.

Schedule Management & Coordination

• Develop and manage 3-week lookahead schedules for plumbing and fire protection scopes.
• Coordinate with mechanical electrical and civil trades to ensure proper sequencing avoid clashes and support startup/commissioning.
• Identify schedule risks and work with project leadership to maintain milestone progress.

Quality Control & Compliance

• Conduct field inspections and QA/QC checks to verify correct installation system integrity labeling and proper support.
• Ensure systems pass required inspections and pressure tests prior to concealment or turnover.
• Support documentation for commissioning testing and system signoff (e.g. hydrostatic testing fire alarm tie-ins).

Safety Leadership

• Promote a strong jobsite safety culture in coordination with EHS staff.
• Enforce safety protocols related to hot work confined space entry fall protection and system flushing/testing.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks and ensure subcontractor compliance with all project safety procedures.

Documentation & Communication

• Maintain daily reports on crew activities progress inspections and safety issues.
• Collaborate with the field engineering and document control teams to manage RFIs field changes and as-built drawings.
• Participate in coordination and OAC meetings communicating clearly with project managers and trade partners.

Qualifications :

Required Qualifications:

• 7 years of field experience in plumbing and/or fire protection construction with 3 years in a supervisory or superintendent role.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing systems (domestic water sanitary waste storm drain) and fire suppression systems (sprinkler standpipe fire pumps).
• Experience on large commercial or mission-critical projects such as data centers hospitals labs or large industrial.
• Ability to read and interpret plumbing/fire drawings specifications shop drawings and isometric diagrams.
• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards including IPC UPC NFPA 13 14 20 and local building regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Journeyman or Master Plumber license (state-specific).
• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent site safety training.
• Proficiency with field management platforms (e.g. Bluebeam BIM 360).
• Knowledge of BIM coordination and clash detection principles.

Personal Attributes:

• Field-driven hands-on leader with a sharp eye for detail and code compliance.
• Excellent communicator capable of building strong relationships with trade partners and project staff.
• Organized safety-conscious and capable of managing fast-paced construction environments.
• Problem solver who can adapt quickly to changing field conditions.

Why Join Us

As a Plumbing & Fire Protection Superintendent with Ramboll you will play a key role in building state-of-the-art data centers that support todays most critical digital infrastructure. Youll help lead a high-performing construction team delivering reliable code-compliant systems for top-tier clients across the U.S.

Additional Information :

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture engineering and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So thats where we start and how we work. At Ramboll our core strength is our people and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh diverse and innovative perspectives. We respect embrace and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realize their full potential.

Ready to join us

Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV cover letter etc.

We recognize that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Rambolls supportive learning culture can help you grow. So if this role resonates with you but you dont meet all the requirements we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

Where People Flourish

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do.  Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where when and how much you work. At Ramboll we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age disability or medical condition gender identity marriage and domestic partnership pregnancy and maternity race ancestry or national origin religion or belief sex and sexual orientation military service and veteran status or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at  with such requests.

Salary Transparency

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across severalU.S. geographic markets and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this positionis $82000 - $101000 annually and does not include bonuses overtime or other forms of compensation or benefits. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on job-related knowledge skillsand experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.