Senior MEP Superintendent | Data Center

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.

Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).

Our Benefits

Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive compensation and benefit package:

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

And more!

Summary

Balfour Beatty is seeking a Senior MEP Superintendent to join our Carolinas Division in Maiden, NC. The ideal candidate will be an experienced construction leader with a proven track record of managing complex MEP renovations in occupied, mission-critical environments where uninterrupted operations, safety, and precise execution are essential.

This role requires exceptional expertise in mechanical systems coordination, critical shutdown planning, and phased construction within active facilities. The successful candidate will lead field operations while partnering with project teams, owners, design professionals, and trade partners to safely deliver high-quality projects with minimal operational disruption. Data center or mission critical experience required.

Essential Functions

Lead all field operations from project start through closeout while championing Balfour Beatty's Zero Harm® safety culture.

Oversee complex MEP system replacements in occupied facilities.

Develop and execute Methods of Procedure (MOPs) for critical shutdowns, tie-ins, and system transitions.

Coordinate closely with owners, design teams, subcontractors, and end users to sequence work and minimize operational impacts.

Manage project schedules, site logistics, subcontractor performance, quality control, commissioning activities, and project turnover.

Lead pull planning sessions and coordinate critical path activities to maintain schedule performance.

Supervise field personnel and subcontractors while fostering accountability, collaboration, and a safety-first culture.

Identify and proactively resolve field issues to minimize project risk and ensure successful delivery.

Minimum Requirements

10+ years of construction experience, including experience as a Superintendent leading complex commercial projects.

Demonstrated experience managing major MEP renovations or replacements in occupied facilities.

Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including HVAC infrastructure, controls, and critical utility systems.

Experience developing and implementing MOPs for planned shutdowns and critical system replacements.

Proven ability to coordinate multiple MEP contractors, design professionals, owners, and facility stakeholders.

Strong understanding of project scheduling, quality control, safety management, and commissioning processes.

Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience

Experience surveying and tracing existing MEP systems to support replacement planning.

Background delivering projects in mission-critical environments, including healthcare facilities, data centers, correctional facilities, pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratories, or other continuously operating buildings.

Experience planning phased construction activities to minimize disruption to ongoing operations.

Familiarity with central plants, building automation systems (BAS), and large-scale HVAC infrastructure.

Proven success managing technically complex renovations requiring detailed coordination among owners, design teams, trade partners, and end users.

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.