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MEP Superintendent - Data Center

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Job Title: MEP Superintendent - Data Center

Locations: Canton, MS - Traveling

Summary:
Yates is seeking a highly experienced MEP Superintendent to oversee the full lifecycle of mission-critical data center projects in the Southeast U.S. This role is responsible for managing all field MEP activities from preconstruction through project closeout, ensuring safe, high-quality, and efficient execution of complex systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Preconstruction Phase:
    • Collaborate with Preconstruction, Estimating, and Design teams to review MEP design documents for constructability and value engineering.
    • Participate in MEP trade partner selection, scope reviews, bid leveling, and early logistics planning.
    • Support the development of baseline schedules and phasing plans.
  • Construction Phase:
    • Direct and coordinate all on-site MEP activities, ensuring alignment with project milestones and budget.
    • Conduct daily field walks and lead coordination meetings with subcontractors and internal teams.
    • Monitor and enforce safety protocols, site logistics, and installation quality in accordance with contract documents.
    • Proactively identify and resolve field conflicts and schedule impacts across trades.
    • Collaborate with BIM/VDC and commissioning teams to validate installation sequencing and system performance.
  • Closeout & Commissioning Phase:
    • Oversee MEP system start-up, testing, and commissioning in collaboration with owners, consultants, and trade partners.
    • Ensure accurate documentation and turnover of as-builts, O&M manuals, and training materials.
    • Support punch list resolution and final occupancy requirements.

Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of experience managing field MEP work on large-scale commercial projects, including at least 3 years on mission-critical or data center projects.
  • Proven ability to manage full project lifecycle from preconstruction through commissioning and closeout.
  • Familiarity with Southeast U.S. construction markets, labor forces, and local codes.
  • Expertise in major building systems, including high-voltage electrical, chilled water, fuel oil, BMS, fire alarm, and air-handling systems.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and coordination skills with a proactive approach to issue resolution.
  • Proficiency in construction platforms such as Procore, BIM 360, Bluebeam, P6, and Microsoft Office.
  • OSHA 30 certification required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field ; equivalent experience will be considered.

Yates Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to , , , , , , , or genetics. In addition to federal and state law requirements.

Yates complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities.