Mep Superintendent

MEP Superintendent (Facility Solutions Manager)

Location: Irvine, CA (with travel across Southern California)

About the Role

Join a team delivering some of Southern California's most complex and sustainable projects. As an MEP Superintendent (FSM), you'll lead the commissioning and integration of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection (MEPF) systems across multiple large-scale commercial projects. This is a leadership role where technical depth, financial awareness, and scheduling expertise come together to ensure operational readiness.

What You'll Do

• Lead Commissioning: Drive Level 4/5 testing and ensure systems meet operational standards.

• Manage Trade Partners: Oversee MEPF subcontractors from planning through final testing.

• Ensure Quality & Safety: Enforce rigorous standards across all MEP systems.

• Schedule & Coordinate: Use Primavera P6 regularly to maintain and interpret project schedules.

• Document & Deliver: Track inspections, resolve issues, and manage workflows through commissioning software.

• Financial Awareness: Read budgets, work within them, and communicate dollar values effectively.

• Mentor & Lead: Guide field engineers and champion Operational Project Readiness (OPR).

What We're Looking For

• Experience: 10+ years in commercial construction with broad MEPF or commissioning focus.

• Multi-Discipline Expertise: Experience across multiple MEPF systems (HVAC, fire protection, building controls, etc.)-two or more disciplines preferred.

• Education: Degree in Facilities Management, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related field preferred (not required).

• Technical Depth: Expertise in critical environments (hospitals, airports, data centers).

• Software Skills: MS Office, Adobe Cloud, Prolog, Primavera P6, AutoDesk Suite.

• Leadership: Strong communication, problem-solving, and team-building abilities.

• Certifications: OSHA 10/30 and credentials like CxA, BCxP, LEED AP, or PE are nice-to-have but not mandatory.

Compensation & Perks

• Salary: $120,000 - $160,000/year DOE

• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, life, disability, 401(k), EAP, PTO, and cost-of-living adjustment.

• Extras: $1,350 monthly auto allowance (no mileage reimbursement).

• Relocation: Reimbursement available after joining for non-local candidates (no set package).

Role Logistics

• Travel: Primarily within Southern California; overnight stays as needed. Candidates manage their own schedules.

• Work Split: Approx. 50/50 field-to-office ratio, varying by project phase.

• Projects: Support 15-25 projects of varying size across hospitals, airports, and education facilities.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you thrive in dynamic environments and want to lead mission-critical projects, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of Southern California's most innovative facilities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Irvine, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $160000.00/yr.

Hensel Phelps provides a competitive benefits package that includes comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance, alongside a 15% annual retirement contribution for qualified employees. Other benefits include paid time off, relocation assistance, employee stock options for certain titles, and opportunities for career development through in-house training and performance reviews. InsuranceHealth insurance: Includes health savings accounts with company contributions and other company-paid premiums, according to Glassdoor and this Indeed review.Life and disability insurance: Provides life insurance and long-term disability insurance.Accidental death and dismemberment insurance: Included in the benefits package. Financial and retirementRetirement plan: Offers a 15% annual contribution to a qualified retirement plan for eligible employees, which is not a match but a direct contribution.Employee stock options: After a certain tenure and title, employees receive stock in the employee-owned company, which shares in yearly earnings.Profit sharing: Employees may participate in profit-sharing, though details vary. Time off and work-life balancePaid time off: Includes paid holidays and vacation time.Work-life separation: Some employee reviews mention the company emphasizes work-life separation, although long hours can be common depending on the project.Bereavement leave: Is provided. Career development and other perksCareer advancement: Encourages internal promotion through annual reviews, goal-setting meetings, and in-house training programs.Relocation assistance: Expenses may be covered for certain moves.Employee assistance program: An EAP is available.Other perks: Include company social events, company car, and mobile phone discounts.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 18, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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