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Construction Superintendent - Plumbing & Fire Protection

Construction Superintendent - Plumbing & Fire Protection

RambollRochester, NY, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Construction Superintendent - Plumbing & Fire Protection

Position : Plumbing & Fire Protection Superintendent Data Centers

Location : Base Office : Upstate, NY (Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse) U.S. Project Sites (Travel Required; Regionally Based Candidates Preferred)

Reports To : Mechanical Construction Manager / Senior Superintendent

Ramboll has nearly 2,000 experts working across 50 offices in the Americas applying their passion to deliver innovative solutions within Environment & Health, Water, Energy and Planning & Urban Design. Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people company. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative and empowering culture.

Job Description

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 :

  • 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 today's most critical digital infrastructure. You'll help lead a high-performing construction team delivering reliable, code-compliant systems for top-tier clients across the U.S.

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