MEP - Assistant Superintendent

About Us
Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance-driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. With operations throughout the United States, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Annual bonus program
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k)-retirement plan
• Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles

About The Role
We are looking for an MEP Assistant Superintendent to join our MEP Building Technology team on our project in Mount Prospect, IL. This is a full-time, in-person position.
Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all MEP systems installation, ensuring compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
• Provide leadership and oversight to MEP trade partners and equipment vendors throughout all phases of construction.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules, monitoring QA/QC programs, and supporting the Energy Control and Safety Program.
• Manage punch lists, troubleshoot field engineering issues, and ensure timely resolution of challenges using available resources.
• Support start-up and commissioning activities, ensuring systems are fully operational and meet performance requirements.
• Collaborate with project teams from pre-construction through commissioning and close-out to ensure seamless delivery.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, design partners, and trade partners to foster collaboration and project success.

Qualifications
Required:

• 5+ years of commercial construction experience with large, sophisticated MEP systems.
• Proven ability to manage workforce requirements, monitor project progress, and resolve technical challenges.
• Experience managing construction of complex MEP infrastructure projects such as data centers, airports, or other special-use facilities.
• Strong communication and leadership skills for managing client and trade partner relationships.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field.
• Familiarity with scheduling tools, QA/QC processes, and commissioning protocols.
• Knowledge of safety programs and energy control procedures.

Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).
Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.