Mechanical Superintendent (Piping)

FIFO | Yukon | Major Water Infrastructure Project

About the Opportunity

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established, 51% Indigenous-owned Canadian construction company with more than 30 years of experience delivering complex industrial and infrastructure projects across Northern Canada.

Our client has built a reputation for successfully executing challenging work in remote environments, specializing in heavy civil construction, industrial mechanical, concrete, earthworks, remediation, and water infrastructure. Their projects support Canada's mining, energy, and public infrastructure sectors, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and long-term client relationships.

They are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Superintendent (Piping) to join a major water infrastructure project in the Yukon. This is a leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys being in the field, mentoring crews, and driving project execution on technically challenging industrial work.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Project Manager, the Mechanical Superintendent will oversee all mechanical piping activities on site, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. You'll be responsible for leading field crews and subcontractors while coordinating daily construction activities, maintaining project schedules, and ensuring successful execution throughout the project lifecycle. This is a long-term FIFO opportunity with a strong pipeline of future industrial and infrastructure work.

Responsibilities

• Lead all mechanical piping construction activities on site.
• Supervise and coordinate field crews, subcontractors, and mechanical trades.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to execute project schedules and achieve key milestones.
• Plan daily and weekly work activities while allocating manpower and equipment effectively.
• Ensure all work complies with project specifications, quality requirements, and safety standards.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, and electrical teams to maintain efficient project execution.
• Identify and resolve field issues while maintaining productivity and minimizing delays.
• Support project planning, scheduling, procurement, and material coordination.
• Promote a positive safety culture through regular toolbox talks, inspections, and field leadership.
• Mentor foremen, lead hands, and craft personnel while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

We're looking for someone who brings:

• Previous experience as a Mechanical Superintendent, General Foreman, Construction Supervisor, or Senior Foreman.
• Extensive experience managing industrial mechanical piping installations.
• Strong background on mining, industrial, energy, water treatment, or heavy civil projects.
• Experience working in remote or camp-based construction environments.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary crews while maintaining safety, quality, and schedule.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with a hands-on management style.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, construction sequencing, and field execution.

Why Join This Team?

• Join a respected Northern contractor with more than 30 years of successful project delivery.
• Work on a major water infrastructure project supporting critical industrial operations.
• Long-term pipeline of industrial and mining projects across Northern Canada.
• FIFO rotation with travel and camp accommodations provided.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Collaborative leadership team with a strong field-first culture.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on complex, high-profile infrastructure projects.

About the Company

Our client is one of Canada's leading Northern contractors, recognized for delivering complex industrial, heavy civil, remediation, and infrastructure projects in some of the country's most challenging environments. As a majority Indigenous-owned organization, they are committed to building strong partnerships with Indigenous communities while creating long-term employment opportunities and delivering projects safely, responsibly, and to the highest standard.

If you're a hands-on Mechanical Superintendent who enjoys leading teams, solving challenges in the field, and delivering major industrial projects, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you.