General Superintendent
Company: Javelin Operations
Location: Tulsa, OK (Travel Required)
Industry: Mission-Critical Mechanical Services / Industrial Mechanical Systems
Position Summary
The General Superintendent at Javelin Operations is responsible for the end-to-end leadership and execution of field operations across mechanical and process system projects, including mechanical flushing, chemical treatment, passivation, and hydronic piping systems.
This role provides full lifecycle project leadership, from pre-mobilization planning through field execution and project closeout. The General Superintendent ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with client specifications, schedules, and quality standards.
The role requires strong leadership in high-performance environments such as data centers, industrial facilities, and mission-critical infrastructure, coordinating field crews, equipment, vendors, and client stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Pre-Mobilization
- Lead project planning activities including scope review, work sequencing, manpower forecasting, and logistics planning.
- Develop field execution plans, schedules, and manpower loading plans in coordination with company leadership.
- Review project drawings, specifications, flushing plans, P&IDs, and system documentation.
- Coordinate equipment, tooling, and consumables required for project execution.
- Participate in constructability reviews and kickoff meetings with internal leadership and client stakeholders.
Mobilization Coordination
- Plan and execute site mobilization, including equipment delivery, setup of temporary systems, and site logistics.
- Coordinate with project managers, clients, and general contractors to ensure site readiness and access requirements are met.
- Establish field office and staging operations.
- Ensure all safety documentation, permits, and JSA processes are implemented before work begins.
Field Operations Leadership
- Provide direct supervision and leadership of field crews, subcontractors, and technical specialists.
- Direct day-to-day execution of work including:
- Mechanical flushing operations
- Chemical cleaning and passivation
- Temporary piping system setup
- Pump and filtration system operations
- Nitrogen purging and layup
- System commissioning support
- Ensure field work is performed in compliance with Javelin Operations safety standards and client safety requirements.
- Monitor productivity, quality, and schedule performance.
- Maintain daily coordination with client representatives, general contractors, and other trades.
Client & Trade Coordination
- Serve as the primary field liaison between Javelin Operations and project stakeholders.
- Coordinate activities with:
- General contractors
- Mechanical contractors
- Commissioning teams
- Chemical treatment vendors
- Equipment suppliers
- Lead daily coordination meetings and progress updates.
- Resolve field issues quickly while maintaining project schedule and quality standards.
Quality Control & Technical Oversight
- Ensure systems are executed according to project specifications and industry standards.
- Oversee testing, flushing verification, passivation processes, and water chemistry targets.
- Verify completion of system cleanliness standards and documentation requirements.
- Maintain field records including:
- Daily reports
- Test documentation
- Quality verification records
- Turnover packages
Project Turnover & Demobilization
- Lead system turnover activities including documentation, test results, and client signoff.
- Coordinate removal of temporary equipment and site demobilization.
- Ensure proper equipment recovery, inventory reconciliation, and transport logistics.
- Participate in project closeout reviews and lessons learned.
Leadership Responsibilities
- Supervise and mentor field superintendents, foremen, and technicians.
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
- Support recruitment and development of high-performing field teams.
- Represent the Javelin Operations brand professionally with clients and partners.
Required Qualifications
- 8+ years experience in industrial mechanical or mission-critical construction
- Proven leadership experience as superintendent, general superintendent, or senior field leader
- Experience with mechanical piping systems, water treatment, or industrial process systems
- Strong understanding of construction scheduling, sequencing, and site logistics
- Ability to manage multiple field crews and large-scale projects
- Willingness to travel extensively to project sites
Preferred Experience
- Data center construction or commissioning environments
- Mechanical flushing and passivation operations
- Water treatment systems
- Stainless steel piping systems
- Temporary pump and filtration systems
- Industrial chemical cleaning
Key Competencies
- Field leadership
- Operational execution
- Safety management
- Client communication
- Problem solving under pressure
- Mechanical systems expertise
- Logistics and coordination
Work Environment
This position requires significant travel to project sites across the United States and work in active construction and industrial environments.
About Javelin Operations
Javelin Operations is a specialized mechanical services company focused on mission-critical infrastructure, including mechanical flushing, chemical treatment, passivation, and process system support for data centers and industrial facilities. Our team executes high-precision work that ensures critical systems operate at peak performance.
