Project Superintendent

MCA, your trusted advisor for wireless communications, data, and security, is seeking an experienced Project Superintendent in the Knoxville, TN area to support our fast-growing Security division.

MCA seeks team members who share our values: service, growth, teamwork, and safety. As a Military Friendly Employer, we welcome veterans, with over 250 already on board. Join us and become part of the MCA family, where we prioritize both work and enjoyment. We offer competitive compensation and benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Holiday Pay, Education Incentives, and more.

As a Project Superintendent, you will oversee the on-site installation and integration of Access Control, Video Surveillance (CCTV), and Intrusion systems for manufacturing customers. This role ensures MCA delivers projects on scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining high quality and safety standards. You will directly manage MCA personnel and/or subcontractors, serve as the on-site liaison for the customer and general contractor, and provide leadership to keep technical execution and documentation aligned with project goals.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Overseeing on-site installation of Access Control, Video Surveillance (CCTV), and Intrusion systems/devices.
• Managing on-site quality and ensuring project standards are consistently met.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for technical configuration and code compliance.
• Assisting in building and maintaining detailed project schedules.
• Supervising and coordinating MCA personnel and subcontractors, ensuring teams stay aligned with scope, schedule, and budget.
• Identifying and escalating project issues promptly to minimize delays.
• Securing and tracking change orders as needed.
• Assisting with technical installation, programming, and troubleshooting of security systems.
• Providing clear and timely status updates to the Project Manager.
• Acting as the on-site point of contact with General Contractors, customer representatives, and other vendors/stakeholders.
• Managing on-site inventory and ensuring equipment availability.
• Acting as a liaison between the Project Manager and technical team.
• Reviewing and marking up engineering documents for clarity and accuracy.
• Managing the equipment matrix and overseeing commissioning documentation.
• Managing equipment matrix and commissioning documents.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TEAM:

• 5+ years of project supervision experience, ideally in the security or technology integration sector.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 70 National Electrical Code, NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code.
• Prior experience with Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ’s) and local code compliance. 
• Hands-on experience with Access Control, CCTV, and Intrusion Systems; experience with Milestone (VMS), Lenel (Access Control), DMP (Intrusion), and Hanwha (CCTV) strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and coordinate cross-functional on-site teams and subcontractors.
• Proven ability to organize, prioritize, and deliver multiple projects or project phases on time and within budget.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships with customers, contractors, and internal MCA teams.
• Preferred Certification:
  • OSHA 30 or equivalent safety certification.
  • PSP (Physical Security Professional)
  • Manufacturer certifications in Milestone, Lenel, DMP, or Hanwha/Wisenet highly desirable.

YOUR ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Work is primarily performed outdoors on an actuve construction site (s), often in varying weather conditions and around heavy equipment. 
• Proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required at all times, to include; hard hat, high visibility vest / clothing, and safety shoes or boots.
• Must be able to: stand, walk, sit for extended periods across uneven surfaces. Use hands and fingers to handle tools, documents, or equipment; and reach with arms above, at, or below shoulder height.Climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding as needed for site inspections.Lift and carry materials and equipment (up to 15 lbs frequently, occasionally more) and position self as required to inspect or adjust equipment. Use near and mid-range vision for reviewing drawings, computer work, and site plans. Bend, kneel, or crouch to access project materials, cabling, or installed systems. 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travel as necessary to support company and customer needs. 

DIRECT REPORTS:

No Direct Reports

WHO WE ARE

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) provides wireless communication, data, and security solutions that enhance workplace safety, security, and efficiency nationwide. Customers trust us to provide a portfolio of turn-key systems, products, and services — including two-way radio communications, vehicle uplift, security video and access control systems, BDA/DAS, remote monitoring, GPS tracking, SCADA, dispatch, mass notification, and point-to-point wireless networks. Our more than 60,000 customers span industries such as public safety, commercial, manufacturing, education, healthcare, utilities, and government. In addition to being the largest Motorola partner in the U.S., MCA has strategic partnerships with over 1,000 major manufacturers to offer an extensive portfolio of products and technologies.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

We are better together through the MCA Way: living our core values of Service First, Growth, Teamwork, and Safety. We take our work and customers seriously and believe our best work can be fun. A component of our business that embodies the MCA advantage is our “Service First DNA” culture. Service isn’t just a motto for MCA, it’s an integral part of who we are and goes beyond our customers to our employees, partners, shareholders, and communities.

NOTE: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Mobile Communications America, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity workplace and is an Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity. At MCA, we are “better together.”

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