Field Superintendent - Electrical

Job Description

The Field Superintendent - Electrical is responsible for directly supervising and coordinating on-site construction activities for mission-critical data center projects. This role serves as the owner's on-site representative and works closely with the Project Director, Project Manager, general contractor, subcontractors, third-party vendors, and regulatory authorities to ensure the project is delivered safely, on schedule, and to quality standards.

This position requires a strong blend of technical electrical expertise, leadership, communication, and construction management experience.

Project Types

Projects may include, but are not limited to:

Ground-up construction of data center facilities

Redevelopment or upgrade of existing buildings into state-of-the-art data centers

Expansion of data centers and supporting critical infrastructure within active facilities

Large customer fit-outs and retrofit projects to support tenant occupancy and deployment needs

Scope & Discipline

Depending on qualifications, this role may support Electrical or Mechanical scope. Senior-level Superintendent roles may be available for candidates with extensive mission-critical or electrical infrastructure experience. Core responsibilities apply across disciplines, with emphasis based on assigned scope.

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S)

Partner with on-site EH&S teams to establish and maintain site safety, health, and security controls

Ensure compliance with corporate safety objectives and regulatory requirements

Promote a strong, proactive safety culture across all site activities

Procurement & Owner-Furnished Equipment

Ensure the general contractor is properly managing site logistics related to owner-furnished equipment (OFCI)

Maintain detailed awareness of OFCI schedules, deliveries, and documentation

Confirm approved submittals are in place prior to delivery of owner-furnished equipment

Inspect, receive, and verify equipment and materials upon arrival at the job site

Construction Management & Administration

Maintain an on-site presence Monday-Friday (typical hours 7:00 AM-5:00 PM), with flexibility for evenings, weekends, or emergency response as required by project schedule

Monitor daily construction activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and schedule milestones

Participate in contractor-led meetings including OAC, subcontractor coordination, pull planning, BIM/VDC, design coordination, and RFI/Submittal reviews

Provide on-site technical SME support, including visual inspections and quality reviews for OFCI and contractor-furnished equipment

Coordinate with key stakeholders including contractors, utilities, inspection agencies, and neighboring properties

Address and help resolve on-site conflicts or disputes, escalating to Project Management when necessary

Understand and actively track project schedule milestones, identifying risks and impacts early

Communicate schedule impacts, delays, and mitigation strategies clearly and promptly

Prepare concise weekly and monthly reporting on progress, risks, variances, and corrective actions

Quality Control & Assurance

Manage on-site job photography and documentation

Review and support implementation of the general contractor's Quality Control Plan

Oversee on-site QA/QC inspections and drive timely closure of punch-list items

Support efficient turnover of completed systems and spaces to Operations

Develop and monitor quality metrics to identify trends and implement corrective actions

Ensure adherence to site cleanliness plans and data center construction best practices (e.g., dust control in critical spaces)

Coordinate specialty testing and third-party inspection contractors

Site Security

Ensure the general contractor maintains job site security in accordance with the approved, site-specific security plan

Cost Control & Change Management

Assist with pay application review and monitoring to support budget adherence

Review change orders and invoices in coordination with the Project Manager

Commissioning Support

Support startup, commissioning, and training activities in coordination with engineering teams and the Commissioning Authority

Closeout & Turnover

Coordinate with the Project Manager and engineering teams to collect and review turnover documentation

Ensure turnover packages are complete, accurate, and suitable for transition to Operations

Additional Responsibilities

Demonstrate proactive leadership and accountability on site

Support special projects and non-standard initiatives as assigned

Facilitate coordination across engineering, procurement, finance, and operations teams

Assist with department process improvement initiatives

Serve as site logistics lead for temporary facilities, office trailers, signage, equipment, and vehicles as required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong communication, listening, and interpersonal skills

Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical and operational issues

Proven leadership presence with the ability to positively influence teams

Strong understanding of building systems and mission-critical construction processes

Knowledge of cost estimating, budgeting, and schedule management principles

Demonstrated commitment to maintaining a safe work environment

Strong work ethic, adaptability, and "can-do" mindset

Self-starter capable of working independently in fast-paced construction environments

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Skills and Requirements

5+ years of experience in commercial, industrial, or mission-critical construction

Electrical construction experience strongly preferred

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction/project management software

OSHA 30 certification (or willingness to obtain)

Working knowledge of CPM scheduling logic