ES Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Site Superintendent is responsible for overseeing day‐to‐day field operations for large‐scale physical security installation projects within data center environments. This role provides leadership, technical guidance, quality oversight, and coordination between subcontractors, general contractors, and internal project teams. The Site Supervisor ensures all access control, CCTV, intrusion, cabling, and infrastructure work is installed to specification, compliant with NEC/NFPA standards, and delivered on schedule. 

Core Responsibilities 

Field Leadership & Oversight 

Supervise and direct 5–15 installation technicians and subcontractors on active job sites. 

Serve as the primary on‐site contact, communicating project status, risks, and updates to the Project Manager and leadership team. 

Coordinate daily work activities with the General Contractor (GC), ensuring alignment with construction schedules and other trades. 

Enforce safety practices and compliance with OSHA and site‐specific requirements. 

Step in to support hands‐on installation tasks when needed to maintain schedule. 

Technical Responsibilities 

Oversee installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning of: 

Electronic access control systems 

CCTV/video surveillance systems 

Intrusion detection platforms 

Network‐based security devices and low‐voltage infrastructure 

Perform system testing, validation, and documentation for turnover. 

Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and CAD design packages for field execution. 

Ensure installations meet NEC, NFPA, and manufacturer standards. 

Support development and review of O&M documentation, bulletins, and as‐built updates. 

Quality & Schedule Management 

Conduct routine quality inspections with QC personnel to maintain installation standards. 

Track daily progress, document milestones, and escalate issues that impact schedule or scope. 

Coordinate material deliveries, staging, and inventory needs with the Project Manager. 

Ensure timely completion of project phases and commissioning deliverables. 

Documentation & Communication 

Maintain accurate field reports, redlines, daily logs, and issue trackers. 

Communicate construction impacts, conflicts, and design concerns to engineering and PM teams. 

Participate in commissioning planning and execute system verification procedures

Must Haves: 

5+ years of experience as a supervisor, superintendent or foreman leading crews of 5-10 people from a Low voltage, electronic security, or GC background

Experience coordinating with general contractors and other trades on site 

Experienced with project documentation and reporting 

Ability to read and interpret engineered drawings, risers, CAD layouts, and construction documents. 

Ability to understand and follow project schedule 

Plusses: 

Knowledge of Division 28

Data center physical security installation experience. 

Experience with major security platforms such as Lenel, DMP, S2, Avigilon, Genetec, Bosch, Brivo, or similar. 

Familiarity with commissioning methodologies for enterprise security systems. 

Experience updating O&M manuals, creating redlines, and working with engineering teams on design revisions. 

CAD or Bluebeam experience for markup and planning.