Superintendent (Data Centers)

Superintendent - Civil

Location: Indianapolis

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Industry: Construction - Data Centres

A leading international engineering and construction contractor is seeking an experienced Site Superintendent to oversee the delivery of complex construction projects.

Operating across North America, the company delivers design-and-build projects within the data centre projects.

Key Responsibilities

Site Leadership and Coordination

• Direct all daily site operations, including subcontractors, labour, equipment, material deliveries and workforce scheduling.
• Lead daily coordination meetings and communicate clear priorities to trades and site personnel.
• Implement the construction programme and proactively identify potential delays.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with drawings, specifications and contract requirements.
• Coordinate site activities with the Project Manager and wider delivery team.

Health and Safety

• Promote a strong safety culture across the project.
• Enforce company, client and regulatory health and safety requirements.
• Conduct daily safety walks, toolbox talks and site inspections.
• Ensure incidents, near misses and safety concerns are properly recorded, investigated and resolved.

Quality Assurance

• Monitor workmanship and materials against project quality standards.
• Coordinate inspections and testing with clients, consultants and relevant authorities.
• Maintain accurate as-built information and support quality-control reporting.
• Manage snagging and punch-list activities through to completion.

Programme and Productivity

• Prepare and maintain short-term look-ahead schedules.
• Monitor progress against key project milestones.
• Track productivity, manpower and equipment usage.
• Identify site challenges early and coordinate practical solutions.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to resolve programme conflicts and maintain progress.

Subcontractor and Client Management

• Manage subcontractor performance against agreed scope, programme, safety and quality requirements.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients, consultants and inspectors.
• Attend project meetings and provide accurate updates on site progress.
• Hold subcontractors accountable for delivery commitments.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain daily site reports, attendance records and delivery logs.
• Produce accurate reports covering manpower, equipment and construction progress.
• Support the preparation of change orders, field instructions and progress documentation.
• Ensure site records remain complete, accurate and up to date.

Candidate Requirements

• At least 5 years of progressive site-based experience within commercial, industrial or institutional construction.
• A proven record of supervising complex construction projects from mobilisation through to completion.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, scheduling and safety regulations.
• Previous experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary site teams.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and contracts.
• Strong leadership, organisation, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable making decisions and resolving challenges in a fast-paced site environment.
• Experience using construction management platforms such as Procore, CMiC, Viewpoint or Bluebeam.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• A valid driving licence and willingness to travel or relocate to project sites.
• OSHA 30, COR, CSO or an equivalent construction safety qualification would be advantageous.

Core Competencies

• Site leadership and team management
• Construction planning and coordination
• Health, safety and quality control
• Subcontractor management
• Client communication
• Commercial awareness
• Decision-making under pressure
• Accountability and attention to detail

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary based on experience
• Annual performance bonus
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Professional development and continuing education support