Field Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

If being a part of a world-class organization that operates in some of the most advanced technological environments around the world sounds like a dream job, Network Connex might be the right fit for you! You’ll be part of a team working together to solve customer problems every day, with compensation and benefits that are an investment in your career, financial future, and overall well-being.

In addition to competitive base pay, Network Connex offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your physical, mental, and financial health you can begin participating in our programs on the first of the month following your start date.

Join our Vanguard 401(k) plan, with immediate vesting and a generous company match to help you build long-term financial security. Our team also enjoys 10 paid company holidays, a generous PTO accrual schedule, and access to discounts on useful products and services.

The Project Superintendent provides advanced leadership and strategic oversight for large-scale and multi-site data center construction projects within the Data Center Services business unit.

This role ensures project success through exceptional field leadership, resource management, and proactive collaboration with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams. The Senior Superintendent serves as a mentor to other superintendents, sets performance standards, and ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and at the highest quality standards.

What You Will Do:

Safety Leadership

•    Champion and enforce Network Connex’s safety culture, ensuring all personnel follow company and client safety programs to maintain a 'Stay Accident Free Every Day' environment.
•    Lead safety audits, inspections, and reviews to proactively identify and mitigate hazards.
•    Participate in and oversee incident investigations, root cause analyses, and implementation of corrective actions.
Quality & Operations Management
•    Oversee and coordinate field operations across multiple sites or large-scale data center projects.
•    Develop, implement, and monitor Quality Control Programs ensuring compliance with project specifications and company standards.
•    Drive adherence to construction schedules, budgets, and deliverables through strategic planning and proactive issue resolution.
•    Manage subcontractor performance, procurement coordination, and material logistics.
•    Review and approve short-term (5-week) and long-term schedules to ensure milestones are achieved.

Team Leadership & Development
•    Lead, coach, and mentor Project and Assistant Superintendents to foster operational excellence and accountability.
•    Assist with workforce planning, staffing, and training to meet business growth and project demand.
•    Facilitate performance evaluations, career development plans, and succession planning within field operations.
•    Promote a culture of collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement among field teams.

Client & Stakeholder Coordination
•    Serve as the primary field liaison with clients, representing Network Connex in high-level meetings, reviews, and project briefings.
•    Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, general contractors, and vendors to ensure clear communication and client satisfaction.
•    Address escalated project issues and provide executive-level updates on field progress and challenges.

Reporting & Administration
•    Ensure all field reports, logs, and documentation are accurately completed and submitted on schedule.
•    Monitor cost reports, labor performance, and project forecasts to identify potential variances early.
•    Collaborate with project management to review RFIs, change orders, and schedule impacts.
•    Support commissioning, closeout, and handover activities ensuring a seamless client transition.

Needs for Success
•    Proven ability to lead multiple large-scale construction projects simultaneously.
•    Exceptional leadership, mentoring, and communication skills with a focus on building cohesive, high-performing teams.
•    Comprehensive understanding of OSHA regulations, safety protocols, and industry best practices.
•    Strong technical expertise in data center infrastructure, low voltage systems, and mission-critical environments.
•    Proficiency with construction management tools (e.g., Procore, Building Connected, MS Project).
•    Skills in scheduling, cost management, and resource allocation.
•    Knowledge of all data center related systems an asset (Electrical. Mechanical, BMS and EPMS).
•    Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate project needs and proactively address challenges.
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and digital project management platforms.

What You Bring to the Table
•    High School Diploma or GED required, bachelor's degree in construction management or related field preferred.
•    Minimum 10 years of experience in large-scale construction, with at least 5 years in a superintendent role.
•    Extensive experience managing mission-critical and hyperscale data center construction projects.
•    Demonstrated success leading multi-disciplinary teams across geographically diverse projects.
•    Preferred Certifications:
•      - OSHA 30-Hour Certification (required within six months of hire, if not already held).
•      - BICSI Technician (TECH).
•      - BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD).

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
•    Safety performance: maintain zero lost-time incidents and promote continuous safety improvement.
•    Schedule performance: achieve on-time completion of all project milestones and deliverables.
•    Quality standards: ensure project work meets or exceeds specifications with minimal rework.
•    Financial performance: maintain project budget adherence and accurate cost forecasting.
•    Client satisfaction: foster strong relationships and achieve repeat business through high-quality delivery.
•    Team development: mentor and grow field leadership bench strength through structured coaching and evaluation.
•    Operational efficiency: implement process improvements to optimize labor, material, and resource utilization.

Work Location and Travel:

This position is on-site daily at project locations. Regular overnight travel (approximately 75%) is expected; additional travel may be required based on project needs.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The standard work environment is primarily indoors, though outdoor work may be required. Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, stoop, kneel, reach, and communicate effectively. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. May be required to work at heights or in confined spaces. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

EEOC- Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Network Connex believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status. Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug screening.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.