Assistant Superintendent - Data Center Construction (2nd Shift)
About The Position
Align seeks an Assistant Superintendent to coordinate second-shift construction activities for a data center white space fit-out in the Detroit metropolitan area. The Assistant Superintendent serves as the onsite field representative, working closely with the Project Manager, daytime field team, contractors, vendors, and client representatives to oversee work, monitor installation progress and quality, and keep activities safe and on schedule. The role supports white space fit-out work, including cabinets, containment, cable pathways, structured cabling, and related electrical and mechanical installations. The position is onsite during the second shift, approximately 4 p.m. to midnight, and is a full-time salaried position. Align describes the compensation as competitive and offers comprehensive benefits, paid time off, paid training, and performance-based bonuses. Candidates may have experience as an Assistant Superintendent, Foreman, Field Engineer, or another construction professional ready to take the next step. Data center construction experience is strongly preferred; relevant electrical, mechanical, low-voltage, industrial, or other critical-facility experience may also be considered. Some interviews may be recorded for internal training, quality assurance, and process improvement; candidates will be informed in advance and asked for consent.
Requirements
- Previous experience in construction field supervision or coordination, with responsibility for directing crews or coordinating subcontractors.
- Ability to read construction drawings and understand installation requirements and work sequencing.
- Working knowledge of construction safety practices and ability to recognize and address jobsite hazards.
- Strong communication and organizational skills, consistent follow-through on field issues, and commitment.
- Ability to make sound decisions within assigned responsibilities and recognize when to involve the Project Manager or senior field leadership.
- Comfort using Microsoft Office and maintaining daily construction documentation.
- Ability to work onsite consistently during the required second-shift hours, approximately 4 p.m. to midnight.
Nice To Haves
- Previous data center construction experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience in electrical, mechanical, low-voltage, industrial, or other critical-facility construction will be considered.
- Experience with Bluebeam, Procore, or similar tools is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Serve as Align’s onsite field representative during the second shift, coordinating work with contractors, vendors, and client representatives.
- Review daily priorities and planned activities with the Project Manager and daytime team to ensure a clear handoff between shifts.
- Coordinate contractor activities and work sequencing, confirming crews have the access, materials, and information needed to complete assigned work.
- Walk the jobsite to monitor installation progress and quality against project drawings, specifications, and client requirements.
- Support white space fit-out activities, including cabinets, containment, cable pathways, structured cabling, and associated electrical and mechanical installations.
- Reinforce site safety requirements, address unsafe conditions, and escalate concerns through the appropriate site procedures.
- Identify scheduling conflicts, material shortages, installation issues, and other obstacles, and work with the project team to resolve them.
- Maintain daily reports, progress photos, and field issue logs; communicate potential scope changes and work requiring clarification to the Project Manager.
- Coordinate punch-list work and support inspections, testing, and turnover activities as assigned.
- Provide the daytime team with a clear update on completed work, outstanding issues, and next steps.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
- 401(k) plan with a dollar-for-dollar company match at 3%, up to an annual maximum of $5,000.
- Complimentary ClassPass membership.
- Generous paid time off (PTO).
- Company-paid holidays.
- Cellphone reimbursement program.
- Floating holiday.
- Pre-tax commuter benefits, where applicable.
- Employee wellness programs, events, and team-building activities.
- Employee referral program.
- Paid training.
- Performance-based bonuses.
- Competitive compensation.
- Full-time salaried position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
