Site Superintendent

The Archetype Strategy•Abilene, TX

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Site Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all on-site construction activities for data center projects, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contract documents and quality standards. This role is critical to coordinating trades, managing site logistics, and maintaining strict safety and operational standards in a mission-critical environment.

Requirements

7+ years of experience as a Superintendent or Senior Superintendent, on data center, mission-critical, or large-scale commercial projects
Strong understanding of MEP systems and their integration in data center environments
Proven ability to manage multiple subcontractors and fast-paced schedules
Thorough knowledge of construction safety standards and best practices
Ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, and specifications
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Previous experience on Tier III or Tier IV data center projects
Familiarity with commissioning processes and Uptime Institute standards
OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain)
Proficiency with construction management software (Procore, Primavera, MS Project, etc.)

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all day-to-day field operations on the data center construction site
Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and commissioning agents
Maintain site logistics plans, sequencing, and workflow efficiency
Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for construction activities
Develop, manage, and enforce detailed project schedules (including look-ahead schedules)
Ensure milestones are met, especially for critical path activities (MEP, commissioning, turnover)
Proactively identify and resolve conflicts, delays, or constructability issues
Ensure work is performed in accordance with drawings, specifications, codes, and data center standards
Conduct daily site inspections and enforce quality expectations across all trades
Coordinate inspections, testing, and commissioning activities
Enforce all site safety policies, OSHA regulations, and client-specific safety requirements
Lead daily toolbox talks and site safety meetings
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free jobsite
Oversee installation of mission-critical systems including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, fire protection, and controls
Ensure redundancy, reliability, and resiliency requirements are met
Coordinate with commissioning teams during testing and turnover
Maintain daily logs, manpower reports, and progress photos
Track RFIs, submittals, change events, and punch lists
Communicate progress, risks, and issues to project leadership