Job Description

We are seeing Lead Construction Superintendents in the mechanical, electrical, structural, and/or architectural space to lead field execution on data center construction projects in western NY. Responsibilities include:

Field Leadership & Mechanical / Electrical / Structural / Architectural Execution:

• Direct and supervise discipline / trade subcontractors on the installation of associated systems.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with construction documents, project specifications, and applicable codes.
• Coordinate with trade partners and general contractor teams to support integrated construction workflows.

Scheduling & Coordination:

• Develop and maintain mechanical lookahead schedules, ensuring alignment with project milestones and project sequencing.
• Identify schedule risks early and coordinate solutions to maintain overall project progress.
• Work closely with discipline / trade teams to coordinate system startup, testing, and integration.

Quality Control & Commissioning Support:

• Perform field inspections to verify proper installation, system layout, and performance readiness.
• Ensure compliance with QA/QC standards and support the commissioning process, including functional performance testing and punch list resolution.
• Assist with turnover documentation and ensure systems meet commissioning and owner expectations.

Safety & Compliance:

• Enforce safety practices including confined space, rigging, lifting operations, and hot work protocols.
• Conduct toolbox talks, participate in job hazard analyses (JHAs), and collaborate with EHS teams to maintain a safe jobsite.
• Verify subcontractor compliance with all project-specific safety requirements.

Documentation & Communication:

• Maintain detailed daily reports, track site activity and workforce hours, and document issues and resolutions.
• Review and coordinate RFIs, field directives, and submittal updates related to discipline / trade scope.
• Communicate regularly with project leadership on progress, field conditions, and resource needs.

Required Skills and Experience

• 10-15+ years of construction experience with at least 7 years in a superintendent or supervisory role.
• Experience working on data center, industrial, healthcare, semiconductor, or other mission-critical projects with complex mechanical infrastructure.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, specifications, and coordination plans.
• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent safety training.

Nice to Have Skills and Experience

• Experience with commissioning support and system turnover.
• Proficiency with digital tools such as BIM 360, Bluebeam, and scheduling software.

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