Senior Superintendent - Data Centers

This Opportunity:

Join our Team as a Senior Superintendent where you will be responsible for the safe, productive, and high-quality field execution of assigned hyperscale Data Center connectivity projects. You will lead Superintendents, Foremen, and technician crews in the installation, testing, and turnover of structured cabling and fiber infrastructure, driving labor productivity against budget and schedule while delivering a best-in-class experience for our clients and General Contractor partners.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safety is the main fiber of our network. Follow Safe work practices that conform to the Company’s Safety program and customer site policies and procedures.
• Promote company Core Values to foster and safeguard Company culture.
• Own jobsite safety culture - lead daily pre-task planning / JHAs, enforce site-specific safety plans and PPE requirements, and stop work when conditions are unsafe.
• Lead and direct Superintendents, Foremen, and technician crews in the day-to-day installation of copper, fiber, cable tray / pathway, and related connectivity scope.
• Develop and maintain field installation plans, crew sizing, and three-week look-ahead schedules aligned with the project master schedule and General Contractor sequencing.
• Track labor hours and installed quantities against budget; identify productivity variance early and implement corrective action in partnership with the Senior Project Manager.
• Produce accurate daily reports, timesheets, installed quantity reports, and field documentation to support job cost forecasting and progress billing.
• Coordinate daily with General Contractor superintendents, craft partners, and owner representatives on room readiness, access, sequencing, and turnover milestones.
• Manage material receiving, staging, tracking, and storage to minimize waste, shrinkage, and installation delays.
• Coordinate tool and equipment requirements, including test equipment, lifts, and pulling equipment, with Field Operations.
• Enforce installation standards and workmanship per contract documents, manufacturer requirements, and BICSI / TIA / ANSI standards.
• Oversee fiber and copper testing and certification (OLTS, OTDR, copper certification), labeling, and test result documentation.
• Partner with QA/QC to execute the project quality plan, manage punch lists, and drive first-pass acceptance of installed work.
• Identify field conditions and change events; document them promptly and support the Project Team in preparing RFIs and change order requests.
• Review drawings, specifications, and submittals to fully understand scope and installation requirements before work begins.
• Oversee as-built drawings, closeout documentation, and turnover packages for client acceptance.
• Direct and coordinate subcontractor and labor partner crews on assigned scopes, holding them to Company safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Mentor, train, and evaluate field leadership and technicians; recommend hiring, promotion, and corrective action decisions to Field Operations leadership.
• Drive installation efficiencies through prefabrication, kitting, staging strategies, and lessons learned across projects.
• Attend all required project meetings and serve as an ambassador for the company on site.

Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• The right candidate for this position will possess strong field leadership qualities, be a highly effective communicator, and be willing to roll up their sleeves to help the crew when needed.
• Extensive knowledge of Safety protocols, processes and procedures, including OSHA construction standards and jobsite safety program management.
• Expert knowledge of structured cabling and fiber optic installation methods, including high-count fiber, MPO / MTP trunking, splicing, termination, and pathway systems.
• Working knowledge of BICSI, TIA / ANSI, and NEC standards as they apply to telecommunications infrastructure.
• Proficient in fiber and copper test equipment and interpretation of test results (OLTS, OTDR, copper certification).
• Highly experienced at reading and interpreting design drawings, specifications, and submittals to clearly identify scope and installation requirements.
• Ability to plan and manage labor productivity, crew sizing, and short-interval schedules against budget.
• Must be proficient and well-practiced in leveraging field data in making informed decisions.
• Ability to identify change events and document field conditions accurately and promptly.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and hold accountable large field crews across multiple shifts or work areas.
• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees, General Contractors, owner representatives, vendors, and craft partners.
• Ability to work under time constraints and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
• Strong oral and written communication and organizational skills.
• Disciplined, detail oriented, organized, and self-driven.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve complex field problems, conflicts, and issues.
• Proficient in using a computer and business / industry applications - Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.), Bluebeam, Procore, and mobile field reporting tools.
• Knowledge of prefabrication, kitting, and material staging strategies and methods.

Experience and Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or degree in a construction or telecommunications discipline preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in structured cabling / telecommunications construction, including at least 5 years in a Superintendent or field leadership role.
• Experience leading large-scale hyperscale or mission-critical data center connectivity projects is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience directing crews of 50+ technicians and multiple Foremen on a single project.
• Preferred professional certifications:

- OSHA-30 Hour certification (if not certified at time of hire, certification must be obtained within first six (6) months of employment).

- BICSI Installer 2 - Copper and/or Optical Fiber, or BICSI Technician

- Manufacturer fiber / connectivity certifications (Corning, CommScope, Panduit, or equivalent)

- First Aid / CPR and Aerial / Scissor Lift Operator certification

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position directs Superintendents, Foremen, technicians, and labor partner crews assigned to the project.

Work Location and Travel:

Onsite at assigned project site(s) with willingness to commit to ≈50% travel, including extended project assignments.

Note: This job description outlines the general nature of the responsibilities and duties executed by this position. Other responsibilities and duties may be assigned as needed or required.