Superintendent in Michigan, United States

Responsibilities

• Supervise all aspects of data center construction projects from preconstruction through commissioning, ensuring alignment with plans, specifications, and client expectations
• Lead coordination with subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to maintain project schedules, budgets, and procurement timelines
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, proactively identifying and mitigating risks to avoid delays
• Oversee budgeting, cost tracking, and financial forecasting to ensure projects remain within scope and profitability targets
• Monitor daily on-site activities, providing direction to field teams and resolving issues in real time to maintain progress
• Ensure all construction activities meet strict quality standards, contract documents, and regulatory requirement
• Manage change orders, RFIs, and submittals, ensuring accurate documentation and timely resolution
• Prepare and present regular project status reports, including progress updates, financials, and risk assessments to stakeholders
• Foster strong communication across all stakeholders, including clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal leadership
• Lead project meetings (OAC, subcontractor, safety) to drive accountability and alignment across teams
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall project delivery
• Enforce safety protocols and company policies, conducting regular site walks and audits to maintain a safe work environment
• Support commissioning and turnover processes, ensuring successful project closeout and client satisfaction
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, contributing to repeat business and long-term partnership

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in a Superintendent, Construction Superintendent, Site Superintendent, or equivalent field leadership role on large-scale industrial, mission-critical, or highly regulated projects
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, sequencing, logistics planning, and trade coordination
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage subcontractors while maintaining project schedule, quality, and safety objectives
• Experience overseeing multiple work fronts and coordinating activities across various disciplines and stakeholders
• Proven track record of driving safety culture and ensuring compliance with site-specific health, safety, and environmental requirements
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and commissioning requirement
• Experience working within fast-paced project environments with demanding delivery schedules
• Excellent communication, leadership, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build effective relationships with clients, project teams, subcontractors, and commissioning personnel
• Proficient in construction management software and standard project reporting tools