Area Superintendent

Actalent; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

Bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Area Superintendent for a Southwest data center construction program. You will lead field operations, coordinate multiple trades, and drive schedule performance on a multi-billion-dollar technology project.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years as a superintendent on large projects, with data center or mission-critical experience, and strong skills in Primavera P6, Prolog, Autodesk, and MS Office. The role supports extensive safety programs and collaborative execution.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as Superintendent/Area Superintendent on large-scale projects.
• Experience with data centers, semiconductor facilities, or mission-critical projects.
• Lead large field teams and coordinate multiple subcontractors.
• Strong scheduling, sequencing, and production planning knowledge.
• Ability to read architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6, Prolog, Autodesk, and MS Office.
• Excellent communication and leadership to drive safety, quality, and schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop field teams to meet safety, quality, and production goals.
• Coordinate daily field operations across multiple trades and fronts.
• Manage look-ahead planning to meet aggressive milestones.
• Lead weekly trade partner coordination meetings and resolve field challenges.
• Maintain relationships with owners, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors.
• Enforce site safety programs and Safe Task Analyses.
• Monitor labor productivity, manpower forecasting, and cost performance.
• Review drawings, RFIs, submittals, and constructability concerns.
• Ensure workmanship meets high quality standards.
• Drive turnover, punch lists, and owner acceptance; support BIM/VDC coordination.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety mindset

Project management

Education

Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Prolog

Autodesk Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Area Superintendent - Data Center ConstructionSouthwest Region | Intel / Mission-Critical Projects

Lead the construction of some of the most advanced facilities being built in North America.

If you've successfully managed large commercial, semiconductor, or data center projects and you're looking for an opportunity to make a major impact, this is the role you've been waiting for.

We're seeking a high-performing Area Superintendent to oversee critical scopes of work on a multi-billion-dollar technology construction project. You'll lead field operations, drive schedule performance, enforce world-class safety standards, and coordinate with top industry professionals to deliver a landmark project for a leading technology client.

This is an opportunity to work on a career-defining project where your leadership, construction expertise, and ability to execute in a fast-paced environment will directly influence project success.

Why Top Superintendents Join Us

Work on one of the largest data center and semiconductor construction programs in the Southwest

Lead major scopes with significant autonomy and decision-making responsibility

Partner with elite construction professionals, engineers, and trade partners

Be part of a safety-first culture that invests in its people

Long-term project pipeline with excellent career growth opportunities

Competitive compensation, vehicle allowance, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits

What You'll Do

• Lead, mentor, and develop field teams to achieve project safety, quality, and production goals.

• Coordinate and drive daily field operations across multiple trades and work fronts.

• Manage look-ahead planning and execute work to meet aggressive project milestones.

• Lead weekly trade partner coordination meetings and proactively resolve field challenges.

• Maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors.

• Implement and enforce site‑specific safety programs, AHAs, and Safe Task Analyses.

• Monitor labor productivity, manpower forecasting, and cost performance.

• Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and constructability concerns.

• Ensure workmanship meets the highest standards of quality control.

• Drive project turnover, punch list completion, and owner acceptance activities.

• Support BIM/VDC coordination efforts and resolve field conflicts before they impact production.

What Makes You a Strong Fit

• 5+ years of experience as a Superintendent or Area Superintendent on large-scale construction projects.

• Experience with data centers, semiconductor manufacturing facilities, advanced technology projects, industrial plants, mission-critical facilities, or large commercial developments.

• Proven ability to lead large field teams and coordinate multiple subcontractors simultaneously.

• Strong understanding of construction scheduling, sequencing, and production planning.

• Experience reading and interpreting architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings.

• Knowledge of Primavera P6, Prolog, Autodesk products, and Microsoft Office.

• Strong communication and leadership skills with a collaborative approach to project execution.

• Track record of maintaining exceptional safety, quality, and schedule performance.

Preferred Experience

• Intel, TSMC, semiconductor fabrication plants, hyperscale data centers, advanced manufacturing, or mission-critical projects.

• Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related degree.

• Experience working for a General Contractor on projects exceeding $100M in value.

• Familiarity with BIM/VDC coordination and complex multi-discipline installations.

The Ideal Candidate

You're not just managing construction activities, you're leading teams, solving problems before they happen, and driving results on highly visible projects. You thrive in fast-paced environments, take ownership of your area, and are motivated by the challenge of building world-class facilities that push technology forward.

If you're ready to take the lead on a project that will define your career, we'd like to talk with you.

Work Environment

This role is based onsite at a large semiconductor campus in the Southwest Region, supporting a data center build-out within an existing high-tech facility. The Area Superintendent works primarily in the field, closely overseeing active construction activities and coordinating with trade partners and project teams. The position is a full-time, salaried role, typically requiring 50+ hours per week, with specific start and end times determined by project needs. The work environment is that of a large commercial construction site, involving regular interaction with heavy equipment, materials handling, and active trades. The project uses technologies such as Primavera, Prolog, the Autodesk Suite, and Microsoft Office for scheduling, coordination, documentation, and reporting. The culture emphasizes safety, quality, teamwork, and collaboration with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners. The role is employed and payrolled through a staffing partner and offers full medical, dental, and vision benefits, two weeks of paid time off, 40 hours of sick time, holiday pay, and an indefinite contract structure. Site‑specific attire and personal protective equipment are required and are consistent with a large industrial and data center construction environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chandler, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $115000.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long‑term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chandler, AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chandler,AZ.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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