Civil Superintendent – Data Center Construction

Zohorecruit; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit in Mobile, AL seeks an experienced Civil Superintendent to lead day-to-day field operations on a major data center project. You will coordinate earthwork, utilities, paving and site development on a large-scale ground-up build, working closely with PMs, subs, engineers and the site team.

Recent data center or mission-critical construction experience is essential. The role is full-time, on-site in Mobile, with strong safety, quality and leadership expectations, reporting progress and

Qualifications

• Recent data center or mission critical construction experience required.
• Strong General Contractor or Construction Manager background required.
• Experience as a Civil Superintendent, Site Superintendent or General Superintendent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day field operations across civil and sitework scope.
• Oversee earthwork, excavation, grading and site preparation.
• Coordinate underground utilities, stormwater and drainage.
• Manage roads, paving, concrete and external works.
• Supervise civil subcontractors and field crews.
• Drive daily site coordination, sequencing and short-term planning.
• Review drawings, specifications and field requirements.
• Monitor progress against the construction schedule.
• Identify field issues and drive practical solutions.
• Coordinate civil works with structural, MEP and building teams.
• Maintain quality and safety standards on site.
• Support inspections, testing, punch lists and closeout.
• Lead subcontractor meetings and field coordination.
• Report progress, risks and issues to project leadership.

Skills

Data center construction

GC background

Civil Superintendent

Site coordination

Safety leadership

Communication

Job description

Mobile, United States | Posted on 09/30/2026

We are working confidentially with a General Contractor delivering a major data center project in the Mobile, Alabama area and are looking to appoint an experienced Civil Superintendent to join the site team.

This is a full-time, site-based position.

Recent data center construction experience is essential.

The Role

The Civil Superintendent will take ownership of day-to-day field operations across the civil and sitework scope, working closely with Project Managers, subcontractors, engineers and the wider site team.

• Managing civil and sitework activities across the project
• Overseeing earthwork, excavation, grading and site preparation
• Coordinating underground utilities, stormwater and drainage
• Managing roads, paving, concrete and external works
• Supervising civil subcontractors and trade partners
• Driving daily site coordination, sequencing and short-term planning
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and field requirements
• Monitoring progress against the construction schedule
• Identifying field issues and driving practical solutions
• Coordinating civil works with structural, MEP and building teams
• Maintaining quality and safety standards across the site
• Supporting inspections, testing, punch list and closeout
• Leading subcontractor meetings and field coordination
• Reporting progress, risks and issues to project leadership

What We’re Looking For

• Recent data center or mission critical construction experience is essential
• Strong General Contractor or Construction Manager background
• Experience as a Civil Superintendent, Site Superintendent or General Superintendent
• Strong background in earthwork, excavation, grading and site development
• Experience with underground utilities, stormwater and drainage
• Experience managing civil subcontractors and field crews
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing and site logistics
• Experience on large-scale ground-up construction projects
• Strong safety, quality and field coordination experience
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work full-time on site in the Mobile, Alabama area

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a major civil package on a large-scale ground-up data center development.

Candidates must have recent data center construction experience and a strong civil field background.