Data Center Construction Site Lead

David E. Looper & Company; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

David E. Looper & Company seeks a seasoned Superintendent to lead field operations on a data center construction project in Dallas, TX.

You will be the primary onsite leader responsible for safety, quality, scheduling, and subcontractor coordination, partnering closely with Project Leadership to deliver safely, on schedule, and within budget. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of superintendent experience on commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects, with data center experience

Qualifications

• 10+ years of superintendent experience leading commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects.
• Data center construction experience strongly preferred.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret complex plans, specifications, and submittals.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Expertise in scheduling, look-ahead planning, sequencing, and trade coordination.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all jobsite operations and field personnel.
• Develop, maintain and drive the project schedule with the Project Manager.
• Lead subcontractor coordination meetings and monitor performance daily.
• Ensure work meets quality standards and project specifications.
• Identify risks and schedule impacts; implement proactive solutions.
• Serve as primary onsite point of contact for owners, consultants, inspectors and stakeholders.
• Oversee daily reports, project documentation, photos, and closeout deliverables.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to Assistant Superintendents and field personnel.
• Support mobilization, site logistics planning, and coordination activities.
• Engage in minimal, infrequent physical tasks only when necessary for safety.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Quality & Safety Leadership

Communication

Team Development

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Job description

David E. Looper & Company seeks a seasoned Superintendent to lead field operations on a data center construction project in Dallas, TX.

You will be the primary onsite leader responsible for safety, quality, scheduling, and subcontractor coordination, partnering closely with Project Leadership to deliver safely, on schedule, and within budget. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of superintendent experience on commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects, with data center experience