Data Center Field Lead: High-Impact Builds

KCI, LLC; Red Oak (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI, LLC is seeking a Data Center Services Superintendent to lead field operations on large-scale data center construction projects. This field leadership role requires hands-on experience with data center builds and the ability to drive complex scopes to completion.

You will lead all field operations, coordinating multiple trades and ensuring schedule, safety, and quality are maintained while collaborating with project managers, engineers, and clients.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in large-scale data center construction.
• Experience working in live data center environments required.
• Strong knowledge of cable routing, terminations, testing, and structured cabling standards (TIA/EIA).
• Familiarity with fiber optic cabling, patch panels, cable trays, and rack installations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills; proven experience supervising both small core teams and larger crews.
• Comfortable working in high-security, climate-controlled environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead all field operations on high-value data center builds.
• Drive execution of structured cabling, low voltage, and data center infrastructure systems.
• Coordinate multiple trades and subcontractors in a fast-paced environment.
• Read and interpret client-provided cut sheets, blueprints, and specifications; map work and catch discrepancies.
• Own schedule, sequencing, and field productivity.
• Ensure safety, quality, and performance standards.
• Serve as primary field contact for client and GC; resolve issues in real time.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Field supervision

Physical stamina

Tools

Structured cabling

Fiber optic cabling

Cable routing

Rack installations

TIA/EIA standards

OSHA 10/30

BICSI certification

Job description

KCI, LLC is seeking a Data Center Services Superintendent to lead field operations on large-scale data center construction projects. This field leadership role requires hands-on experience with data center builds and the ability to drive complex scopes to completion.

You will lead all field operations, coordinating multiple trades and ensuring schedule, safety, and quality are maintained while collaborating with project managers, engineers, and clients.