Data Center Field Lead – Safety & Schedule Expert

Next Level Technician; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Level Technician is seeking an experienced on-site Construction Supervisor for commercial low-voltage projects in the Richmond area. You will oversee field crews, coordinate trades, and drive critical milestones while maintaining safety and quality on every site.

The role requires strong leadership, the ability to read technical drawings, and a proven track record of managing large field teams in fast-paced environments. OSHA 30 is required; BICSI certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in structured cabling, low-voltage, or commercial infrastructure construction.
• 2+ years supervising crews on large commercial or complex projects.
• Ability to read construction drawings, specs, and installation standards.
• Strong communication with clients, subs, and internal teams.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and schedule performance.
• OSHA 30 certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site construction activities across commercial low-voltage projects.
• Drive schedule execution and meet project milestones.
• Coordinate daily manpower, subcontractors, and sequencing of activities.
• Maintain a safety-first culture on active sites.
• Oversee installation of structured cabling, fiber, containment, pathways, grounding, and low-voltage infrastructure.
• Coordinate with electrical/general contractors to ensure proper routing and sequencing.
• Support equipment staging, material coordination, and turnover requirements.
• Ensure compliance with client specs, installation standards, and quality requirements.
• Conduct daily field briefings on safety, logistics, materials, and progress.
• Monitor installations for quality and design conformance.
• Enforce OSHA standards and client protocols.
• Coordinate inspections, punch-list, and project closeout docs.
• Forecast labor, materials, lifts, testing gear, and tools weeks in advance.
• Identify constructability risks and schedule threats early.
• Track material flow and ensure timely delivery of installation components.
• Verify installations meet testing and quality requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Foremen and Technicians.
• Promote accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety culture

Construction field experience

Education

OSHA 30 certification

BICSI certifications

Tools

Smartsheet

Procore

Microsoft 365

Job description

Next Level Technician is seeking an experienced on-site Construction Supervisor for commercial low-voltage projects in the Richmond area. You will oversee field crews, coordinate trades, and drive critical milestones while maintaining safety and quality on every site.

The role requires strong leadership, the ability to read technical drawings, and a proven track record of managing large field teams in fast-paced environments. OSHA 30 is required; BICSI certifications are preferred.