Data Center & Mission-Critical Superintendent | Field Lead

Gardner Builders; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Gardner Builders seeks a hands-on Data Center + Mission Critical Superintendent to lead field operations on complex projects from groundbreaking to closeout. You will manage on-site teams, coordinate trade partners, ensure schedule adherence, safety, and quality, and maintain clear communication with clients and design partners.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of superintendent/foreman experience in commercial construction or MEP environments, plus proficiency with MEP systems,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a superintendent or General Foreman in commercial construction or MEP Construction.
• Experience building Data Centers or Mission Critical Environments.
• Proficiency with MEP systems, medium-voltage coordination, and shutdown protocols.
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, trade scopes, and site logistics.
• OSHA certification.
• Ability to read plans and coordinate teams; travel up to 100%.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily on-site construction activities for team members and trade partners.
• Oversee multiple projects and ensure all phases meet schedule, quality, and safety standards.
• Communicate job expectations clearly to all field personnel and partners.
• Proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve schedule or coordination issues.
• Interpret MEP design drawings and specifications with confidence.
• Lead and coordinate medium-voltage and shutdown meetings.

Skills

Superintendent experience

Field leadership

Team coordination

Problem solving

Communication

Safety culture

Travel up to 100%

Tools

Procore

Primavera

Google tools

Microsoft Office

Apple devices

Job description

Gardner Builders seeks a hands-on Data Center + Mission Critical Superintendent to lead field operations on complex projects from groundbreaking to closeout. You will manage on-site teams, coordinate trade partners, ensure schedule adherence, safety, and quality, and maintain clear communication with clients and design partners.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of superintendent/foreman experience in commercial construction or MEP environments, plus proficiency with MEP systems,