Data Center On-Site Assistant Superintendent

Metric DCX; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric DCX in Northern Virginia is seeking a Data Center Assistant Superintendent to support on-site field operations for mission-critical facility projects, including Ashburn, Manassas, and Sterling.

This role assists the on-site Superintendent with daily construction activities, trade coordination, and site safety across the full project lifecycle—from mobilization through commissioning—while working closely with subcontractors and equipment vendors.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of field, construction, or site supervision experience preferred; candidates with strong construction fundamentals and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply
• Basic familiarity with electrical and mechanical systems in commercial or industrial settings
• Willingness to obtain OSHA 30 certification if not already held
• Comfortable using field management tools (e.g., Procore)

Responsibilities

• Support daily on-site supervision of construction and retrofit activities from mobilization through commissioning and handover
• Assist in coordinating and sequencing the work of electrical, mechanical, and controls trades on critical infrastructure systems (UPS, generators, cooling, switchgear)
• Help enforce site safety protocols and support compliance with OSHA and local Virginia jurisdiction codes
• Monitor subcontractor work in the field and report on progress, workmanship, and adherence to project specifications
• Assist with daily site walks, progress tracking, and quality control inspections
• Help identify field-level issues and communicate them to the Superintendent in a timely manner
• Maintain daily logs, manpower reports, and site documentation
• Support punch list tracking and readiness for commissioning milestones

Skills

Site supervision

Construction fundamentals

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

Procore

Job description

Metric DCX in Northern Virginia is seeking a Data Center Assistant Superintendent to support on-site field operations for mission-critical facility projects, including Ashburn, Manassas, and Sterling.

This role assists the on-site Superintendent with daily construction activities, trade coordination, and site safety across the full project lifecycle—from mobilization through commissioning—while working closely with subcontractors and equipment vendors.