Data Center Superintendent

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

• Oversee on-site construction activities across commercial low-voltage projects, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications
• Drive schedule execution and ensure project milestones are met on time
• Coordinate daily manpower, subcontractors, and sequencing of critical project activities
• Maintain a disciplined, safety-first culture across active construction sites
• Oversee installation of structured cabling, fiber backbone, containment systems, pathways, grounding and bonding, and low-voltage infrastructure
• Coordinate closely with electrical contractors, general contractors, and other trades to ensure proper routing, clearances, and installation sequencing
• Support equipment staging, material coordination, and project turnover requirements
• Ensure compliance with client specifications, installation standards, and quality requirements
• Conduct daily field briefings covering safety, logistics, materials, and project progress
• Monitor installations for adherence to quality-control standards and design specifications
• Enforce OSHA standards, site safety plans, and client-specific protocols
• Coordinate inspections, punch-list resolution, and documentation for project closeout
• Forecast labor, materials, lifts, testing equipment, and tools several weeks in advance
• Identify constructability risks, sequencing conflicts, and schedule threats early
• Track material flow and ensure timely delivery of critical installation components
• Verify installations meet project testing and quality requirements
• Lead, mentor, and develop Foremen, Lead Technicians, and technicians
• Promote accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement
• Support performance coaching and workforce planning in coordination with Operations

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 5+ years of experience in structured cabling, low-voltage, or commercial infrastructure construction
• 2+ years of experience supervising crews on large commercial or complex construction projects
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities in fast-paced construction environments
• Experience coordinating multiple trades and large field teams
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and installation standards
• Strong communication skills with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams
• High attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, and schedule performance
• Proficiency with construction reporting tools, mobile field technology, and Microsoft 365
• OSHA 30 certification required
• BICSI or manufacturer certifications strongly preferred
• Experience with data center or other critical infrastructure projects preferred
• Familiarity with project tracking or construction software such as Smartsheet or Procore
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical job site tasks, including walking extensive job sites, climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, and reaching