Data Center Travelling Superintendent

Daksta | Connecting Mission Critical Talent; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Daksta | Connecting Mission Critical Talent seeks a Construction Supervisor to oversee data center builds across multiple active sites. You will supervise daily operations, enforce schedules, read blueprints, and guide field crews on critical infrastructure installations including electrical and mechanical systems.

You will travel frequently to job sites, report progress to leadership, and ensure safety and compliance with codes and uptime standards.

Qualifications

• Supervise daily construction operations on data center builds.
• Enforce project schedules and milestones.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specs, and technical drawings.
• Experience with data centers or large-scale MEP projects.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Ability to manage fast-paced, high-stakes builds.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily construction operations on data center builds.
• Enforce project schedules and milestones.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specs, and technical drawings.
• Manage installation of critical infrastructure and MEP systems.
• Ensure compliance with uptime/reliability standards.
• Travel to active job sites and coordinate multi-site efforts.
• Lead field crews and subcontractors; mentor junior supervisors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project scheduling

Field supervision

Education

High school diploma or construction-related degree

5-10+ years in construction supervision

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

• Supervise daily construction operations on data center builds
• Enforce project schedules and milestones
• Read and interpret blueprints, specs, and technical drawings

Data Center-Specific Oversight

• Manage installation of critical infrastructure:
• Cooling systems (CRAC/CRAH units)
• Raised flooring, cabling, fire suppression
• Ensure compliance with uptime/reliability standards (Tier I-IV)

Travel & Multi-Site Coordination

• Travel frequently (often 75-100%) to active job sites
• Rotate between projects or stay on-site for extended durations
• Report progress to corporate/project leadership remotely

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce OSHA and site safety standards
• Conduct site inspections and safety meetings
• Ensure compliance with local building codes and regulations
• Lead field crews and subcontractors
• Resolve on-site conflicts or delays
• Mentor junior supervisors or foremen

Quality Control & Reporting

• Perform inspections and punch lists
• Track progress, budgets, and issues
• Maintain daily logs and reports

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong background in commercial or mission-critical construction
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
• Familiarity with scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project)
• Ability to manage fast-paced, high-stakes builds
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Typical Qualifications

• High school diploma or construction-related degree
• 5-10+ years in construction supervision
• Experience with data centers or large-scale MEP projects
• Heavy travel (major part of the job)
• Extended stays near project sites
• Flexibility with relocation or temporary assignments
• Primarily on active construction sites
• Long hours and tight deadlines
• Physically demanding and detail-intensive