Electrical Superintendent – Data Center Construction

Peter Kazella and Associates, Inc; Chesterton (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Competitive salaries

Job summary

A reputable general contractor in Chesterton, IN is seeking an experienced Electrical Superintendent for data center construction on the night shift. This role involves supervising field activities, coordinating with subcontractors, and managing project budgets. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of MEP construction experience and a strong understanding of power distribution systems. Competitive salaries and benefits are offered, along with a focus on professional growth in cutting-edge technology projects.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of data center / critical facilities MEP Construction experience.
• Heavy understanding of backup power and distribution systems.
• Experience managing budgets over $50 million.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all field construction work by electrical subcontractors.
• Maintain liaison with clients and subcontractors.
• Ensure project completion within budget and on time.

Skills

Data center construction experience

Power distribution systems knowledge

Commissioning experience

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

8+ years of experience in MEP Construction

Tools

Microsoft Project

Timberline

Job description

Electrical Superintendent – Data Center Construction – Chesterton, IN (Night Shift)

This opportunity is with an established General Contractor that specializes in converting existing Buildings and Structures into complex buildings / industrial complexes and is looking to expand its foothold even further into the Critical Facilities Market. Our client is taking their expertise and focus and applying it towards brownfield data center projects – which is the process for converting an existing building to a data center for the Hyperscale, Colo or Enterprise Marketplace. This company will provide a complete life cycle of solutions that will be custom‑fit to the requirements of their client’s mission‑critical facility. This opportunity provides a career‑growth minded role with exciting projects with leading‑edge technology and innovation as well as competitive salaries and benefits.

Responsible for field activities associated with the project, primarily supervision of all field construction work by electrical subcontractors and self‑performed work. Keep in constant contact with Subcontractors to ensure timely work to keep project on time / within budget. Ensures equipment purchased is on site at the project when needed. Shares responsibility with the construction project manager for developing the project budget, actively participating in the preconstruction phase, and ensuring that the project is built on time, within budget, and according to company policies and procedures. Manages and mentors assistant project managers and other field personnel. Maintains a relentless focus on meeting and exceeding customer needs and expectations through the life of the project.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain liaison with primary client, A/E firm, Owner’s Rep firm, Construction Project Manager, subcontractors and any other vendors needed to facilitate construction activities at the data center job site.
• Establishes and manages the critical work environment project objectives, performance standards, planning and Methods of Procedure and be within boundaries of corporate policies to ensure minimization of human error factors which could cause down time during work processes
• Provides leadership of all field related electrical mission critical work activities and coordinates with Construction Project Manager and Subcontractors for proper execution.
• Keeps all relative parties informed of project's progress throughout the life of the project.
• Detailed understanding of all electrical systems to include size up, costs, scheduling timeline, quality control focus points, system start‑up, commissioning, troubleshooting, etc.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts (progress billing, rental equipment, income/expenses) to protect the company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with the client.
• Ensures that project site and company assets are secure and maintains a safe and respectful working environment at all times by implementing programs for safety / OSHA, Equal Employment Opportunity / EEO, risk management, training, and quality control.
• Confirms that extra charges from subcontractors/suppliers are reasonable and work is correctly executed. Coordinates with project manager for approval on extra charges.
• Facilitates weekly project progress and safety meetings with all subcontractor representatives and coordinates the upcoming week’s work to be accomplished. Attends all progress meetings with the owner’s rep / data center construction Project manager.
• Ensures that the project closeout process is finalized, demobilise all resources, and transition the project to the client.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of data center / critical facilities MEP Construction experience. (project size, scope, and complexity the years of experience will also be a large factor)
• Heavy understanding of backup power and power distribution systems, including UPSs, switchgear, PDUs, transfer switches, and utility power
• Detailed understanding Electrical systems to include integrated testing, MOPs/SOPs of installation, functionality and troubleshooting; etc
• Experience working on Construction Projects with Budgets in excess of $50mm + (but no p/l needed)
• Experience in directing and/or supporting the commissioning effort.
• Demonstrates solid presentation, verbal, written and communication skills.
• Demonstrates proficiency using a personal computer (PC) and company communication tools, such as email, internet, and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Office, Outlook, PowerPoint, MS Project, Timberline, etc.).
• Previous administrative experience managing change orders, billing, creating reports, etc.
• Previous experience in the Military / Military veterans in all branches that have experience with Electrical / Mechanical is a huge plus (Navy nukes‑EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees, Army – Power Generation, Air Force – Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, etc.)

Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan.

EOE/AA Employer M/F/D/V.

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