Foreman (Data Center)

Jobot; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

PTO

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Performance incentives

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a hands-on Foreman to lead construction and installation crews on data center and mission-critical projects in Leesburg, VA. This role focuses on field execution, team performance, and delivering high-quality workmanship in live facilities.

You will coordinate site work, framing, carpentry, renovations, low-voltage infrastructure, and equipment installation, maintaining safety and reliability as top priorities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant construction leadership experience.
• Experience on data centers or mission-critical facilities.
• Ability to lead crews, coordinate multiple trades, and manage priorities.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specs, and schedules.
• Strong safety practices and on-site leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field operations, assign work, and direct crews to meet schedules and safety standards.
• Serve as on-site coordinator for installers, subs, and project managers.
• Plan site prep, framing, carpentry, renovations, and related activities.
• Supervise equipment installation and low-voltage work per drawings and specs.
• Coordinate work in active data centers with access controls and procedures.
• Conduct daily briefings to communicate plans and hazards.
• Review drawings to resolve field conflicts before progress impact.
• Ensure materials, tools, and staffing are available for upcoming work.
• Inspect completed work and maintain installation quality.
• Track progress, hours, material needs, conditions, and issues.
• Mentor crew members and promote a productive team environment.
• Support inspections, punch lists, and project turnover with organized sites.

Skills

Crew leadership

Field leadership

Team coordination

Safety discipline

Tools

Procore

Excel

Job description

Foreman (Data Center)

$30 - $40 per hour | Leesburg, VA | On-site | Permanent

Construction Foreman | Data Center Projects | Northern VA

A bit about us:

We are an established commercial contractor with a strong and growing presence in mission-critical and data-center construction throughout Northern Virginia. Our teams take a hands-on approach to delivering complex projects safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of quality.

With multiple active data-center projects across the region, we are adding experienced field leaders who can run crews, stay close to the work, and grow with a long-term project pipeline. P

Why join us?

• Permanent, full-time opportunity with consistent regional project work
• Strong pipeline of Northern Virginia data-center projects
• Approximately 3-4 weeks of racking-specific training
• Opportunity to bring your existing Foreman/crew-leadership skills into the mission-critical market
• Hands-on leadership role, not a desk-only position
• Career path from Crew Leader into Foreman and continued field leadership
• Modern construction environment utilizing Procore, digital drawings, Excel, and field technology
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• PTO and paid holidays
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Performance-based incentives

Job Details

Job Details

Build the infrastructure that keeps the world connected. We’re seeking a hands-on Permanent Foreman to lead construction and installation crews on data center and mission-critical projects. This is an opportunity for an experienced Lead Installer, Crew Leader, or construction professional ready to take ownership of field execution, team performance, and high-quality workmanship.

You’ll coordinate site work, framing, carpentry, renovations, low-voltage infrastructure, and equipment installation in environments where safety, precision, and reliability matter every day. The right candidate brings strong field leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to keep work moving without compromising critical infrastructure or operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field operations, assign work, and direct crews to meet project schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Serve as the on-site point of coordination for installers, subcontractors, project managers, and other trades.
• Plan and oversee site preparation, framing, carpentry, renovation, and related construction activities.
• Supervise equipment installation and low-voltage infrastructure work according to approved drawings, specifications, and applicable requirements.
• Coordinate work within active data centers and other mission-critical environments, following access controls, approved work procedures, and operational restrictions.
• Conduct daily briefings to communicate work plans, identify hazards, and confirm crew readiness.
• Review drawings, installation details, and scope documents to identify conflicts and resolve field issues before they affect progress.
• Confirm that materials, tools, equipment, and staffing are available for upcoming work.
• Inspect completed work, address deficiencies, and maintain consistent installation and construction quality.
• Track daily progress, crew hours, material needs, site conditions, and outstanding issues.
• Mentor crew members, reinforce accountability, and promote a productive, respectful team environment.
• Support inspections, punch-list completion, and project turnover while maintaining clean, organized work areas.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant construction experience, including experience as a Foreman, Lead Installer, Crew Leader, or equivalent field leadership role.
• Experience working on data centers, mission-critical facilities, or comparable critical infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience with site work, framing, carpentry, renovation low-voltage systems, and equipment installation, or an equivalent combination of related skills.
• Ability to lead crews, coordinate multiple trades, and manage daily priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, installation instructions, and project schedules.
• Strong understanding of construction safety practices, hazard identification, and safe work planning.
• Awareness of the care and coordination required when performing construction near live systems or within operational facilities.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Commitment to quality workmanship, accurate documentation, and dependable project execution.
• Ability to perform essential field duties safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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