Lead Data Center Field Superintendent (Memphis)

Core Group; Tennessee; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Group is seeking a highly skilled Construction Superintendent to lead field execution of data center projects in Memphis, TN. You will coordinate multiple trades, drive safety and quality, and ensure on-time delivery of world-class facilities supporting cutting-edge technology.

The role requires on-site presence in Memphis, extended hours as needed, and collaboration with design engineers, project managers, contractors, and internal teams to meet stringent standards and deadlines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years in construction with 2+ years leading multi-trade coordination on-site.
• Experience supervising data center, mission-critical, industrial, or large-scale MEP projects.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IBC and local permitting.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Proficiency with Procore.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate data center construction activities to meet company standards while delivering quality work, materials, and services.
• Plan and direct construction phases across site/civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, fire protection, and low-voltage systems.
• Maintain daily logs, progress reports, schedules, and cost/quantity reports.
• Enforce contract expectations, communicate discrepancies, and approve contractor work.
• Inspect and verify work quality, safety compliance, and schedule adherence; authorize payments after inspections.
• Maintain a safe work environment by implementing safety protocols per OSHA, NFPA, and related regulations.
• Oversee inspections with authorities, utility providers, and commissioning agents.
• Support commissioning and turnover processes, including testing, punch-list resolution, as-builts, and warranty work.
• Develop relationships with contractors, inspectors, and local officials to facilitate progress.
• Manage field RFIs, submittals, work orders, and purchase orders.
• Support site logistics, cleanliness, and material staging on a high-density construction campus.

Skills

On-site leadership

Multi-trade coordination

Construction safety (OSHA 30)

Procore

Microsoft Office

Reading drawings / P&IDs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PDF editing tools

Job description

Core Group is seeking a highly skilled Construction Superintendent to lead field execution of data center projects in Memphis, TN. You will coordinate multiple trades, drive safety and quality, and ensure on-time delivery of world-class facilities supporting cutting-edge technology.

The role requires on-site presence in Memphis, extended hours as needed, and collaboration with design engineers, project managers, contractors, and internal teams to meet stringent standards and deadlines.