Lead Field Technician - Critical Infrastructure

Smart Tech Contracting, LLC; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Tech Contracting, LLC seeks a Lead Field Technician – Critical Infrastructure to support hyperscale data center projects in the US. The role leads field execution, directs field labor, and coordinates subcontractors to ensure on-time, safe delivery across electrical, mechanical, automation, and commissioning scopes.

With 6–8 years in mission-critical environments and the ability to interpret drawings and plans, you will report to the Site Superintendent and drive site coordination, risk

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of field execution experience in mission-critical, hyperscale, or complex MEP construction.
• Experience directing field crews and coordinating subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, safety practices, and QA/QC.
• Experience working under a Site Superintendent on large-scale projects.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, submittals, and schedules.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field execution for assigned scopes and workstreams.
• Direct STC field labor and coordinate subcontractors and trade partners.
• Coordinate activities across electrical, mechanical, automation, and commissioning.
• Participate in daily coordination meetings, site walks, and trade alignment discussions.
• Resolve routine field conflicts and escalate complex issues to the Site Superintendent.
• Develop 2–3 week look-ahead schedules and track progress.
• Enforce QA/QC and verify work complies with drawings and specs.
• Identify constructability issues and scope gaps; document and escalate.

Skills

Leadership

Field coordination

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Job description

Smart Tech Contracting delivers turnkey BAS & EPMS solutions for mission-critical colocation and hyperscale data centers operating at national program scale. As a Master Systems Integrator (MSI), we unify controls construction (DDC, PLC, SCADA) with software engineering, optimized graphics / UI standards, and program-level governance.

Complex integrations are delivered cleanly, consistently, and fast. Our teams thrive in high-stakes environments where quality control and uptime matters, schedules are compressed, and coordination is everything.

Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority.

Position Title

Lead Field Technician – Critical Infrastructure

Position Location

Must relocate to or live in Atlanta, GA / Amarillo, Lubbock, Big Spring, Fort Worth, Dallas, Buffalo, NY OR El Paso, TX / Las Cruses, NM

Job Summary

The Lead Field Technician – Critical Infrastructure is a senior field execution role supporting hyperscale and colocation data center construction projects ranging from 40 MW to 200 MW.

This role operates as the primary execution lead for assigned scopes, zones, or workstreams under the direction of the Site Superintendent. The Lead Field Technician – Critical Infrastructure coordinates daily activities across trades, directs field crews and subcontractors within their scope, and ensures work is executed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with project requirements.

The Lead Field Technician – Critical Infrastructure serves as a key extension of the Site Superintendent, translating execution plans into daily field action. This role requires strong technical judgment, field presence, and the ability to resolve issues in real time while escalating risks, conflicts, and scope gaps appropriately.

Essential Functions

Field Execution & Trade Coordination (40%)

• Lead day-to-day field execution for assigned scopes, zones, or workstreams.
• Direct STC field labor and coordinate subcontractors and trade partners within assigned areas.
• Coordinate daily activities across trades including electrical, mechanical, automation, controls, networking, and commissioning.
• Participate in daily coordination meetings, site walks, and trade alignment discussions.
• Resolve routine field conflicts and sequencing issues; elevate complex issues to the Site Superintendent.

Schedule & Quality Control (25%)

• Develop and maintain 2–3 week look-ahead schedules aligned with the GC master schedule.
• Track daily progress, manpower loading, and productivity within assigned scopes.
• Enforce QA/QC requirements and verify work complies with drawings, specifications, and approved plans.
• Identify constructability issues, installation deficiencies, and scope gaps; document and elevate with recommendations.

Safety & Risk Management (20%)

• Enforce OSHA, NFPA 70E, STC safety policies, and project-specific safety requirements within assigned areas.
• Lead daily toolbox talks and support weekly safety stand-downs.
• Verify compliance with JHAs, pre-task plans, energized work permits, and high-risk activity controls.
• Stop work for unsafe conditions within assigned scopes and immediately notify the Site Superintendent.

Coordination, Reporting & Communication (15%)

• Provide clear daily updates to the Site Superintendent on progress, risks, and constraints.
• Support preparation of field reports, look-aheads, and site documentation.
• Interface professionally with GC supervision, inspectors, and trade leads as directed.
• Support lessons learned capture and continuous improvement of field execution practices.

Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget

Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

Position Requirements

• Minimum 6–8 years of experience in field execution roles within mission-critical, hyperscale, or complex MEP construction environments
• Demonstrated experience directing field crews and coordinating subcontractors
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, safety practices, and quality control
• Experience working under a Site Superintendent or Project Superintendent in large-scale projects
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and schedules
• Working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA