Mission Critical Superintendent (Data Center)

Balfour Beatty plc; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Mission Critical Superintendent in Ashburn, VA, to oversee data center projects. This role requires extensive experience in commercial construction, particularly with data centers, and a commitment to promoting a safety culture. The ideal candidate will also mentor team members and manage project schedules and execution. A high school diploma and OSHA 30 certification are essential for this position. Join a team committed to innovation and safety in a thriving industry.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial construction experience, with 5+ years in a supervisory role.
• Proven experience on mission critical/data center projects.
• OSHA 30 certification required.

Responsibilities

• Drive a Zero Harm safety culture across all field operations.
• Manage field execution, quality control, and compliance with project specifications.
• Lead project planning, scheduling, and logistics from preconstruction through closeout.

Skills

Mission critical project management

Team leadership

Safety culture enforcement

Quality control

Client relationship management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional construction or engineering education

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Navisworks

Microsoft Office

Primavera P6

Job description

Mission Critical Superintendent (Data Center)

Ashburn, VA, USA

Job Description

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at‑risk construction management and design‑build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.

Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News‑Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London‑based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).

Our Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• And more!

Lead the Build. Power the Future.

Balfour Beatty is seeking a Mission Critical Superintendent to lead field operations on complex data center and mission critical projects in Northern Virginia. This is your opportunity to be at the forefront of building the infrastructure that powers the digital world. Data Center experience is required for this role.

Essential functions

• Driving a Zero Harm safety culture across all field operations.
• Coordinating and supervising all subcontractor and self‑perform work.
• Leading project planning, scheduling, and logistics from preconstruction through closeout.
• Managing field execution, quality control, and compliance with project specs and codes.
• Collaborating with the Project Manager on budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Mentoring and developing assistant superintendents and field staff.
• Champion safety through daily walks, toolbox talks, and incident investigations.
• Lead subcontractor meetings, OAC meetings, and project reporting.
• Develop and maintain project schedules (P6 preferred), 3‑week lookaheads, and pull planning sessions.
• Oversee procurement tracking, change order negotiations, and cost‑loaded schedules.
• Ensure quality through inspections, punch list management, and final approvals.
• Build strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and community stakeholders.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional construction or engineering education a plus.
• 10+ years of commercial construction experience, including 5+ years in a supervisory role.
• Proven experience on mission critical/data center projects.
• Proficiency with tools like Procore, Bluebeam, Navisworks, Microsoft Office, and ideally Primavera P6.
• Strong knowledge of construction documents, codes, and field operations.
• OSHA 30 certification required.

Why Join Balfour Beatty?

• Work on cutting‑edge, high‑impact projects in one of the most active data center markets in the world.
• Be part of a company that values safety, innovation, and integrity.
• Enjoy a culture of mentorship, growth, and collaboration.

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.