Mission Critical Superintendent (Data Center)

Balfour Beatty US; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 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

Balfour Beatty US is seeking a Mission Critical Superintendent to lead field operations on complex data center projects in Northern Virginia. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of commercial construction experience, including at least 5 in a supervisory role, and proven experience in mission critical environments. This role involves driving a Zero Harm safety culture, coordinating subcontractor work, and ensuring quality and compliance across all operations. Join us for cutting-edge projects in a culture that values safety and innovation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial construction experience, including 5+ years in a supervisory role.
• Proficiency with tools like Procore, Bluebeam, Navisworks, Microsoft Office and ideally Primavera P6.
• OSHA 30 certification required.

Responsibilities

• Drive a Zero Harm safety culture across all field operations.
• Coordinate and supervise all subcontractor and self-perform work.
• Manage field execution, quality control and compliance.

Skills

Data Center experience

Safety culture leadership

Project management

Field operations supervision

Construction documents knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional construction or engineering education

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Navisworks

Microsoft Office

Primavera P6

Job description

About Balfour Beatty US

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 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.

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!

Mission Critical Superintendent

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.

Minimum Requirements

• 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.