Remote Field Lead - Critical Infrastructure (Data Centers)

Smart Tech Contracting, LLC; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & Vision

401k matching

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Smart Tech Contracting is seeking a senior Field Lead - Critical Infrastructure to drive field execution on hyperscale data center projects across multiple sites. You will coordinate trades, lead field crews, and ensure safety, schedule, and quality requirements are met under the Site Superintendent's direction.

The role demands strong technical judgment, hands-on leadership, and the ability to resolve issues in real time while escalating risks and scope gaps. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-8 years in field execution 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 on large-scale projects.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and schedules.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Field leadership

Trade coordination

Construction sequencing

Safety compliance

Procore experience

Communication skills

Education

Associate/Bachelor in Construction Management or related

Tools

Procore

BIM 360

Autodesk Build

Job description

Smart Tech Contracting is seeking a senior Field Lead - Critical Infrastructure to drive field execution on hyperscale data center projects across multiple sites. You will coordinate trades, lead field crews, and ensure safety, schedule, and quality requirements are met under the Site Superintendent's direction.

The role demands strong technical judgment, hands-on leadership, and the ability to resolve issues in real time while escalating risks and scope gaps. Travel up to 25% may be required.