Senior Field Lead, Critical Infrastructure (Data Centers)

Smart Tech Contracting, LLC; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Tech Contracting, LLC seeks a Lead Field Technician – Critical Infrastructure to support hyperscale data center construction projects. You will serve as the senior field execution lead, directing trades and subcontractors, and ensuring work is performed safely, on schedule, and per project requirements.

The role emphasizes strong technical judgment, field presence, and the ability to resolve issues in real time while escalating risks and scope gaps appropriately.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of field execution experience in mission-critical, hyperscale, or complex MEP construction environments.
• Experience directing field crews and coordinating subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, safety practices, and quality control.
• 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 zones.
• Coordinate field labor and subcontractors across trades (electrical, mechanical, automation, controls, networking).
• Develop look-ahead schedules and track progress, productivity and QA/QC.
• Enforce safety policies and stop work for unsafe conditions; escalate risks as needed.
• Provide daily progress updates and prepare field reports and site documentation.
• Interface with GC supervision, inspectors, and trade leads; support lessons learned.

Skills

Field leadership

Construction sequencing

Safety practices

OSHA/NFPA knowledge

Job description

Smart Tech Contracting, LLC seeks a Lead Field Technician – Critical Infrastructure to support hyperscale data center construction projects. You will serve as the senior field execution lead, directing trades and subcontractors, and ensuring work is performed safely, on schedule, and per project requirements.

The role emphasizes strong technical judgment, field presence, and the ability to resolve issues in real time while escalating risks and scope gaps appropriately.