Senior Field Superintendent - Electrical

Insight Global; Ellendale (ND); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Senior Field Superintendent to provide on-site owner representation for large-scale data center construction projects. You will oversee daily construction activities, ensure quality, safety, and schedule adherence, and coordinate with GCs, subcontractors, vendors, utilities, and authorities.

This role may emphasize Electrical or Mechanical scope depending on qualifications and project needs, with a focus on mission-critical environments and turnover to operations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in commercial, industrial, or mission-critical construction.
• Strong data center or critical infrastructure construction experience preferred.
• Electrical or Mechanical construction expertise required or preferred.
• Deep understanding of construction sequencing, QA/QC, and jobsite logistics.
• OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain).
• Experience with CPM schedules and project controls.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction/project management tools.
• Strong communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical and operational issues.
• Proven leadership presence and ability to foster team morale.

Responsibilities

• Maintain on-site presence to monitor construction execution, schedule, and quality.
• Serve as owner’s on-site construction SME and liaison with the GC.
• Participate in key meetings (OAC, coordination, pull planning, BIM/VDC, RFI/submittals).
• Track progress against milestones and communicate schedule risks.
• Address and resolve on-site conflicts; escalate issues as needed.
• Manage site logistics and owner-furnished equipment (OFCI).
• Coordinate with project management on submittal approvals and delivery timing.
• Oversee QA/QC and site documentation, including site photos.
• Drive punch-list closure and turnover readiness to Operations.
• Review and manage testing and inspection providers; monitor quality metrics.

Skills

Commercial construction

Industrial construction

Data center experience

Electrical construction

Mechanical construction

QA/QC

OSHA 30

CPM schedules

Microsoft Office

PM tools

Leadership presence

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction/PM tools

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Field Superintendent provides on‑site owner representation for large‑scale data center construction projects. This role is responsible for overseeing daily construction activities, ensuring quality, safety, schedule adherence, and coordination across general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, utilities, and local authorities. The Superintendent reports to the Campus Project Director and serves as the primary field‑level construction authority.

This role may emphasize Electrical or Mechanical scope, depending on qualifications and project needs.

Project Types

• Ground‑up data center construction
• Expansion of existing data center campuses
• Retrofit and upgrade of critical infrastructure
• Large customer fit‑outs and occupancy readiness projects

Key Responsibilities

Site Leadership & Construction Oversight

• Maintain consistent on‑site presence to monitor construction execution, schedule, and quality
• Serve as owner’s on‑site construction SME and primary liaison with the GC
• Participate in key construction meetings (OAC, subcontractor coordination, pull planning, BIM/VDC, RFI/submittals)
• Track progress against milestones; identify and communicate schedule risks and impacts
• Address and resolve on‑site conflicts; elevate issues as needed

Procurement & OFCI Management

• Manage site logistics and intake for owner‑furnished equipment (OFCI)
• Ensure proper documentation, inspection, and tracking of all owner‑furnished materials
• Coordinate with project management on submittal approvals and delivery timing

Quality Control & QA/QC

• Oversee on‑site quality control processes and job documentation (including site photography)
• Enforce construction best practices for mission‑critical environments
• Drive punch‑list closure and readiness for turnover to Operations
• Review and manage specialty testing and inspection providers
• Track quality metrics and implement corrective actions as needed

Safety, Security & Compliance

• Partner with field safety teams to uphold site‑specific EH&S requirements
• Ensure GC compliance with approved safety and site security plans
• Promote a clean, safe, and controlled jobsite environment

Reporting & Change Management

• Provide clear, concise construction status reports (schedule, risk, mitigation)
• Support review of change orders, pay applications, and cost control efforts

Commissioning & Turnover Support

• Support commissioning and integrated systems testing in coordination with engineering and Cx teams
• Lead closeout and turnover activities, ensuring complete and accurate documentation for Operations

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Skills and Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in commercial, industrial, or mission‑critical construction
• Strong data center or critical infrastructure construction experience preferred
• Electrical or Mechanical construction expertise
• Deep understanding of construction sequencing, QA/QC, and jobsite logistics
• OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain)
• Experience working with CPM schedules
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction/project management tools Strong communication, listening, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical and operational issues
• Proven leadership presence and ability to foster team morale
• Strong understanding of building systems and mission‑critical construction processes
• Experience with cost estimating, budgeting, forecasting, and schedule management
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining a safe work environment
• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently in dynamic construction environments
• Strong work ethic and collaborative mindset