Senior Field Technician — Critical Infrastructure Lead

SmartTech Contracting LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental and vision

401k with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Smart Tech Contracting seeks a Lead Field Technician – Critical Infrastructure to lead field execution on data center projects ranging from 40 MW to 200 MW. You will direct field crews, coordinate with trade partners, and ensure work aligns with safety, schedule, and quality expectations.

Role requires strong technical judgment, proactive risk management, and clear communication with the Site Superintendent and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–8 years of field execution experience in mission-critical, hyperscale, or complex MEP construction environments.
• Experience directing field crews and coordinating subcontractors.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and schedules.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA 70E, and high-risk construction activities.
• Strong communication across trades and elevation of issues when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field execution for assigned scopes, zones, or workstreams.
• Direct field labor and coordinate subcontractors within assigned areas.
• Coordinate daily activities across electrical, mechanical, automation, controls, networking, and commissioning.
• Participate in daily coordination meetings, site walks, and trade alignment discussions.
• Resolve routine field conflicts and escalate complex issues to the Site Superintendent.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Field coordination

Technical judgment

Cross-trade coordination

Education

Construction management or engineering degree

Tools

Procore

BIM 360

Autodesk Build

Job description

Smart Tech Contracting seeks a Lead Field Technician – Critical Infrastructure to lead field execution on data center projects ranging from 40 MW to 200 MW. You will direct field crews, coordinate with trade partners, and ensure work aligns with safety, schedule, and quality expectations.

Role requires strong technical judgment, proactive risk management, and clear communication with the Site Superintendent and subcontractors.