Senior Mechanical Superintendent - Owner's Representative

Applied Digital; Ellendale (ND); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Digital is seeking a Senior Field Superintendent in Ellendale, ND, to supervise and coordinate the construction of data centers. This position entails collaborating with contractors, ensuring quality control, and managing project logistics to ensure success.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in mission-critical construction and possess strong project management and communication skills. This role includes physical demands and a commitment to safety in operations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in commercial, industrial, or mission-critical construction.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• OSHA 30 Certified or willing to achieve.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate construction activities.
• Manage team members and contractors.
• Provide onsite technical support and quality control.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Technical expertise

Quality control

Education

10+ years in commercial or mission-critical construction

OSHA 30 Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

At Applied Digital, we are the epicenter of AI innovation, crafting cutting‑edge data center solutions tailored for high‑performance computing needs. Built to support AI and machine learning workloads, our infrastructure powers tomorrow’s technologies, including AI‑driven video and generative platforms.

Our Culture

• Forward‑Thinkers: We spot market trends and future innovations, adapting quickly and leading technological evolution.
• Resilient: We navigate complex challenges, delivering robust and reliable solutions to industry pioneers.
• Innovative Designers: Leveraging the latest technologies, we create visionary solutions that redefine industry standards.

We remain committed and steadfast in solving intricate problems, advancing business initiatives, maximizing operational efficiency, and reducing our carbon footprint.

Senior Field Superintendent

The Senior Field Superintendent supervises and coordinates construction activities of datacenters, reporting directly to Applied Digital’s Campus Project Director. The role ensures project success by monitoring and facilitating collaboration among Applied Digital, contractors, subcontractors, 3rd‑party vendors/contractors, and regulatory bodies, requiring technical expertise, communication skills, and project management acumen.

Projects

• Development of ground‑up data center buildings
• Redevelopment or upgrade of existing properties to state‑of‑the‑art data centers
• Expansion of data centers and critical infrastructure within existing facilities or on existing property
• Large customer fit‑outs and retrofits to accommodate customer occupancy and deployment needs

Duties

Scope Specific

• Depends on qualifications; the role is available to Mechanical and Electrical scope experts.
• Staffing duties as outlined below for the selected scope.

EH&S Job Site Specific (Primary and Supporting Role)

• Collaborate with APLD on‑site EH&S to establish and sustain health, safety, and security controls in accordance with corporate objectives.

Procurement (Primary Responsibility)

• Ensure the GC manages site logistics for APLD owner‑furnished equipment, understanding the full OFCI process.
• Work with the Project Manager to receive approved submittals for all owner‑furnished equipment.
• Inspect and check in all Applied Digital‑furnished equipment and materials that arrive at the jobsite.

Construction Management, Administration & Management (Primary Responsibility)

• Be on site on behalf of APLD Monday‑Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM; weekends or evenings may be required.
• Notify APLD of neighbor or jurisdiction complaints or issues.
• Participate in GC‑led weekly meetings, including OAC, subcontractor coordination, pull planning, design, BIM/VDC meetings, RFI/submittal, etc.
• Provide onsite technical SME support, ROJ dates, visual inspections, and quality control of OFCI and CFCI equipment.
• Manage team members, stakeholders, neighboring properties, contractors, utility providers, and inspection agencies.
• Address disputes or conflicts, escalating to the Project Manager when appropriate.
• Understand key schedule milestones and actively track contractor activities.
• Prepare clear monthly/weekly progress reports, including plan, actual, variance, risk, and mitigation measures.

Quality Control (Primary Responsibility)

• Manage onsite job photography.
• Review GC’s Quality Control plan and align it with APLD specifications.
• Drive closure of punch‑list items and expedite turnover to Operations.
• Develop and monitor quality program metrics and correct problematic trends.
• Ensure contractors follow site cleanliness plans and industry best practices for data center construction.
• Review owner‑provided specialty testing and inspections conducted by contractors.

Site Security (Primary Responsibility)

• Ensure the GC manages the site to the agreed security plan.

Billing, Invoice Processing & Change Management (Primary Responsibility)

• Assist with pay monitoring and control to keep the project within budget.
• Review change orders and pay applications with the Applied Digital Project Manager.
• Support Engineering, CxA for startup and commissioning as needed.

Closeout & Turn‑over (Primary Responsibility)

• Coordinate with the Project Manager and APLD Engineering/Turn‑over team to collect and review Turnover Package for completeness and accuracy.

Other Duties

• Demonstrate the behaviors of an APLD Construction Manager: proactive, leader in the room, energy supplier.
• Manage special or atypical projects as assigned.
• Assist Sales or Finance as directed by Supervisor.
• Facilitate inter‑departmental coordination with DCO, Accounting, Finance, Procurement, Engineering.
• Lead or assist in process improvement initiatives with Supervisor.
• Act as APLD site logistics lead for office trailer, signage, equipment, UTVs, etc.
• Manage tour requests and site visits on behalf of APLD.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent listening and strong communication skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Ability to create and support team morale.
• Apply critical thinking and logic to problem solving.
• Articulate contract and technical matters clearly.
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
• Demonstrated understanding of building processes and systems.
• Understanding of cost estimating, budgeting and forecasting.
• Commitment to foster a safe work environment.
• Strong work ethic and "can-do" attitude.
• Self‑starter and ability to work independently.
• Strong cultural fit with Applied Digital and collaborative mindset.

Basic Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in commercial, industrial, or mission‑critical construction.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• OSHA 30 Certified or willing to achieve.
• Understanding of CPM Schedule Logic.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, talk, hear, and lift up to 25 pounds.

Applied Digital is currently unable to sponsor new applicants for employment authorization or provide immigration‑related support for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, visa categories such as H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1, O-1, and any work authorization requiring employer sponsorship.