Traveling Superintendent- Data Center/Mission Critical

Pepper Construction Group LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) match

Vacation time and PTO

Student loan repayment program

Professional networking opportunities

Company events and volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Pepper Construction Group LLC is looking for an experienced Traveling Superintendent for a critical data center construction project. The ideal candidate will manage the overall direction of field operations, including scheduling and labor budget, ensuring a successful project completion.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in construction management, significant experience in commercial construction, and a willingness to travel throughout the Midwest. The position offers competitive benefits, including vacation, PTO, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Significant experience with at least 8 years in managing commercial construction activities.
• 5+ years of field supervision experience required.
• Experience with data center and mission-critical construction.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule project, including short-interval schedules.
• Control job progress, managing subcontractors and project costs.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and provide team leadership.

Skills

Commercial construction supervision experience

Site management

People management

MEP-intensive construction knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management

Job description

With offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. Pepper Construction provides clients the experience and resources of a national company, combined with the hands‑on approach of a local company.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced Traveling Superintendent for a mission‑critical data center construction project. Superintendents are responsible for the overall direction of field operations, completion schedules, and labor budget outcome of their construction project, including any self‑perform work. They will direct and supervise all Pepper Construction field personnel and all subcontractors on the jobsite effectively to bring the project to a successful completion from groundbreaking to commissioning. Our superintendents establish a positive and effective work relationship with the members of the Project Team (Project Managers, Owners, Architects, and Subcontractors).

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Site Management

• Plan and schedule project, including short‑interval schedules
• Schedule manpower and develop a working budget based on the estimates and project schedule
• Control job progress by managing subcontractors, solving problems and conflicts, using proper documentation, quality control and safety control techniques on the job
• Control project costs by weekly evaluation of labor, material, and equipment costs, adjusting to ensure a fair profit while maximizing customer satisfaction foremost
• Demonstrate superior construction process knowledge, with an emphasis on data experience and/or MEP

People Management

• Ensure customer satisfaction by recognizing and meeting all the client’s needs
• Provide leadership through team building communications, motivation, confidence, good judgment and listening to others
• Manage and mentor other Pepper Construction Supervisors
• Ensure that all parties understand the importance of safety on the project and educate all that need it

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or equivalent knowledge through commercial construction supervision experience
• Significant experience with at least 8 years as a manager of commercial construction activities in the field. Must possess superior construction knowledge and excellent personnel management skills
• 5+ years of field supervision experience
• Experience with data center, mission‑critical, or hyperscale construction
• Experience overseeing MEP‑intensive construction projects
• Willingness to travel throughout the Midwest for projects

WHY PEPPER?

• Great benefits (medical, dental, vision) and 401(k) match—your future is in good hands
• Vacation time, PTO, holidays, floating holidays and more
• Student loan repayment program
• Opportunities to network and grow professionally
• A supportive team environment that celebrates success
• Engaging and fun company‑wide events
• Volunteer opportunities
• Meaningful work bringing a positive impact to communities

Pepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas.