Traveling Superintendent - Datacenter

TEKsystems

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 55,000

Full time

10 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Health Spending Account

Job summary

TEKsystems in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Superintendent to oversee field operations on data center and structured cabling projects. This contract-to-hire role requires travel, with provided flights, hotel, car, and a $75/day per diem for food.

You will lead crews, coordinate schedules, and enforce safety standards on site. The incumbent will mentor teams, manage subcontractors, and report project progress to clients.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience supervising construction or data center projects.
  • Experience with structured cabling, fiber optics, rack-and-stack, pathways, and cable tray installations.
  • Strong understanding of project scheduling and manpower planning.
  • Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and project management software.

Responsibilities

  • Project Execution: Manage daily field operations for data center and structured cabling projects; coordinate manpower, equipment, and materials to meet schedules.
  • Team Leadership: Supervise Foremen, Lead Technicians, and installation crews; conduct toolbox talks and safety meetings; mentor field personnel.
  • Client & Vendor Relations: Act as onsite contact for customers and general contractors; coordinate with subcontractors and project stakeholders; attend project meetings and provide status updates.
  • Safety & Compliance: Enforce safety policies and OSHA regulations; conduct site safety inspections and risk assessments; ensure PPE usage; investigate incidents or near misses.
  • Scheduling & Reporting: Develop and manage short and long-term project schedules; track labor hours and productivity; submit daily reports and field documentation; coordinate project closeout.

Skills

Data center construction experience
OSHA 30 certification
Leadership of 10-50+ technicians
Structured cabling installations
Reading blueprints and construction

Education

BICSI Installer/Technician/RCDD certification

Job description

Seeking candidates available for travel work

Flights, hotel, and rental car provided

$75/day Per Diem for food

Description

Position Summary

The Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all field operations on assigned projects, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with customer specifications and company standards. This role serves as the primary onsite leader managing crews, subcontractors, and day-to-day construction activities.

Key Responsibilities
Project Execution
  • Manage daily field operations for data center and structured cabling projects.
  • Coordinate manpower, equipment, and materials to meet project schedules.
  • Monitor project progress and identify potential delays or issues.
  • Maintain quality control standards and ensure customer requirements are met.
Team Leadership
  • Supervise Foremen, Lead Technicians, and installation crews.
  • Conduct daily toolbox talks and safety meetings.
  • Mentor and develop field personnel.
  • Manage workforce productivity and staffing levels.
Client & Vendor Relations
  • Act as the primary onsite contact for customers and general contractors.
  • Coordinate activities with subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.
  • Attend project meetings and provide status updates.
Safety & Compliance
  • Enforce company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
  • Conduct site safety inspections and risk assessments.
  • Ensure all employees utilize required PPE.
  • Investigate and document incidents or near misses.
Scheduling & Reporting
  • Develop and manage short-term and long-term project schedules.
  • Track labor hours and productivity metrics.
  • Submit daily reports, progress updates, and field documentation.
  • Coordinate project closeout activities.
Scheduling & Reporting
  • Develop and manage short-term and long-term project schedules.
  • Track labor hours and productivity metrics.
  • Submit daily reports, progress updates, and field documentation.
  • Coordinate project closeout activities.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Data center construction experience.
  • BICSI Installer, Technician, or RCDD certification.
  • OSHA 30 certification.
  • Experience leading teams of 10-50+ technicians.
  • Experience working in active hyperscale or enterprise data center environments.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience supervising construction or data center projects.
  • Experience with structured cabling, fiber optics, rack-and-stack, pathways, and cable tray installations.
  • Strong understanding of project scheduling and manpower planning.
  • Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and project management software.
Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Atlanta,GA.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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