Electrical Controls Superintendent - Data Center

Position Overview

Gilbane is seeking an Electrical Controls Superintendent - Data Center to independently manage all field operations on hyperscale data center projects. You will be on-site daily and play a key role in coordinating teams, ensuring safety compliance, and delivering high-quality construction outcomes. This role offers extensive career growth opportunities within a family-owned, Top-10 ENR Contractor committed to excellence, safety, and an inclusive culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the day-to-day coordination of trade contractors and subcontractors to ensure high-quality work per the approved project schedule.
• Develop, document, and communicate work plans, including field changes and scheduling updates.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents to proactively identify and resolve potential issues.
• Verify that all necessary permits are obtained and uphold safety compliance as the primary safety representative.
• Lead contractor meetings, manage daily reports via software tools, and update project schedules with contingency plans as needed.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage jobsite logistics while developing and overseeing the Quality in Construction (QIC) plan.
• Train direct reports on project needs, construction knowledge, and business acumen; support scopes of work, T&M tracking, and financial forecasting.
• Collaborate with business development to integrate sales strategies and strengthen client and industry relationships.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• 7-12 years of experience in a superintendent role on commercial/industrial construction projects valued at $100 million or larger.
• Hyperscale Data Center experience is required.
• Certifications including OSHA 30-hour, STS-C, and First Aid, CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed Training (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Strong technical and communication skills combined with excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction software tools related to logistics, scheduling, and cost control.
• Solid knowledge of construction safety processes with the ability to enforce a “safety first” culture on-site.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: The pay ranges from $116,800 - $175,000 plus benefits and a retirement program.
• Competitive health and welfare benefits.
• Generous profit-sharing and 401(k) plan.
• Access to multi-dimensional training opportunities through the award-winning Gilbane University.