Harper Harrison
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This range is provided by Harper Harrison. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $150,000.00/yr - $185,000.00/yr
Additional compensation types Annual Bonus and Stock options
Building Careers from the Ground Up | Specialist in Residential, Commercial & Industrial Construction Talent | Your Go-To for Ground-Up & Interior… Lead Superintendent – Mission Critical / Data Center Projects
About the Company:
Join a nationally recognized design–build contractor known for delivering some of the most technically complex mission critical and hyperscale data center projects in the country. This firm has been in rapid growth mode for over a decade, consistently ranking among the ENR Top Contractors and widely regarded as a go-to partner for fast-track, high-performance data center builds.
They operate with a true integrated design-build approach, giving their field leaders unmatched influence, autonomy, and visibility across the life of each project. The company offers a robust travel package, a high-performing bonus structure, and a lucrative ESOP program that builds real long-term wealth.
The Role: Lead Superintendent – Data Centers
As the Lead Superintendent, you will oversee ground-up data center projects across multiple regions, traveling full-time to support programmatic clients. You will be the primary field leader driving schedule, safety, quality, and trade coordination, while partnering tightly with project management, design, and engineering teams.
This is an opportunity for a Superintendent who thrives in fast-paced environments, wants a long-term runway to grow, and enjoys working on repeat client, mission‑critical programs.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all on‑site construction activities for data center projects from sitework through commissioning and turnover.
Maintain and drive overall project schedule; proactively identify and resolve conflicts.
Oversee all safety protocols and cultivate a culture of zero incidents.
Coordinate and manage all subcontractors, field engineers, and craft labor.
Partner with internal design‑build teams to troubleshoot constructability issues early.
Ensure project quality standards, specifications, and client expectations are met or exceeded.
Interface with the client’s field team, commissioning agents, and QA/QC personnel.
Produce daily reports, lead site meetings, and communicate clearly with all stakeholders.
Mentor junior supers and contribute to developing strong field leadership bench strength.
Qualifications
8–15+ years of experience in field supervision with a general contractor.
Strong background in mission critical/data center, industrial, tilt‑wall, or large commercial projects.
Experience leading projects $50M–$250M+ preferred.
Demonstrated ability to manage fast‑track schedules and complex MEP‑heavy scopes.
Willingness to travel full‑time (travel package provided).
Strong communicator with a collaborative leadership style.
Competitive base salary + strong performance bonus
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) and additional retirement benefits
Clear path for growth into Senior Superintendent or Field Operations Leadership
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Quality Assurance and Other
Industries Construction and Building Construction
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This range is provided by Harper Harrison. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $150,000.00/yr - $185,000.00/yr
Additional compensation types Annual Bonus and Stock options
Building Careers from the Ground Up | Specialist in Residential, Commercial & Industrial Construction Talent | Your Go-To for Ground-Up & Interior… Lead Superintendent – Mission Critical / Data Center Projects
About the Company:
Join a nationally recognized design–build contractor known for delivering some of the most technically complex mission critical and hyperscale data center projects in the country. This firm has been in rapid growth mode for over a decade, consistently ranking among the ENR Top Contractors and widely regarded as a go-to partner for fast-track, high-performance data center builds.
They operate with a true integrated design-build approach, giving their field leaders unmatched influence, autonomy, and visibility across the life of each project. The company offers a robust travel package, a high-performing bonus structure, and a lucrative ESOP program that builds real long-term wealth.
The Role: Lead Superintendent – Data Centers
As the Lead Superintendent, you will oversee ground-up data center projects across multiple regions, traveling full-time to support programmatic clients. You will be the primary field leader driving schedule, safety, quality, and trade coordination, while partnering tightly with project management, design, and engineering teams.
This is an opportunity for a Superintendent who thrives in fast-paced environments, wants a long-term runway to grow, and enjoys working on repeat client, mission‑critical programs.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all on‑site construction activities for data center projects from sitework through commissioning and turnover.
Maintain and drive overall project schedule; proactively identify and resolve conflicts.
Oversee all safety protocols and cultivate a culture of zero incidents.
Coordinate and manage all subcontractors, field engineers, and craft labor.
Partner with internal design‑build teams to troubleshoot constructability issues early.
Ensure project quality standards, specifications, and client expectations are met or exceeded.
Interface with the client’s field team, commissioning agents, and QA/QC personnel.
Produce daily reports, lead site meetings, and communicate clearly with all stakeholders.
Mentor junior supers and contribute to developing strong field leadership bench strength.
Qualifications
8–15+ years of experience in field supervision with a general contractor.
Strong background in mission critical/data center, industrial, tilt‑wall, or large commercial projects.
Experience leading projects $50M–$250M+ preferred.
Demonstrated ability to manage fast‑track schedules and complex MEP‑heavy scopes.
Willingness to travel full‑time (travel package provided).
Strong communicator with a collaborative leadership style.
Competitive base salary + strong performance bonus
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) and additional retirement benefits
Clear path for growth into Senior Superintendent or Field Operations Leadership
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Quality Assurance and Other
Industries Construction and Building Construction
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Harper Harrison by 2x
Get notified about new Construction Superintendent jobs in Chicago, IL.
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