General Superintendent

GC - GENERAL SUPERINTENDENT - DATA CENTER CONSTRUCTION-TRAVELINGDelta Construction Partners is a national executive search firm for the nation's premier electrical and general contractors and industry professionals. Delta has been retained by a confidential client to conduct a search for a General Superintendent based in Atlanta, GA, traveling to projects throughout the SE.While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.General Superintendent Compensation & Benefits:Total compensation for the General Superintendent is competitive and commensurate with experience.Competitive base salaryPerformance bonus programComprehensive health benefits package - Vision, Medical, Dental401K retirement plan with company matchVehicle allowance, fuel card, and company credit card for business-related expensesPaid time off (PTO) and holidaysCareer development and leadership opportunitiesGeneral Superintendent Duties & Responsibilities:Project Leadership & OperationsLead the full construction lifecycle of mission-critical data center projects in partnership with Project Managers and Project ExecutivesProvide strategic direction for planning, coordination, sequencing, and site logistics specific to high-density, high-redundancy environmentsOversee all day-to-day jobsite operations including personnel, financials, safety, scheduling, commissioning readiness, and qualityDirect daily field operations, including trade sequencing, manpower planning, and site utilization tailored to data center constraintsManage heavy equipment logistics (cranes, rigging, delivery coordination for large electrical/mechanical equipment)Technical & MEP Systems ManagementApply advanced understanding of complex MEP, electrical distribution, UPS systems, generators, BMS/EPMS, cooling technologies, and associated risk factors unique to data centersManage quality control for all critical-path systems, including white space, mechanical yards, electrical rooms, and equipment startupsConduct constructability reviews with focus on high-density MEP integration and redundancy requirementsEnsure strict adherence to owner standards, industry codes, and mission-critical best practicesCommissioning & Quality AssuranceOversee commissioning readiness and coordinate with commissioning agentsEnsure trades meet Level 1-5 commissioning requirementsProvide high-level oversight of safety, quality, risk, and compliance across all phases of constructionEnsure accurate maintenance of as-built drawings, revision logs, and turnover documentationManage punch list completion, commissioning closeout, and turnover documentationEnsure all systems meet owner requirements for reliability, redundancy, and performanceScheduling & CoordinationDevelop and manage CPM schedules, including short-interval look-ahead schedules for critical-path MEP and commissioning activitiesTrack progress against milestones such as energization, mechanical completion, commissioning levels, and substantial completionCreate and maintain phased Job Site Utilization Plans specific to data center construction flowLead weekly coordination meetings with trade partners, design teams, commissioning teams, and the ownerSubcontractor & Trade ManagementDevelop scopes of work for mission-critical trades (electrical, mechanical, controls, fire protection, low voltage, security, etc.)Coordinate and schedule work activities for tradespeople, forepersons, and field professionalsConduct preconstruction meetings with subcontractors before each major phase (MEP rough-in, equipment set, energization, commissioning, etc.)Review quantity takeoffs, materials management, and procurement strategies for long-lead and critical equipmentSafety & ComplianceSupport and enforce site-specific safety programs and OSHA complianceRefuse unsafe work and ensure all activities follow established safety proceduresReport incidents, near misses, and hazardsWear and maintain required PPEParticipate in inspections, safety meetings, and required trainingSupport trade partner compliance with all safety regulations and site-specific requirementsFinancial & Business ManagementUnderstand financial impacts and integrate cost-effective solutions, including value engineering when appropriateMonitor project costs and maintain financial health of projectsSupport the permit process and ensure compliance with local authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs)Leadership & Stakeholder RelationsMentor site superintendents and field staff, including performance evaluations and professional developmentRepresent the company in owner meetings, interviews, xijylhu and presentationsBuild strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendorsUphold company values, ethics, and code of conductGeneral Superintendent Qualifications:Minimum 12 years of construction experience requiredSeveral years of experience in mission-critical or highly complex MEP-intensive projects requiredExperience managing projects valued at $100M or greater (data center experience strongly preferred)Strong understanding of planning and scheduling for mission-critical environmentsDeep knowledge of complex MEP systems, redundancy strategies, and commissioning processesStrong financial and business acumen for monitoring project costsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)Ability to interpret technical specifications, blueprints, engineering drawings, and installation manualsDemonstrated competency across all trade types relevant to data center constructionStrong leadership and team management abilitiesExceptional communication and coordination skillsValid driver's license with acceptable driving recordAbility to pass pre-employment drug screening and background checkMust be authorized to work in the U.S.Preferred but Not Necessary:Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (equivalent education, training, or experience may substitute)OSHA 30 certificationExperience with Procore, Primavera P6, or similar project management softwarePMP or CCM certification

Created: 2026-03-28