Construction Superintendent - Structural

Post Date

Nov 10, 2025

Location

Syracuse,
New York

ZIP/Postal Code

13202
US
Jan 10, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

RIC-6a8690cd-99e7-46ac-a1f6-b7e102444d84

Pay Rate

$52 - $65 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

We are seeing Construction Superintendents in the structural space to lead field execution on data center construction projects in western NY. Responsibilities include:

Field Leadership & Structural Execution:
Direct and supervise discipline / trade subcontractors on the installation of associated systems.
Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with construction documents, project specifications, and applicable codes.
Coordinate with trade partners and general contractor teams to support integrated construction workflows.

Scheduling & Coordination:
Develop and maintain mechanical lookahead schedules, ensuring alignment with project milestones and project sequencing.
Identify schedule risks early and coordinate solutions to maintain overall project progress.
Work closely with discipline / trade teams to coordinate system startup, testing, and integration.

Quality Control & Commissioning Support:
Perform field inspections to verify proper installation, system layout, and performance readiness.
Ensure compliance with QA/QC standards and support the commissioning process, including functional performance testing and punch list resolution.
Assist with turnover documentation and ensure systems meet commissioning and owner expectations.

Safety & Compliance:
Enforce safety practices including confined space, rigging, lifting operations, and hot work protocols.
Conduct toolbox talks, participate in job hazard analyses (JHAs), and collaborate with EHS teams to maintain a safe jobsite.
Verify subcontractor compliance with all project-specific safety requirements.

Documentation & Communication:
Maintain detailed daily reports, track site activity and workforce hours, and document issues and resolutions.
Review and coordinate RFIs, field directives, and submittal updates related to discipline / trade scope.
Communicate regularly with project leadership on progress, field conditions, and resource needs.

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Required Skills & Experience

7–10+ years of construction experience with at least 3 years in a superintendent or supervisory role.
Experience working on data center, industrial, healthcare, semiconductor, or other mission-critical projects with complex mechanical infrastructure.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, specifications, and coordination plans.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

OSHA 30 certification or equivalent safety training.
Experience with commissioning support and system turnover.
Proficiency with digital tools such as BIM 360, Bluebeam, and scheduling software.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.