Construction Superintendent - Architectural

Company Description

Position:
Construction Superintendent - Architectural - Data Centers

Location:

Home Base:
Central, NY (Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse) U.S. Project Sites (Travel Required)

Reports To:

Senior Superintendent / Construction Manager

Ramboll in Americas

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Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Architectural Construction Superintendent to lead the field execution of architectural scopes on fast-paced data center construction projects. This role is responsible for managing the installation of building envelopes, interior finishes, raised floors, clean rooms, ceilings, doors/hardware, and architectural details, ensuring compliance with specifications, schedule, and safety standards.

The ideal candidate brings deep field experience in managing high-end architectural scopes within mission-critical or technically complex environments.

• Direct daily activities of subcontractors responsible for architectural systems including:
  • Building envelope (walls, windows, doors, roofing)
  • Drywall, painting, ceilings, raised access flooring
  • Doors, frames, and hardware
  • Cleanroom and other controlled-environment finishes
• Ensure all installations are aligned with design intent, code requirements, and project specifications.
• Maintain a consistent field presence to monitor safety, quality, and productivity.

• Develop and manage 3-week lookahead schedules for architectural trades.
• Coordinate architectural scopes with structural and MEP systems to prevent conflicts and ensure seamless integration.
• Support MEP access and in-wall/in-ceiling inspections prior to enclosure or finish installation.

• Perform routine field inspections to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and QA/QC protocols.
• Ensure tolerances, finishes, alignments, and transitions meet architectural standards and owner expectations.
• Coordinate with quality, design, and commissioning teams to address punch items and maintain clean turnover zones.

• Enforce jobsite safety practices among subcontractors working on finishes, working at height, and in enclosed spaces.
• Conduct toolbox talks and ensure compliance with all project safety procedures, including dust mitigation and cleanliness in operational environments.
• Support protection of completed finishes during ongoing construction activity.

• Maintain daily logs of manpower, progress, inspections, and issues.
• Coordinate RFIs and field changes with engineering, document control, and design teams.
• Participate in OAC and subcontractor coordination meetings to represent the architectural field scope.

• 7+ years of experience in commercial or industrial construction with a focus on architectural trades.
• Proven experience managing architectural scopes on data centers, healthcare, pharmaceutical, other mission-critical projects or larger industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of commercial finishes, building envelopes, cleanroom protocols, and controlled-access construction.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, finish schedules, and construction specifications.
• Familiarity with sequencing of architectural trades within the broader construction lifecycle.

• OSHA 30 certification.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, ACC, or other construction field management tools.
• Experience with BIM coordination and integration of architectural elements into 3D models.
• LEED knowledge or experience on sustainable/high-performance buildings is a plus.

• Strong leadership and organizational skills with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to coordinate across disciplines and field crews.
• Able to maintain…