Mission Critical Superintendent Job Washington area,District of Columbia USA,Construction

This is an opportunity to join a well regarded General Contractor focused on mission critical construction across the US. They deliver large scale data center and infrastructure projects for major clients and have built a strong reputation for consistent delivery. With a steady pipeline of secured work, they are continuing to grow their presence in the Washington DC area and are looking to add a Mission Critical Superintendent to the team.

What

you'll be doing:

Lead all on site construction activities from mobilization through to final handover

Manage short-term planning, look-ahead schedules, and alignment with the master program

Coordinate structural, architectural, MEP, and specialist systems installation

Drive key milestones including energization, commissioning, and phased turnover

Oversee site logistics, sequencing, and multiple work streams

Promote a strong safety culture and ensure full compliance on site

Maintain QA and QC standards and support commissioning readiness

Manage subcontractors and hold teams accountable for delivery, quality, and safety

Lead coordination meetings and resolve issues to maintain progress

Provide updates to clients and stakeholders on progress and risks

What we're looking for:

10+ years in commercial construction with minimum 5 years as a Superintendent

Experience delivering mission critical projects such as data centers or similar environments

Strong understanding of MEP systems and commissioning processes

Ability to read drawings, specifications, and construction schedules

Experience with construction management tools such as Procore and BIM platforms

OSHA 30 certification or equivalent

Willingness to travel or relocate as required

Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage teams and stakeholders

Able to work in fast paced environments and manage multiple priorities

More reasons to apply:

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Opportunity to lead major mission critical projects with well known clients

Work alongside experienced teams on technically demanding builds

Strong pipeline of work offering long term stability

Clear scope for progression within a growing business

Projects that involve advanced technology and large scale infrastructure

Have the backing of an established contractor with a strong reputation in the mission critical space