Senior Superintendent

Who We Are:

CBRE | DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, is a leading technology infrastructure services provider enabling mission critical data center infrastructure for the world's technology leaders. Catering to a broad spectrum of technology and client requirements, 1200+ skilled technicians deliver over 1000 projects annually across data center markets in the US and APAC. DL has proven success in the deployment of next-generation infrastructure technologies across the data center lifecycle; from design & planning, install & build through Day 2 maintenance, technology upgrades & retrofits, including delivering the latest wave of AI/ML platforms.

Who You Are:

We are seeking a highly experienced, disciplined, and strategic Senior Superintendent to provide programmatic leadership and oversight of field operations across multiple projects. This role is responsible for driving standardized execution, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures, enforcing safety and quality standards, and delivering accurate, timely, and consistent field reporting.

The Senior Superintendent is a senior field leader who oversees and mentors Project Superintendents, promotes operational consistency across sites, and partners closely with Project Managers and leadership to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in full compliance with contractual and organizational requirements.

What You'll Do:

The Senior Superintendent provides program-level oversight of field construction activities across multiple data center projects, ensuring standardized execution, compliance, and performance across all sites.

• Serve as the primary oversight liaison for Owners, Architects, Engineers, and internal leadership related to overall field operations and execution consistency across projects.

• Provide direct leadership, mentoring, and supervision of Project Superintendents, including performance management, coaching, development planning, and participation in hiring, onboarding, and disciplinary actions.

• Establish, implement, and enforce standardized field policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure consistent project execution, safety, quality, and reporting.

• Oversee the development, review, and adherence to project work schedules and look-ahead plans, ensuring critical path awareness, material expediting, and proactive risk mitigation by Project Superintendents.

• Ensure strict adherence to ethics, compliance, contractual obligations, and corporate governance requirements across all projects.

• Provide programmatic oversight of site safety programs, ensuring Project Superintendents consistently implement corporate safety standards, subcontractor compliance, and regulatory requirements.

• Monitor and evaluate field performance related to scheduling, logistics, manpower planning, quality control, and productivity, intervening as needed to correct deficiencies or risks.

• Ensure effective coordination of work among all trades and oversee the resolution of escalated field issues related to design clarifications, procedures, sequencing, labor availability, or equipment.

• Oversee implementation, review, and approval of mock-ups, testing procedures, and inspection readiness to ensure consistent quality standards across projects.

• Ensure that all required permits, inspections, and insurance requirements are obtained, tracked, and maintained, and that Project Superintendents follow standardized processes when coordinating with inspection agencies.

• Provide oversight of General Conditions and General Requirements budgets, working with Project Managers to control costs and drive accountability at the field level.

• Ensure consistent, accurate, and timely reporting from all Project Superintendents, including daily reports, safety logs, schedule updates, manpower reporting, and Work-In-Place (WIP) documentation.

• Oversee and review monthly progress reporting and billing support activities, including estimates of work completed, payroll inputs, material invoices, and subcontractor payment applications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company procedures.

• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with approved contract documents, drawings, specifications, company standards, and client requirements.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying trends, lessons learned, and corrective actions across projects to enhance operational performance.

What You'll Need:

• 10+ years of progressive construction field experience, including demonstrated leadership over multiple projects or large, complex programs.

• Bachelor's Degree preferred

• Extensive experience managing and mentoring Superintendents or equivalent field leadership roles.

• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, scheduling, safety management, quality control, and cost awareness, particularly within data center or mission-critical environments.

• Proven ability to enforce policies, procedures, and standardized reporting while maintaining strong working relationships across teams.

• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Why CBRE:

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure:

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on select positions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Senior Superintendent position is $110,000 annually or $52.88 per hour and the maximum salary for the position is $130,000 annually or $62.50 per hour. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience.

Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).