Assistant Superintendent - Data Center Construction (2nd Shift)

Position Overview

Align seeks an Assistant Superintendent to coordinate second-shift construction activities for a data center white space fit-out in the Detroit metropolitan area. This person will work closely with the Project Manager and daytime field team to oversee contractors, monitor installation progress, and keep work moving safely and on schedule.

The ideal candidate has previous construction field experience, communicates well with contractors and clients, and is comfortable taking ownership of onsite activities. This is an opportunity for an Assistant Superintendent, Foreman, Field Engineer, or experienced construction professional ready to take the next step in their career.

Previous data center construction experience is strongly preferred. Candidates with relevant electrical, mechanical, low-voltage, or industrial construction experience will also be considered based on their background and field leadership experience.

• This position requires working onsite during the second shift, approximately 4pm to midnight
• This is a full-time salaried position offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, paid training and performance-based bonuses 

Responsibilities

• Serve as Align’s onsite field representative during the second shift, coordinating work with contractors, vendors, and client representatives
• Review daily priorities and planned activities with the Project Manager and daytime team to ensure a clear handoff between shifts
• Coordinate contractor activities and work sequencing, confirming crews have the access, materials, and information needed to complete assigned work
• Walk the jobsite to monitor installation progress and quality against project drawings, specifications, and client requirements
• Support white space fit-out activities, including cabinets, containment, cable pathways, structured cabling, and associated electrical and mechanical installations
• Reinforce site safety requirements, address unsafe conditions, and escalate concerns through the appropriate site procedures
• Identify scheduling conflicts, material shortages, installation issues, and other obstacles; work with the project team to resolve them
• Maintain daily reports, progress photos, and field issue logs. Communicate potential scope changes and work requiring clarification to the Project Manager
• Coordinate punch-list work and support inspections, testing, and turnover activities as assigned
• Provide the daytime team with a clear update on completed work, outstanding issues, and next steps

Qualifications

• Previous experience in construction field supervision or coordination, with responsibility for directing crews or coordinating subcontractors
• Experience in data center, construction, electrical, mechanical, low-voltage, industrial, or other critical facility experience will all be considered
• Ability to read construction drawings and understand installation requirements and work sequencing
• Working knowledge of construction safety practices and the ability to recognize and address jobsite hazards
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with consistent follow-through on field issues and commitment
• Ability to make sound decisions within assigned responsibilities and recognize when to involve the Project Manager or senior field leadership
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and maintaining daily construction documentation. Experience with Bluebeam, Procore, or similar tools is a plus.
• Ability to work onsite consistently during the required second-shift hours

To support a fair, consistent, and high-quality hiring experience, some interviews may be recorded. These recordings help our team focus fully on the conversation at hand, rather than note-taking, and allow us to better evaluate and improve our recruitment process. Recordings are used solely for internal purposes such as training, quality assurance, and process improvement. Candidates will be informed in advance and asked to provide consent before any recording takes place. 

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