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Join Our Team for a World-Class Data Center Project in Columbus, Ohio.

Are you ready to be part of the next big build? Walbridge is expanding our team and looking for talented General Construction professionals to help deliver an innovative, world-class data center project.

This is a unique opportunity to step into the fast-growing data center industry. Whether or not you have previous data center experience, we want to hear from you if you have a strong background in general construction and a drive to take on impactful, career-defining work. 

We are especially interested in candidates based near Columbus, Ohio, who are passionate about building and strengthening their local community.

The Opportunity

Walbridge is looking for Superintendents that know how to and love to build!  Schedule, coordinate and supervise Electrical craft employee activities. May involve supervising one or more trade groups, including electricians, plumbers, sheet metal workers, and similar within the construction industry.

Location

We are prioritizing candidates located near Columbus, Ohio who possess a commitment to building within their community. Otherwise, travel to this project is required.

Your key responsibilities

• Resource Management: Plan and supervise Assistant Superintendent (on larger projects) and/or craft activities such as, determining method of construction, workforce levels, material quantities equipment, temporary power sources, work schedule and documenting actual hours worked. Maintain liaison with other departments such as Material Control, Purchasing, Quality Control, and Engineering to ensure all required materials, equipment, inspections, support craft activities and project schedule.
• Project Planning and Strategy: Coordinate assigned work with the work of different crafts, company departments, or other contractors.
• Risk Management: Assist the Labor Relations Department in maintaining communications with unions, resolving jurisdictional disputes, requisitioning required workforce, and as necessary the labor approach for the projects assigned. Monitor craft compliance with project safety program requirements; document and ensure corrective measures are implemented.
• Team Leadership: Maintain liaison with engineering, estimating, and planning to ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, and schedule. Experience assisting in resolving construction problems such as lack of productivity and work interfaces is required.

Overall, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful execution of projects that drive significant growth and innovation within the organization and serve our client’s needs.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Minimum of 8 years supervisory experience in similar facility construction technology, methods, equipment, tools, and work procedures required.
• Strong Electrical background in Data Centers’ experience is preferred.
• Titles by discipline may include, Construction Superintendent (for civil work), Structural Superintendent, Mechanical Superintendent, or Electrical Superintendent.
• Advanced understanding of construction scheduling, cost control and demonstrated ability to control and supervise large groups.
• Prior experience with Commercial or Industrial project scopes of at least $15M value.
• A valid driver’s license in the US and a valid passport required; willingness and ability to travel; travel is estimated at 70+%.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Excellent communication and organizational skills to coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong history of leading, motivating and mentoring cross-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, laws, standards, and regulations.
• Successful background maintaining high safety standards and delivering quality outcomes.
• Proficiency in developing and implementing project strategies, plans, and budgets.

Skills and attributes for success

• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and adapt to changing project requirements.

Excited to make an impact? Apply now by clicking the “Apply” button below! We can’t wait to hear from you!

Walbridge is an equal opportunity employer with a culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, status as an individual with a disability, military, or protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning career development, recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment.