Superintendent at Overwatch Mission Critical – Ellendale, North Dakota

About Overwatch Mission CriticalOverwatch is a service-disabled Veteran-owned small business (SDVOB) certified through the National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC), offering construction professional services, talent acquisition, and general contractor services for the mission-critical infrastructure industry.Our mission is the construction and management of state-of-the-art data centers with the precision and reliability this industry demands. From high-end engineers to seasoned professionals, we deploy the people you need to get your data center off the ground. At Overwatch, it's more than a job — it's purpose.
The Superintendent is the "boots on the ground" leader for the project site. You are responsible for the daily management of field operations, ensuring that the work is performed safely, stays on schedule, and meets strict quality standards. You will act as the primary point of contact for subcontractors and craft labor to keep the project moving forward efficiently.
Key Responsibilities

• Field Supervision: Directly oversee subcontractors, vendors, and field labor to ensure all work aligns with design documents and contract requirements.
• Safety Coordination: Actively enforce the project safety plan to maintain an injury-free job site.
• Scheduling & Sequencing: Assist in planning and coordinating the daily sequence of work to meet project milestones.
• Quality Control: Ensure all installations, including base building concrete, building shell, and MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) systems, adhere to high-quality standards.
• Material Procurement: Manage the onsite delivery and procurement of materials needed for upcoming phases of work.
• Issue Resolution: Identify and troubleshoot field conflicts early to prevent delays in the construction schedule.

Qualifications

• Field Experience: Solid experience supervising field craft labor and managing subcontractors on large-scale projects.
• Technical Knowledge: A strong understanding of various construction aspects, including concrete, building shells, interiors, and MEP systems.
• Leadership Skills: The ability to motivate a field team, communicate clearly with diverse groups, and maintain professional relationships.
• Proactive Mindset: Someone who is self-motivated and can anticipate project needs before they become problems.
• Physical Readiness: Capability to be on your feet, walk large job sites, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds as required by site conditions.

Driver’s License RequirementFor roles that require on-site presence or travel between work locations as an essential function of the position, candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license appropriate for the role and be eligible to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with applicable laws.
Communication SkillsDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a professional work environment, including preparing written reports and documentation, conveying information clearly to team members, clients, and stakeholders, and responding appropriately to verbal and written communications related to job duties.
Physical Requirements and Work EnvironmentThis position operates primarily in an active data center construction environment, encompassing both indoor and outdoor work settings. The role requires the physical ability to perform essential job functions safely and effectively in a dynamic environment that includes ongoing construction activity and evolving site conditions.
The work environment includes areas and temporary structures owned, leased, or controlled by third parties over which Overwatch may have limited or no control. Because the project remains under construction, certain areas of the site — including access routes, staging zones, and temporary structures — may not yet be fully ADA-compliant until construction is complete or those third-party areas are finalized.
Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction-related noise, vibrations, and odors.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high-activity environments.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots, is required.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.

Work EnvironmentWork is performed primarily in and around active construction areas, which may include unfinished buildings, temporary field offices, staging areas, and partially completed infrastructure. These locations may contain uneven surfaces, limited accessibility, and other conditions typical of construction projects prior to final completion. Overwatch does not control and cannot modify accessibility conditions within areas, facilities, or temporary structures owned or managed by third parties.
Reasonable AccommodationReasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position, provided such accommodations do not create safety hazards, impede essential mobility within active work zones, or require modification of facilities not owned or controlled by Overwatch.
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BenefitsOverwatch Construction offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and relocation assistance available.
OVERWATCH is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. OVERWATCH considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.