Lead Field Technician - Critical Infrastructure
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Construction
Operations Manager, Site Manager, Construction Manager/ Foreman, Civil Engineering
Overview
As a master system integrator (MSI), Smart Tech Contracting excels in streamlining complex building automation system (BAS) and technology integrations, offering a comprehensive turnkey package that includes DDC, PLC, and SCADA solutions. We offer systems design, graphical standards development, central plant optimization (CPO), enterprise-level energy and operational monitoring, and robust alarming solutions. Our expertise in hyperscale and colocation data center integrations ensures seamless, efficient operations vital in today data-driven world.
Position Title:
Lead Field Technician – Critical Infrastructure
Position Location:
Must relocate to or live in Atlanta, GA / Amarillo, Lubbock, Big Spring, Fort Worth, Dallas, El Paso, TX / Las Cruses, NM
The Field Lead – Critical Infrastructure is a senior field execution role supporting hyperscale and colocation data center construction projects ranging from 40 MW to 200 MW. This role operates as the primary execution lead for assigned scopes, zones, or work streams under the direction of the Site Superintendent. The Field Lead coordinates daily activities across trades, directs field crews and subcontractors within their scope, and ensures work is executed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with project requirements.
The Field Lead serves as a key extension of the Site Superintendent, translating execution plans into daily field action. This role requires strong technical judgment, field presence, and the ability to resolve issues in real time while escalating risks, conflicts, and scope gaps appropriately.
- Lead day-to-day field execution for assigned scopes, zones, or work streams.
- Direct STC field labor and coordinate subcontractors and trade partners within assigned areas.
- Coordinate daily activities across trades including electrical, mechanical, automation, controls, networking, and commissioning.
- Participate in daily coordination meetings, site walks, and trade alignment discussions.
- Resolve routine field conflicts and sequencing issues; escalate complex issues to the Site Superintendent.
- Develop and maintain 2–3 week look-ahead schedules aligned with the GC master schedule.
- Track daily progress, manpower loading, and productivity within assigned scopes.
- Enforce QA/QC requirements and verify work complies with drawings, specifications, and approved plans.
- Identify constructability issues, installation deficiencies, and scope gaps; document and elevate with recommendations.
- Enforce OSHA, NFPA 70E, STC safety policies, and project-specific safety requirements within assigned areas.
- Lead daily toolbox talks and support weekly safety stand-downs.
- Verify compliance with JHAs, pre-task plans, energized work permits, and high-risk activity controls.
- Stop work for unsafe conditions within assigned scopes and immediately notify the Site Superintendent.
- Provide clear daily updates to the Site Superintendent on progress, risks, and constraints.
- Support preparation of field reports, look-aheads, and site documentation.
- Interface professionally with GC supervision, inspectors, and trade leads as directed.
- Support lessons learned capture and continuous improvement of field execution practices.
- On time and on budget
- Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned
- Minimum 6–8 years of experience in field execution roles within mission-critical, hyperscale, or complex MEP construction environments
- Demonstrated experience directing field crews and coordinating subcontractors
- Strong understanding of construction sequencing, safety practices, and quality control
- Experience working under a Site Superintendent or Project Superintendent in large-scale projects
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and schedules
- Working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA 70E, and high-risk construction activities
- Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate across trades and escalate effectively
- Proficiency with…
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