Construction Superintendent - Architectural Site Work

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Construction Superintendent - Architectural Site Work

Position: Construction Superintendent Architectural Data Centers

Location: Home Base: Central, NY (Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse) U.S. Project Sites (Travel Required) Reports To: Senior Superintendent / Construction Manager

Ramboll in Americas

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Job Description

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Architectural Construction Superintendent to lead the field execution of architectural scopes on fast-paced data center construction projects. This role is responsible for managing the installation of building envelopes, interior finishes, raised floors, clean rooms, ceilings, doors/hardware, and architectural details, ensuring compliance with specifications, schedule, and safety standards.

The ideal candidate brings deep field experience in managing high-end architectural scopes within mission-critical or technically complex environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Field Supervision & Execution

  • Direct daily activities of subcontractors responsible for architectural systems including:
    • Building envelope (walls, windows, doors, roofing)
    • Drywall, painting, ceilings, raised access flooring
    • Doors, frames, and hardware
    • Cleanroom and other controlled-environment finishes
  • Ensure all installations are aligned with design intent, code requirements, and project specifications.
  • Maintain a consistent field presence to monitor safety, quality, and productivity.

Coordination & Scheduling

  • Develop and manage 3-week lookahead schedules for architectural trades.
  • Coordinate architectural scopes with structural and MEP systems to prevent conflicts and ensure seamless integration.
  • Support MEP access and in-wall/in-ceiling inspections prior to enclosure or finish installation.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

  • Perform routine field inspections to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and QA/QC protocols.
  • Ensure tolerances, finishes, alignments, and transitions meet architectural standards and owner expectations.
  • Coordinate with quality, design, and commissioning teams to address punch items and maintain clean turnover zones.

Safety & Site Leadership

  • Enforce jobsite safety practices among subcontractors working on finishes, working at height, and in enclosed spaces.
  • Conduct toolbox talks and ensure compliance with all project safety procedures, including dust mitigation and cleanliness in operational environments.
  • Support protection of completed finishes during ongoing construction activity.

Documentation & Communication

  • Maintain daily logs of manpower, progress, inspections, and issues.
  • Coordinate RFIs and field changes with engineering, document control, and design teams.
  • Participate in OAC and subcontractor coordination meetings to represent the architectural field scope.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of experience in commercial or industrial construction with a focus on architectural trades.
  • Proven experience managing architectural scopes on data centers, healthcare, pharmaceutical , other mission-critical projects or larger industrial projects.
  • Strong understanding of commercial finishes, building envelopes, cleanroom protocols, and controlled-access construction.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, finish schedules, and construction specifications.
  • Familiarity with sequencing of architectural trades within the broader construction lifecycle.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • OSHA 30 certification.
  • Proficiency with Bluebeam , ACC, or other construction field management tools.
  • Experience with BIM coordination and integration of architectural elements into 3D models.
  • LEED knowledge or experience on sustainable/high-performance buildings is a plus.

Personal Attributes:

  • Strong leadership and organizational skills with a detail-oriented mindset.
  • Excellent communication skills with ability to coordinate across disciplines and field crews.
  • Able to maintain high standards of finish in high-pressure, schedule-driven environments.
  • Commitment to safety, professionalism, and team collaboration.

Why Join Us?

As a Construction Superintendent Architectural with Ramboll, you will play a critical role in delivering world-class data centers that support the future of global technology. You'll help bring architectural precision and performance to complex, high-stakes environments.

Location:
Syracuse

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