Lead Field Technician - Critical Infrastructure
SmartTech Contracting LLC · Amarillo, TX, US
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About the Role
This senior field execution role supports hyperscale and colocation data center construction projects, acting as the primary execution lead for assigned scopes under the direction of the Site Superintendent. The role requires strong technical judgment, field presence, and the ability to resolve issues in real time.
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day field execution for assigned scopes, zones, or workstreams.
- 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.
- Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget.
- Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned.
Requirements
- 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 construction field tools and platforms (e.g., Procore, BIM 360, Autodesk Build, or similar).
- Ability to operate independently within defined scope while aligning with site leadership direction.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to rent vehicles.
- Full-time, daily presence at the assigned project site.
- Willingness to work extended hours and night shifts during critical construction, testing, and commissioning windows.
- Up to 25% travel to other STC job sites as business needs require.
- Valid REAL ID or passport required for domestic travel.
- Travel may occur by car or air depending on project requirements.
Skills
- Technical judgment
- Field presence
- Issue resolution
- Risk escalation
- Conflict resolution
- Sequencing
- Quality control
- Constructability analysis
- Safety enforcement
- Communication
- Reporting
- Procore
- BIM 360
- Autodesk Build
Location
- Atlanta, GA
- Amarillo, TX
- Lubbock, TX
- Big Spring, TX
- Fort Worth, TX
- Dallas, TX
- Buffalo, NY
- El Paso, TX
- Las Cruces, NM
Work Type
- Full-time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- Senior
- 6-8 years
Education Level
- Associate’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a related field
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a related field
- Equivalent experience may be considered
Benefits
- Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
- Dental and vision plans
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
- 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
- PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
- Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
- Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
- Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
- Paid parental leave after one year of employment
About the Company
- Smart Tech Contracting offers a very competitive benefits package.
- Smart Tech Contracting is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security.
- We encourage diversity in our workforce.
- Apply now and join our award-winning team!
Equal Opportunity
- Smart Tech Contracting is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security.
- We encourage diversity in our workforce.