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<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>About the Company</strong></p> <div class="x_x_Paragraph x_x_SCXW198602660 x_x_BCX0"> <p><span data-contrast="none">Armada is the hyperscaler for the edge, delivering modular AI infrastructure from first deployment to AI factory with speed, scale and sovereignty. Named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies and to the CNBC Disruptor 50, Armada’s solutions are deployed in over 60 countries globally for organizations ranging from energy to defense. </span></p> <p>With nearly $500 million in funding to date, Armada is backed by leading investors including Founders Fund, Lux, BlackRock and Microsoft (M12), alongside strategic partnerships with Microsoft, Dell, Palantir, NVIDIA, SpaceX, and Skydio. We are building the infrastructure layer for sovereign and edge AI - rugged, deployable compute for customers that cannot rely on centralized cloud.</p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Working at Armada means taking ownership, driving autonomy, and delivering impact. You’ll tackle challenges that haven’t been solved before and help build something transformative from the ground up. What you do here will not only define your career but help further Armada’s mission to bridge the digital divide for customers around the world.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> </div> <p> </p></div><div class="ATS_htmlPreview"> <div> </div> <div><strong>About the role</strong></div> <div> </div> <p>The Site Superintendent will serve as Armada's on-site lead during the installation, startup, and commissioning phases of the Leviathan data center, driving the facility to Ready for Service (RFS). This role bridges traditional construction site management with data center startup and commissioning expertise, acting as the primary point of coordination between the customer's General Contractor (GC) and subcontracted trades, Armada's own subcontractors and trades, and the Commissioning Authority (CxA) team. The ideal candidate combines a strong construction management background with hands-on experience bringing mission-critical or industrial facilities from substantial completion through commissioning to RFS.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <div> <p><strong>Location</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li> <div class="elementToProof">This is an on-site, field-based role located at the Leviathan data center project site [TBD] for the duration of installation, startup, and commissioning.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Must be able to walk active construction sites, climb ladders/stairs, and work in mechanical/electrical spaces under construction; PPE required at all times.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Schedule may require extended hours, weekend work, and short-notice availability during critical energization and testing windows to support RFS milestones.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Travel requirements: [TBD]</div> </li> </ul> </div> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)</strong></p> <p> </p> <div class="elementToProof"> <div class="elementToProof"><strong><em>Site Coordination & Construction Management</em></strong></div> <ul> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Serve as Armada's primary on-site point of contact, coordinating daily activities across the customer's GC, GC-managed subcontractors, and Armada's own subcontracted trades.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Develop, maintain, and enforce integrated site logistics plans, look-ahead schedules, and work sequencing across multiple concurrent trade crews.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Chair or participate in daily and weekly coordination meetings (OAC meetings, trade stacking, site safety huddles) to align GC, subcontractor, and commissioning schedules.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Identify and resolve field conflicts — space, sequencing, access, utility tie-ins — before they impact schedule.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Track and drive closure of punch lists, RFIs, and deficiency logs tied to startup readiness.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Maintain daily site reports, photo documentation, and progress logs for internal and customer stakeholders.</div> </li> </ul> <div class="elementToProof"> </div> <div class="elementToProof"><strong><em>Commissioning Coordination (Path to RFS)</em></strong></div> <ul> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Serve as the field liaison to the Commissioning Authority (CxA), ensuring construction completion aligns with the Level 1–5 commissioning sequence.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Coordinate system turnover packages, startup sequencing, and system-by-system readiness with mechanical, electrical, controls, and fire/life safety trades.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Support and track execution of pre-functional checklists, functional performance testing (FPT), and integrated systems testing (IST).</div> </li> </ul> </div> <div class="elementToProof"> <ul> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Escalate and manage resolution of commissioning-driven punch items, ensuring trades remobilize quickly to close gaps.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Partner with the CxA, engineers of record, and OEM startup technicians to sequence equipment energization, startup, and testing safely and efficiently.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Maintain visibility into the master commissioning schedule and proactively flag risks to the RFS date.</div> </li> </ul> <div class="elementToProof"> </div> <div class="elementToProof"><strong><em>Safety, Quality & Compliance</em></strong></div> <ul> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Enforce site safety programs across all trades on site, including GC-managed and Armada-managed crews, in line with customer and jurisdictional requirements.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Ensure work is executed per approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards; support QA/QC inspections and documentation.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Support permitting, inspection, and AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) coordination as needed to support system energization and occupancy.</div> </li> </ul> <div class="elementToProof"> </div> <div class="elementToProof"><strong><em>Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Communication</em></strong></div> <ul> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Act as a trusted, credible technical and field voice across customer GC leadership, subcontractor superintendents, CxA teams, and Armada leadership.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Provide regular progress updates, schedule risk assessments, and RFS readiness reporting to Armada project leadership and the customer.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Support change management, ensuring field changes are documented and routed through proper approval channels.</div> </li> </ul> </div> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p> <div class="elementToProof"> <div class="elementToProof"> <ul> <li> <div class="elementToProof">8+ years of construction site management experience, including 3+ years focused on mission-critical, data center, or industrial startup/commissioning environments.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Proven track record coordinating multi-trade, multi-stakeholder job sites through substantial completion, startup, and commissioning to occupancy or RFS.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Working knowledge of data center MEP systems (electrical distribution/switchgear, UPS, generators, cooling plants/CRAH-CRAC, BMS/EPMS controls) sufficient to coordinate startup sequencing with the CxA and trades.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Familiarity with commissioning process frameworks (e.g., ASHRAE Guideline 0/1.1, Level 1–5 commissioning) and the ability to translate commissioning requirements into field execution plans.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Strong scheduling acumen (Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar) and experience managing look-ahead schedules across GC and subcontractor crews.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Demonstrated ability to manage relationships with general contractors, subcontractors, and third-party commissioning agents simultaneously.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">OSHA 30 certification (or willingness to obtain); strong site safety leadership background.</div> </li> </ul> </div> <div class="elementToProof"> <ul> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable presenting schedule and risk status to customer and executive stakeholders.</div> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> </div> </div> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Experience with hyperscale or colocation data center construction/startup programs.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Working knowledge of building automation/controls systems and integrated systems testing (IST) processes.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Existing relationships with major data center GCs, CxA firms, and MEP trade contractors.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">PMP, CxA, or CCM certification.</div> </li> <li> <div class="elementToProof">Experience owning or supporting RFS/turnover documentation packages (O&M manuals, as-builts, warranty documentation). </div> </li> </ul> <div> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Compensation</strong></p> <p><u>For U.S. Based candidates:</u> To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. are listed below, varying based on location experience, skills, and qualifications.</p> <p>In addition to base salary, <em><strong>this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits</strong> </em>(details available upon request).</p> <p class="p1"> </p> <p class="p1"> </p> <p class="p1"><strong>Benefits</strong></p> <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li1">Competitive base salary and equity</li> <li class="li1">Medical, dental, and vision (subsidized cost)</li> <li class="li1">Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care FSAs (DCFSA)</li> <li class="li1">Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth 401(k)</li> <li class="li1">Unlimited paid time off (PTO)</li> <li class="li1">14 paid company holidays per year</li> </ul> <p><span style="color: rgb(236, 240, 241);">#LI-AB1</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(236, 240, 241);">#782</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(236, 240, 241);"><span data-teams="true">#LI-Remote</span></span></span></p> <p> </p> </div> </div><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Compensation</div><div class="pay-range"><span>708.000 kr</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>885.000 kr NOK</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>You're a Great Fit if You're</strong></p> <ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1"> <li value="1">A go-getter with a growth mindset. You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build relevant skills and knowledge </li> <li value="2">A detail-oriented problem-solver. You can independently gather information, solve problems efficiently, and deliver results with a "get-it-done" attitude </li> <li value="3">Thrive in a fast-paced environment. You're energized by an entrepreneurial spirit, capable of working quickly, and excited to contribute to a growing company</li> <li value="4">A collaborative team player. You focus on business success and are motivated by team accomplishment vs personal agenda </li> <li value="5">Highly organized and results-driven. Strong prioritization skills and a dedicated work ethic are essential for you </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Equal Opportunity Statement</strong></p> <p>At Armada, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone is given equal opportunities to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, and compensation. Our hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and the business needs at the time.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Unsolicited Resumes and Candidates</strong></p> <p><span data-teams="true">Armada does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external agencies or recruiters. All candidates must apply directly through our careers page. Any resumes submitted by agencies without a prior signed agreement will be considered unsolicited and Armada will not be obligated to pay any fees.</span></p> <p> </p></div>

Site Superintendent – Data Center Startup & Commissioning