Data Center Electrical Superintendent - job is located in Cedar Rapids

Job Description

Job Description

Superintendent – Electrical Construction

Minimum requirement is a Journeyman License

Hiring Company: Quality “Plus” Services
Project: Data Center (Mission-Critical Facility)
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA

Position Summary

Quality “Plus” Services is seeking an experienced Electrical Superintendent to lead field execution on a large-scale data center project in Cedar Rapids, IA. This position is responsible for supervising all on-site electrical construction activities, ensuring work is performed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contract documents, codes, and client standards. The Electrical Superintendent serves as the on-site authority for electrical scope coordination, workforce leadership, and quality execution.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Construction Leadership

• Manage and oversee all electrical construction activities from project mobilization through commissioning and turnover
• Direct installation of complex electrical systems, including:
• • Medium- and low-voltage power distribution
  • Switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, PDUs, and backup generators
  • Grounding and bonding systems
  • Lighting, fire alarm, and life safety systems
• Interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, and contract requirements
• Plan, sequence, and coordinate work to meet aggressive project milestones
• Serve as primary on-site electrical contact for the General Contractor, client, inspectors, and vendors

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce Quality “Plus” Services’ safety program and OSHA requirements
• Lead job hazard analyses (JHAs), toolbox talks, and daily safety briefings
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70/70E, local jurisdiction codes, and data center safety standards
• Proactively identify and correct unsafe conditions

Workforce & Subcontractor Management

• Supervise electrical foremen, journeymen, and apprentices
• Coordinate staffing levels and manpower planning to meet schedule demands
• Monitor productivity, manpower efficiency, and quality of work
• Manage subcontractors to ensure scope alignment and performance expectations

Quality Control & Commissioning Support

• Enforce quality standards and workmanship expectations
• Perform field inspections to verify installations meet plans and specifications
• Coordinate testing, equipment startups, and commissioning support
• Resolve field conflicts, constructability issues, and RFIs in coordination with the Project Manager

Schedule, Progress & Reporting

• Assist with development and maintenance of project schedules
• Track daily progress and report field status to project leadership
• Identify potential schedule impacts and implement corrective actions
• Support material coordination and logistics to avoid delays
• Participate in punch lists, inspections, and closeout activities

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum requirement is a Journeyman License
• Minimum 8+ years of Commercial electrical construction experience , with a strong preference for data center, mission-critical, industrial, or large commercial projects
• Proven experience as an Electrical Superintendent , Lead Foreman, or similar leadership role
• Extensive knowledge of NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and electrical construction best practices
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred

• Prior data center or mission-critical facility experience
• Experience supporting commissioning and Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license (state or reciprocal)
• OSHA 30 certification

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in an active construction environment
• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and lift materials as required
• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, or shifts as needed to meet project schedules

About Quality “Plus” Services

Quality “Plus” Services is a trusted provider of skilled construction and technical professionals supporting complex projects nationwide. We are committed to safety, quality craftsmanship, and delivering exceptional results for our clients across mission-critical, industrial, and commercial sectors.

QPS is a true multi-craft industrial contractor, providing the efficiency that comes from a single point of contact and allowing for tasks and projects to be carefully tracked and monitored and ensuring a timely and cost-effective completion that is measured in safety and quality of craftmanship.

Company Description

QPS is a true multi-craft industrial contractor, providing the efficiency that comes from a single point of contact and allowing for tasks and projects to be carefully tracked and monitored and ensuring a timely and cost-effective completion that is measured in safety and quality of craftmanship.