Foreman - Cedar Rapids, IA - Talent Community

Foreman - Cedar Rapids, IA - Recruiting Talent Community

Job

Posted 27-Oct-2025

Role type Full-time

Areas of Interest Construction, Data Centers, Project Management

Location(s) Cedar Rapids - Iowa - United States of America, Des Moines - Iowa - United States of America

CBRE is a leading provider of commercial real estate services. We are seeking a dedicated Foreman to support the delivery of network infrastructure and cabling projects at selected sites. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

The Foreman will be a key member of our operations team, supporting all network infrastructure and cabling projects at a particular site. This position requires strong development, management, customer engagement, operational and leadership skills.

• Report directly to the onsite Project Manager
• Work in conjunction with the Project Manager’s schedule, directives, and requests
• Capture updates from Leads and submit to the Project Manager weekly
• Attend weekly sync with the Project Manager
• Oversee scheduled milestones and productivity adherence
• Oversee site safety conditions
• Coordinate with Field Engineers and other trade contractors for execution of work
• Manage and control labor on assigned projects
• Survey completed work with QAQC Specialist before walking with Field Engineer
• Ensure the quality of work is aligned with customer standards
• Understand leads strengths and weaknesses
• Recommend applicable training for Leads to enhance and embrace their roles
• Ensure Leads follow all customer rules, guidelines, and processes
• Validate project data and track quality, efficiency, and delivery
• Validate all material required to complete the build project
• May be requested to attend customer design and build review meetings
• Support new deployment and live site/production requests
• Support the team to engage with new technology, manufacturers, software with help of project management
• Ensure safety standards and certifications are met during and after completion of install

• Prior experience of five (5) plus years in the installation of standard cabling technologies, rack infrastructure, and managing large scale build projects
• Capability of leading multiple crews
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively
• Ability to forecast manpower and labor units
• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Project)
• Document Lessons Learned from each project
• Documented leadership skills
• Clear and concise written and oral communication
• Document and maintain the build and team’s applicable paperwork
• Ability to read/understand drawings, blueprints, and port maps
• Capable of running midsize to large projects
• Ability to multitask in a high pace work environment
• Understanding of infrastructure builds and components
• Understanding of both copper and fiber installs, terminations, certifications and troubleshooting
• Certified cabling test technician (CFTT) and certified fiber installer (CFI) or equivalent (BICSI or FOA)
• Strong customer service skill
• Understand local region install standards and code
• Documented development of strengths and personal growth in team members
• Clear understanding of job safety requirements and points of contacts

• Primarily walking, standing, and bending for extended periods with some sitting
• Ability to communicate effectively with verbal, written, visual and listening skills
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate required equipment and a computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments
• Able to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 50 pounds
• Ability to pull cables
• Ability to climb ladders and work on raised platforms

CBRE is the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward‑thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on respect, integrity, service, and excellence. We value diverse perspectives and welcome all applicants.

CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how each employee contributes to our company’s success. We provide reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities.

Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans