Data Center Electrical Superintendent - Cedar Rapids in Saint Louis

Superintendent – Electrical Construction

Minimum requirement is a Journeyman License

Hiring Company: Quality “Plus” Services

Project: Data Center (Mission-Critical Facility)

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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