Title: Electrical Project Manager
Location: Iowa
Duration: 12 month + contract 
Pay:  $70 – $90
Per diem: $178.00 per day
Mob/Demob: up $1000 each way

Electrical Project Manager – Data Center Construction

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead the electrical scope of a large-scale data center construction project in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role will be responsible for managing project execution from planning and procurement through installation, commissioning, and turnover, while coordinating closely with field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and the project owner.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in electrical construction and experience managing complex commercial, industrial, mission-critical, or data center projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the electrical scope throughout all phases of construction.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, procurement plans, and project documentation.
• Coordinate electrical subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and field personnel.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and other project documentation.
• Monitor project progress, costs, quality, and schedule performance.
• Coordinate electrical work with other construction disciplines and project stakeholders.
• Lead project meetings and maintain communication with the client, general contractor, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Support material procurement and ensure equipment and materials are available according to the project schedule.
• Identify potential project issues and develop solutions to maintain schedule and budget objectives.
• Coordinate electrical testing, commissioning, startup, and project turnover activities.
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with project specifications, applicable codes, and site safety requirements.
• Support closeout activities, including documentation, punch lists, and final turnover.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing electrical construction projects.
• Experience managing large-scale commercial, industrial, mission-critical, or data center projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical construction and power distribution systems.
• Experience managing subcontractors, vendors, project schedules, budgets, and procurement.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Experience with RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with field teams, clients, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Proficiency with standard project management and construction software.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required with equivalent experience.

Preferred Experience

• Data center or other mission-critical construction experience.
• Experience with large-scale critical power systems.
• Experience with medium-voltage electrical systems, switchgear, generators, UPS systems, transformers, and distribution equipment.
• Experience with electrical commissioning and turnover.
• Experience working for a large electrical contractor on complex, high-value projects.

Travel & Project Location

This position is based on a major data center construction project in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Candidates should be comfortable working on-site for the duration of the project. Some travel may be required depending on project needs.

FootBridge is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We make employment decisions based on qualifications and business needs, without discrimination on any basis, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.