Data Center MEP Superintendent

Location: On-site in Cedar Rapids, IA

A leading construction organization specializing in complex, high-performance environments is seeking a Data Center MEP Superintendent to support the delivery of large-scale, mission critical projects. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in building advanced infrastructure that powers today’s digital economy. The ideal candidate will thrive in fast-paced environments, take ownership of field operations, and bring deep expertise in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems within technically demanding builds.

This Role Offers:

• Competitive compensation with comprehensive benefits
• Exposure to complex, large-scale data center and mission critical construction
• Strong pipeline of ongoing and upcoming projects
• Collaborative, performance-driven culture with advancement opportunities
• Opportunity to lead critical MEP scopes on impactful builds

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily field operations for MEP scopes on mission critical construction projects
• Coordinate construction sequencing, manpower planning, and material procurement
• Partner with project leadership to develop and maintain detailed project schedules, including short-term look-ahead plans
• Oversee subcontractor performance, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and quality expectations
• Facilitate preconstruction and coordination meetings with internal teams and trade partners
• Monitor installation progress, proactively identifying and resolving field issues
• Ensure compliance with construction documents, codes, and safety standards
• Communicate project updates, risks, and milestones to stakeholders and leadership
• Drive quality control efforts through regular inspections and adherence to standards
• Support labor planning, workforce coordination, and productivity optimization

Qualifications:

• 5 plus years of experience in commercial construction, with a focus on MEP systems
• Proven experience on mission critical or data center projects strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of building systems, construction methods, and sequencing
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple trades
• Knowledge of applicable building codes and industry standards
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with construction management software tools is a plus
• Willingness to work on-site and support project demands

About Blue Signal:  

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