Data Center MEP Lead for Mission-Critical Construction

Blue Signal Search; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Data center projects

Career growth

On-site role

Job summary

Blue Signal is seeking a Data Center MEP Superintendent to lead daily field operations on large-scale mission-critical construction projects in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will coordinate MEP sequencing, procurement, and subcontractor performance while ensuring safety, quality and schedule.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in commercial construction with data center experience, a bachelor’s degree in CM or engineering, and strong leadership with clear communication.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction experience with MEP focus.
• Experience on mission critical or data center projects preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in CM/engineering or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field operations for MEP scopes on mission critical construction projects.
• Coordinate sequencing, manpower planning and material procurement.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules with short-term look-ahead plans.
• Oversee subcontractor performance to align with scope, schedule and quality.
• Facilitate preconstruction and coordination meetings with teams and trade partners.
• Monitor progress and resolve field issues proactively.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards and safety requirements.
• Communicate updates, risks and milestones to stakeholders.
• Drive quality control through inspections and adherence to standards.
• Support labor planning, workforce coordination and productivity.

Skills

Leadership

Field operations

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Blue Signal is seeking a Data Center MEP Superintendent to lead daily field operations on large-scale mission-critical construction projects in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will coordinate MEP sequencing, procurement, and subcontractor performance while ensuring safety, quality and schedule.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in commercial construction with data center experience, a bachelor’s degree in CM or engineering, and strong leadership with clear communication.