Data Center Network Construction Lead

Iren Group; Childress (TX); On-site; USD 96,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

IREN is seeking a Construction Manager – Network in Childress, TX, to oversee installation and integration of network infrastructure for data center construction. You will coordinate structured cabling, fiber optics, and networking hardware, ensuring safety and project specs are met.

The role requires 7+ years in network infrastructure with supervisory experience, plus familiarity with data-center environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree advantageous for managing large teams or complex projects; equivalent military or trade school experience in low-voltage systems or network infrastructure will also be considered.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in network infrastructure or low-voltage construction, including at least 4 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in data center environments or other mission-critical facilities (e.g., hospitals, telecom hubs, or industrial plants) is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of structured cabling systems, fiber optics, and networking hardware

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of subcontractors and technicians installing network infrastructure (structured cabling, fiber optics, network hardware).
• Maintain execution schedule throughout the project and communicate expectations clearly to the installation team.
• Establish and maintain tracking of field events showing progress and projected completion.
• Review construction drawings and specifications to ensure installations meet design and client requirements.
• Monitor progress against schedules and report status to project leadership.
• Conduct inspections and quality checks for compliance with TIA/EIA, BICSI, and safety standards.
• Oversee material deliveries, equipment staging, and inventory tracking.
• Troubleshoot field issues and provide technical guidance.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and IT teams for system integration.
• Maintain documentation of work, inspections, and change orders.
• Support commissioning and testing activities prior to handover.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Reading drawings

TIA/EIA knowledge

BICSI knowledge

NFPA knowledge

Schedule management

Education

Bachelor’s degree advantageous

Job description

IREN is seeking a Construction Manager – Network in Childress, TX, to oversee installation and integration of network infrastructure for data center construction. You will coordinate structured cabling, fiber optics, and networking hardware, ensuring safety and project specs are met.

The role requires 7+ years in network infrastructure with supervisory experience, plus familiarity with data-center environments.