Entry-Level Data Center Project Manager

Tri-City Group; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri-City Group seeks a Junior Project Manager to support data center projects within Technologies, Structured Cabling, and Mission Critical Divisions. This is an entry-level role, a first step in a defined career path in Data Center Project Management.

It's ideal for someone with field experience transitioning to management or with a Construction Management background. You will assist with project kickoff through closeout, coordinate with field teams, track submittals, RFIs, and change orders,

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years field or technical experience in structured cabling or low voltage.
• Bachelor's in Construction Management or equivalent training; 4 years total experience acceptable.
• Interest in mission-critical and data center projects.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work within structured documentation and change control processes.
• Clear, professional communication with vendors, project managers, and internal teams.
• Commitment to job site safety standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and willingness to learn project management software.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Support the management of data center structured cabling projects from kickoff through closeout.
• Assist with material procurement and tracking for high-density fiber and copper packages, including long-lead items.
• Prepare and track submittals, RFIs, and closeout documentation to owner standards.
• Coordinate schedules with field foremen, superintendents, subcontractors, and owner's representatives on phased projects.
• Participate in project meetings and site walks with senior project managers.
• Assist with budget tracking and change order documentation on large-scale, multi-phase projects.
• Learn and apply site-specific access, security, and safety protocols in hyperscale environments.
• Support field leadership in enforcing job site safety standards.
• Maintain project files, punch lists, and closeout packages.
• Support onboarding of new hires on site.

Skills

Field experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Willingness to learn PM software

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Management or related training

Low-voltage apprenticeship with hands-on experience

Tools

Procore

Microsoft 365

Job description

Tri-City Group seeks a Junior Project Manager to support data center projects within Technologies, Structured Cabling, and Mission Critical Divisions. This is an entry-level role, a first step in a defined career path in Data Center Project Management.

It's ideal for someone with field experience transitioning to management or with a Construction Management background. You will assist with project kickoff through closeout, coordinate with field teams, track submittals, RFIs, and change orders,