ES Superintendent

Insight Global; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Site Superintendent to oversee on-site field operations for large-scale physical security installations in data center environments. You will lead 5–15 technicians, coordinate with the GC and internal teams, ensure NEC/NFPA compliance, and drive installation, testing, and turnover activities to meet schedule requirements.

The role requires strong leadership, coordination, and documentation skills, plus a focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as supervisor/foreman leading 5–15 crew in low-voltage/electronic security or GC projects.
• Experience coordinating with general contractors and other trades on site.
• Proficient in reading engineered drawings, CAD layouts, and construction documents.
• Ability to interpret project schedules and maintain on-time delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead field teams and supervise 5–15 technicians on active sites.
• Communicate project status, risks, and updates to PM and leadership.
• Coordinate with GC and trades to align with schedules.
• Enforce OSHA safety standards and site requirements.
• Oversee installation, testing, and turnover documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Field coordination

Reading drawings

Scheduling

Safety leadership

Tools

Lenel

DMP

S2

Avigilon

Genetec

Bosch

Brivo

CAD

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Description

The Site Superintendent is responsible for overseeing day‑to‑day field operations for large‑scale physical security installation projects within data center environments. This role provides leadership, technical guidance, quality oversight, and coordination between subcontractors, general contractors, and internal project teams. The Site Supervisor ensures all access control, CCTV, intrusion, cabling, and infrastructure work is installed to specification, compliant with NEC/NFPA standards, and delivered on schedule.

Core Responsibilities

Field Leadership & Oversight

• Supervise and direct 5–15 installation technicians and subcontractors on active job sites.
• Serve as the primary on‑site contact, communicating project status, risks, and updates to the Project Manager and leadership team.
• Coordinate daily work activities with the General Contractor (GC), ensuring alignment with construction schedules and other trades.
• Enforce safety practices and compliance with OSHA and site‑specific requirements.
• Step in to support hands‑on installation tasks when needed to maintain schedule.

Technical Responsibilities

• Oversee installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning of:
• Electronic access control systems
• CCTV/video surveillance systems
• Intrusion detection platforms
• Network‑based security devices and low‑voltage infrastructure
• Perform system testing, validation, and documentation for turnover.
• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and CAD design packages for field execution.
• Ensure installations meet NEC, NFPA, and manufacturer standards.
• Support development and review of O&M documentation, bulletins, and as‑built updates.

Quality & Schedule Management

• Conduct routine quality inspections with QC personnel to maintain installation standards.
• Track daily progress, document milestones, and elevate issues that impact schedule or scope.
• Coordinate material deliveries, staging, and inventory needs with the Project Manager.
• Ensure timely completion of project phases and commissioning deliverables.

Documentation & Communication

• Maintain accurate field reports, redlines, daily logs, and issue trackers.
• Communicate construction impacts, conflicts, and design concerns to engineering and PM teams.
• Participate in commissioning planning and execute system verification procedures.

Skills and Requirements

Must Haves

• 5+ years of experience as a supervisor, superintendent or foreman leading crews of 5-10 people from a Low voltage, electronic security, or GC background
• Experience coordinating with general contractors and other trades on site
• Experienced with project documentation and reporting
• Ability to read and interpret engineered drawings, risers, CAD layouts, and construction documents.
• Ability to understand and follow project schedule

Plusses

• Knowledge of Division 28
• Data center physical security installation experience.
• Experience with major security platforms such as Lenel, DMP, S2, Avigilon, Genetec, Bosch, Brivo, or similar.
• Familiarity with commissioning methodologies for enterprise security systems.
• Experience updating O&M manuals, creating redlines, and working with engineering teams on design revisions.
• CAD or Bluebeam experience for markup and planning.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].