Project Manager

Insight Global; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Data Center OSP Project Manager to lead outside plant fiber construction projects within large data centers. You will guide field operations from planning through closeout, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and financial targets.

The role requires 2+ years of PM experience in fiber or low-voltage construction, strong communication, and the ability to coordinate crews, vendors, and customers. Travel to Cedar Rapids, IA area is possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Current DOT medical card.
• 2+ years of project management experience in low-voltage or fiber construction environments.
• Experience supporting data center projects involving fiber optics, structured cabling, networking, DAS, security, or fire alarm systems.
• Knowledge of outside plant fiber construction methods and standards.
• Ability to read, interpret, and execute work from drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint).
• Bluebeam experience for plan review/markups.
• Strong OSHA safety compliance knowledge.
• Ability to manage crews through training, oversight, and performance.
• Experience tracking project costs, reviewing budgets, and monitoring financial performance.
• Strong communication with customers, crews, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate outside plant fiber construction projects in large data center environments.
• Guide field operations from planning through closeout, ensuring safety, schedule, and budget adherence.
• Oversee documentation, cost control, scope management, and customer collaboration.
• Travel to Cedar Rapids, IA area or work locally as needed to support projects.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Reading drawings

OSHA safety awareness

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

PowerPoint

Job description

The Data Center OSP Project Manager leads and coordinates outside plant fiber construction projects within large‑scale data center environments. This role is responsible for guiding field operations from planning through closeout, ensuring projects are executed safely, on schedule, and within approved financial targets.

The Project Manager acts as the central point of accountability for crews, vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders. Success in this position requires a strong understanding of fiber and low‑voltage systems, the ability to manage multiple workstreams, and a hands‑on leadership style that supports both operational performance and team development.

In addition to managing construction activities, the role involves oversight of documentation, cost control, scope management, and customer collaboration to deliver high‑quality results and long‑term value.

Open to those who are open to traveling to Cedar Rapids, IA, or local to the area.

Required Skills & Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Current DOT medical card
• Minimum of 2 years of project management experience in low‑voltage or fiber construction environments
• Direct experience supporting data center projects involving fiber optics, structured cabling, networking, DAS, security, or fire alarm systems
• Working knowledge of outside plant fiber construction methods and standards
• Ability to read, interpret, and execute work based on construction drawings, specifications, and project schedules
• Comfortable using computers, tablets, and electronic field systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Excel, Word, Project, and -PowerPoint
• Basic working capability in Bluebeam for plan review and markups
• Strong understanding of safety compliance requirements, including OSHA standards
• Ability to manage crews through training, oversight, and performance accountability
• Experience tracking project costs, reviewing budgets, and monitoring financial performance
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with customers, crews, and internal teams