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Data Center Owner's Representative/Project Manager (Onsite-Cedar Rapids, IA)

Job ID

255943

Posted

14-Jan-2026

Service line

PJM Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Construction, Data Centers, Project Management

Location(s)

Cedar Rapids - Iowa - United States of America

About the role

We are seeking an onsite Construction Project Manager focused on network infrastructure/security construction projects in Cedar Rapids, IA for a Hyperscale Data Center. The Construction Project Manager will apply their experience and technical expertise to lead complex projects with numerous cross-functional teams. CPM will plan requirements with internal customers and external partners to guide projects through the entire project lifecycle including working with customers to develop project scopes, leading project schedules and cost, identifying risks and clearly presenting goals to project collaborators. Responsible for resolving highly critical issues within matrix organization while maintaining detailed adherence to project timelines and costs.

Join our team onsite in **Cedar Rapid, IA.** We are willing to provide relocation assistance for the right candidate.

What you’ll do

+ Conduct the structured fiber kickoff meeting and monitor the design for OSP and ISP.

+ Facilitate the client "radio" kickoff meeting and work with the vendor to completion.

+ Acting as the primary liaison to network infrastructure/security-related owner

+ Construction progress reviews and construction quality reviews via weekly site walks

+ Facilitate weekly data center hall walks with as needed

+ Perform field safety walks and input Boots On The Ground with observations. Ensure EH&S compliance.

+ Collect owner stakeholder needs and expectations, gaining and maintaining collaborators support, mitigating/channeling opposition.

+ Schedules reviews to make sure turning points on checklist are adhered to as well as ensuring structured fiber is complete according to schedule of ancillary systems that require connectivity

+ Facilitate Security kickoff meeting works with GC

+ Attend weekly construction meetings

+ Develop scope and RFP Issuance

+ OFCI procurement - BOM review and RFQ Issuance

+ GEN switches and WAPS

+ Security archives

+ Bundled fiber

+ Purchase of OFE structured fiber

+ Initiate end to end funding requests for projects

+ Manage "Buganizer" - application to update risk/rappy & fluxx

+ Resolving issues and producing post-mortems when SLO commitments are missed.

+ Initiate requests and provide requested information needed for Smart Track Work Package Creation

+ Complete Smart Track enrollment, submit employee compliance documents, and onboarding class.

+ Own furnished material management

+ Update QuickBase (project management tool) requests and ensure it is up to date

+ Perform initial review and approval of invoices before advancing to final review and approval to PO owner

+ Manage the contractor to ensure goals are being met and complete monthly actualization.

+ Lead Change and Risk Management.

+ Budget Management and Cashflow reporting

+ Schedule and achievement reporting

+ Complete project closure actions

+ Supervise site-level productivity and efficiency on a regular basis

What you’ll need

+ Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

+ Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. LEED AP, PMP, and/or CCM designation(s) preferred.

+ Construction project/program management experience. Fiber optic systems and low voltage telecom/security, preferably in the data center environment, is helpful but not required.

+ Experience handling vendor relationships and understanding of standard practices in the design and construction industry, including knowledge of fast track design build processes.

+ Demonstrated skills in requirements gathering, resource organization, task prioritization, scheduling and achieving objectives on schedule, and within budget.

+ BICSI, RCDD, RTPM, PMP, or similar industry certifications are highly desired.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Disclaimer:

_Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend will be consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE Project Management, you will subsequently transfer to the newly formed entity that encompasses both organizations._

**Equal Employment Opportunity:** CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

**Candidate Accommodations:** CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

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