Job Description
Superintendent - Electrical Construction
Hiring Company: Quality "Plus" Services
Project: Data Center (Mission-Critical Facility)
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
Position Summary
Quality "Plus" Services is seeking an experienced Electrical Superintendent to lead field execution on a large-scale data center project in Cedar Rapids, IA. This position is responsible for supervising all on-site electrical construction activities, ensuring work is performed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contract documents, codes, and client standards. The Electrical Superintendent serves as the on-site authority for electrical scope coordination, workforce leadership, and quality execution.
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Construction Leadership
- Manage and oversee all electrical construction activities from project mobilization through commissioning and turnover
- Direct installation of complex electrical systems, including:
- Medium- and low-voltage power distribution
- Switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, PDUs, and backup generators
- Grounding and bonding systems
- Lighting, fire alarm, and life safety systems
- Interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, and contract requirements
- Plan, sequence, and coordinate work to meet aggressive project milestones
- Serve as primary on-site electrical contact for the General Contractor, client, inspectors, and vendors
Safety & Compliance
- Enforce Quality "Plus" Services' safety program and OSHA requirements
- Lead job hazard analyses (JHAs), toolbox talks, and daily safety briefings
- Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70/70E, local jurisdiction codes, and data center safety standards
- Proactively identify and correct unsafe conditions
Workforce & Subcontractor Management
- Supervise electrical foremen, journeymen, and apprentices
- Coordinate staffing levels and manpower planning to meet schedule demands
- Monitor productivity, manpower efficiency, and quality of work
- Manage subcontractors to ensure scope alignment and performance expectations
Quality Control & Commissioning Support
- Enforce quality standards and workmanship expectations
- Perform field inspections to verify installations meet plans and specifications
- Coordinate testing, equipment startups, and commissioning support
- Resolve field conflicts, constructability issues, and RFIs in coordination with the Project Manager
Schedule, Progress & Reporting
- Assist with development and maintenance of project schedules
- Track daily progress and report field status to project leadership
- Identify potential schedule impacts and implement corrective actions
- Support material coordination and logistics to avoid delays
- Participate in punch lists, inspections, and closeout activities
Qualifications
Required
- Minimum 8+ years of Commercial electrical construction experience, with a strong preference for data center, mission-critical, industrial, or large commercial projects
- Proven experience as an Electrical Superintendent, Lead Foreman, or similar leadership role
- Extensive knowledge of NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and electrical construction best practices
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Preferred
- Prior data center or mission-critical facility experience
- Experience supporting commissioning and Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
- Journeyman or Master Electrician license (state or reciprocal)
- OSHA 30 certification
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in an active construction environment
- Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and lift materials as required
- Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, or shifts as needed to meet project schedules
About Quality "Plus" Services
Quality "Plus" Services is a trusted provider of skilled construction and technical professionals supporting complex projects nationwide. We are committed to safety, quality craftsmanship, and delivering exceptional results for our clients across mission-critical, industrial, and commercial sectors.
Company DescriptionQPS is a true multi-craft industrial contractor, providing the efficiency that comes from a single point of contact and allowing for tasks and projects to be carefully tracked and monitored and ensuring a timely and cost-effective completion that is measured in safety and quality of craftmanship.Company DescriptionQPS is a true multi-craft industrial contractor, providing the efficiency that comes from a single point of contact and allowing for tasks and projects to be carefully tracked and monitored and ensuring a timely and cost-effective completion that is measured in safety and quality of craftmanship.