Information Technology For Development Jobs in Cedar Rapids Iowa

Our client is seeking a driven and relationship-focused Project Manager to lead data center electrical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This organization is known for investing in its people, building strong internal teams, and creating clear pathways for professional advancement.

You will join a company that values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, where leadership development and hands-on training are part of the culture, not an afterthought. This is an opportunity to grow your career while managing meaningful commercial projects and working alongside experienced industry professionals.

This role oversees planning, execution, financial performance, and client coordination while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget. This is for a remote travel opportunity for Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle management of electrical construction projects
• Build and coordinate internal project teams to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and deliverables
• Maintain accountability for project budgets, forecasting, and financial performance
• Develop and track project schedules, adjusting as needed to meet changing conditions
• Review contract documents and ensure compliance with all project requirements
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the duration of the project
• Oversee subcontractors and trade partners to ensure performance standards are met
• Manage change order processes and support accurate billing in accordance with contract terms
• Identify risks proactively and communicate mitigation strategies
• Support and reinforce jobsite safety standards
• Collaborate with engineering teams on design-build projects as applicable

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing electrical construction projects
• Experience with data center projects preferred
• Demonstrated experience overseeing multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, scheduling, budgeting, and cost control
• Experience coordinating with field operations and construction leadership
• Ability to build strong client relationships and contribute to repeat business opportunities
• Working knowledge of electrical systems and construction methodologies
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license is a plus
• Experience in design-build environments is advantageous

Compensation and Benefits

• $130,000-$180,000+ depending on experience
• Bonus potential
• Medical, dental, vision, 401k match
• Relocation assistance provided

As part of its commitment to investing in its people, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, financial security, professional development, and overall well-being.

About Suffolk

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.

At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.

Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more. For more information, click here.

Additional benefits may be available for employees considered Travelers within our Mission Critical Group, including relocation support, monthly housing stipends, and monthly travel allowances.

The Role

The Mission Critical Center of Excellence manages billions of dollars in projects annually, specializing in data center and mission-critical construction for leading technology and telecommunications clients across the United States. Focused on fast-paced, MEP-intensive projects, the group is recognized for delivering complex solutions while offering significant opportunities for career advancement within the thriving mission-critical construction industry.

The Project Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating all necessary project resources and documentation throughout the entire project lifecycle. This includes the maintenance of budget and schedule, and the management and administration of all contractual requirements, agreements with trade partners, purchase orders, meeting minutes and shop drawing logs. This individual also manages risk, insurances, general work performance and quality, and overall team progress against the project plan through consistent communication and collaboration with the owner and project team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and communicate with Suffolk Field Supervision, Subcontractors and Vendors to assist them in working to the Project Schedule
• Represent Suffolk with Owner(s), Architects, Consultants, Government Authorities, Vendors and Subcontractors
• Administer financial aspects of the Owner’s contract, subcontracts, and purchase orders
• Build effective working relationships with clients and the Suffolk project team members

Project Start-Up:

• Review the general contract and contract documents and confirm the budget setup and project milestones
• Create a schedule of values and project logs, plan for project safety and mobilization, including review and validation with team members

Purchasing process and document control:

• Maintain the buy schedule, write scopes of work, distribute and log subcontracts, write required contract riders and purchase orders, and confirm compliance with project insurance requirements
• Review subcontractor references, obtain Subcontractor bonds, and maintain project files
• Maintain and manage all purchase and delivery schedules, change order processes, shop drawings, document control logs, Owner, Architect and Subcontractor correspondence
• Work with Purchasing in setting up/executing trade buyout including defining scope of work, authoring Exhibit B’s, ensuring scope coverage, coordinating buy and project schedules

Meeting Management:

• Attend all schedule and management meetings necessary to monitor and manage the project, chairing as appropriate

Financial Management:

• Manage all requisitions and payments including lien releases and project payroll and maintains best possible cash flow throughout the project, communicating issues proactively

Project Closeout:

• Deliver all necessary manuals to the Owner, consolidates project documentation and files
• Manage subcontractor closeout, transfer of utilities, owner training, and punch list process
• Deliver all warranties, as-builts and training to the owner

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or applicable discipline and experience relative to project size/scope
• 5+ years of related experience
• Excellent business judgment demonstrated by consistently achieving profitability objectives and strong project close-outs with client and subcontractor relationships in good standing
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail evidenced by a strong command of all applicable contract and legal provisions
• Ability to consistently analyze and execute financial trade-offs which frequently involve dealing with incomplete data and ambiguity
• Ability to constantly multi-task and handle competing priorities between Suffolk business needs, organizational issues, and sound customer relations
• Possess judgment to know when to appropriately escalate issues up the chain of command
• A strong sense of urgency and initiative
• Able to quickly study and react to complex issues
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to confidently and decisively take action
• Team leader with excellent diplomatic and communication skills, able to handle and resolve conflicts effectively in a firm but fair manner
• The ability to manage and embrace change. Respond and adapt to new processes and new ways of looking at old problems
• Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

EEO Statement

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

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About Loenbro

Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.

At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation.

Position Summary

Loenbro, LLC seeks an experienced Commissioning Manager to lead commissioning for mission-critical data center electrical projects based in the Cedar Rapids, IA area. The Commissioning Manager will own end-to-end commissioning delivery (Level 1–5), establish a scalable Cx program, manage teams and third-party agents, and act as the primary client-facing commissioning authority to ensure reliable, safe, and contract-compliant turnover of electrical and integrated systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Commissioning Leadership: Lead planning, scheduling, coordination, and execution of all commissioning phases (Level 1–5) on assigned projects.
• Program Development: Establish a scalable commissioning program with SOPs, document control workflows, templates, and commissioning protocols tailored to mission-critical demands.
• Team Management: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing commissioning team comprising internal staff and third-party agents; assign responsibilities and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Client & Stakeholder Interface: Serve as primary commissioning point of contact for clients, engineers, GCs, and vendors; facilitate regular progress meetings and commissioning updates.
• Technical Review & Test Execution: Review electrical and mechanical designs for commissioning impact; develop and execute pre-functional and functional test plans, energization sequences, and integrated systems testing protocols.
• Load Banking & Energization Lead: Act as team leader for Load Banking and Energization activities, coordinating pre-planning, execution, and documentation with internal and external stakeholders.
• Documentation & Turnover: Ensure commissioning documentation (checklists, redlines, test scripts, issue logs, deficiency tracking, closeout reports) is organized, complete, and delivered for each contract.
• Safety & Quality: Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols during all commissioning phases; coordinate with Safety, QA/QC, and Field Operations to identify and mitigate commissioning risks.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and incorporate feedback into updated commissioning standards and training for scalability.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Project Management, Field Operations, Safety, QA/QC, Engineering, and Clients through construction, turnover, and initial operations.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 8+ years of commissioning experience on mission-critical data center electrical systems, with demonstrated leadership of Levels 1–5 commissioning.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of UPS, switchgear, switchboards, PDUs, transfer schemes, generators, ATS, BESS, mechanical interfaces, controls, and integrated systems testing.
• Certifications: CxA or similar commissioning certification preferred; electrical or engineering license a plus.
• Education: Associate or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, construction management, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Project Experience: Proven track record leading load bank testing, energization sequences, and high-voltage commissioning on large-scale data center projects.
• Software & Documentation: Proficiency with commissioning software, MS Office, scheduling tools, and document control systems.

Core Skills and Competencies

• Leadership: Team building, delegation, and stakeholder management.
• Communication: Clear client-facing communication, meeting facilitation, and technical reporting.
• Organization: Strong document control, test-plan development, and issue-tracking skills.
• Risk Management: Safety-first mindset with ability to identify, mitigate, and escalate commissioning risks.
• Problem Solving: Rapid troubleshooting during pre-functional, functional, and integrated systems tests.
• Adaptability: Ability to scale processes across multiple concurrent projects and adjust to evolving technical requirements.

Work Environment:

• This position may require travel to various project sites.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to meet project deadlines.

Potential Hazards:

• Outside most of the time
• Potential exposure to extreme cold and hot temperatures
• Manufacturing and refining environment
• Fit and move in confined spaces including tanks and vessels
• Limited working surfaces
• Exposure to noise above 85 decibels and intense odors
• Exposure to areas with limited visibility
• Climbing up and down stairs and ladders to both get in and out of trenches and up to elevated platforms (scaffolding at significant heights)
• Lifting necessary equipment and materials 1-50 pounds, 50% of the time on a monthly basis for required tasks
• Potential or Periodic amounts of time for the following:
• If driving is required, valid driver license and proof of insurability is required. All drivers are subject to a DMV background records search.

Essential Requirements:

• Walking on uneven terrain, with an average of 2 miles per day
• Standing
• Sit, stoop, crawl, and kneel
• Use of respirator if position requires
• Driving if required to travel

Perform maintenance, diagnosis, and repairs in the field, on customer owned or Altorfer rental lift trucks/forklifts, Caterpillar, and other allied type construction equipment. Location areas to be serviced are: Cedar Rapids, IA., Cedar Falls, IA. and Dubuque, IA.

• Provide exceptional service to our customers by performing maintenance, diagnosis, and repairs on allied type construction and lift truck equipment.
• Assist in the decision if equipment needs to be transported into the shop to complete repairs.
• Establish and maintain service-oriented working relationship with customers.
• Plan and execute the repair of various pieces of rental equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service to all customers.
• Complete service reports and all other paperwork before and after repairs are made
• May perform other related duties as requested and/or assigned.
• Keep current with industry standards.

• Successful completion of a formal technical training program preferred or a minimum of 2 years of previous related work experience required.
• Previous experience working on electric, diesel engines, hydraulic systems, fuel systems, drivetrain, brake systems, etc. and possess troubleshooting skills.
• Automotive and Industrial Maintenance Technicians encouraged to apply.
• Computer literate and proficient with programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook required. Knowledge of Cat software preferred.
• Must take initiative, be team oriented and willing to adapt to change.
• Ability to write professional business communication when sending emails, letters, notes, and documenting is required.
• Must be a self-starter, well organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow all safety rules and wear proper safety equipment.
• Excellent customer service skills are needed.
• Must be able to safely lift 75 lbs, bend, twist, and climb.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with clean driving record. This includes no more than 2 minor violations within the past 3 years and no major violations within the past 5 years (Motor Vehicle Report will be performed on final candidate).

This position will work in the field/shop environment and at Customer jobsites. May on a continuous basis carry, bend and lift; up to 75 lbs. Will be required to wear appropriate safety equipment (IE- steel toed boots, hard hat, safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection, cut resistant gloves, etc.) for a given situation. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. Travel between locations is required. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Why Work for Altorfer?

At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the "A-Team" and is critical to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1300 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work with a remarkable team of people.

OTR Company Driver

Qualifications

• Valid CDL A
• 1 year of OTR experience in last 3 years
• Must be willing to be out for 3 weeks at a time
• Safe driving record that meets our minimum requirements
• Clean driving record in the past 3 years
• Must be at least 22 years of age

Benefits

J.S. Helwig Son offers great pay and referral plans.

Salary:

• Drivers earn $85,000 annually
• $0.55 CPM (Pay goes to .60 CPM at one year)
• Annual $0.01 raise up to .65 CPM
• Experience the difference at HELWIG for yourself and share the opportunity with another driver

Referral Bonuses:

• New Referral Bonus Structure through the end of 2025:
• Driver Referral bonus $10,000 for each new referred driver!
• If you get two driver referrals between 10/1/25 – 12/31/25, you will receive $10k for the first and $15k for the second, equaling $25,000!

OTR Company Driver Benefits include:

• Average 2,800 miles a week
• OTR positions only offered at this time
• Trucks governed at 68 mph
• We love pets: pets allowed in your truck terminal!
• Free Rider program from day one (we will pay for your riders travel)!
• All of our equipment is less than 3 yrs. Old
• OWNER OPERATORS earn $1.50 loaded miles and $1.10 empty miles

Job Description

When you join J.S. Helwig Sons, you'll see why we are different from the start.

• We fly you to orientation, not by bus
• You have your own hotel room during orientation
• We'll buy time off back from you if you choose to stay out
• BC/BS insurance
• Average 2,800 miles a week
• Drivers are out for 3 weeks with 3 days of home time
• Trucks governed at 68 mph
• We love pets: pets allowed in your truck terminal
• Free Rider program from day one (we will pay for your rider's travel)
• All our equipment is less than 3 years old
• All trucks equipped with APU, refrigerator 1800 inverters
• OWNER OPERATORS earn $1.50 loaded miles and $1.10 empty miles

About JS Helwig Son, LLC.
J.S. Helwig Son is a leading refrigerated transportation company that serves customers of temperature-controlled and time-sensitive traffic. When you drive for Helwig, you continue to provide safe, efficient, and reliable services since we offer the best customer service in the industry. No other company can match our superior 99.5% on-time service. With a fleet of over 350 tractors and 600 refrigerated trailers, we offer customizable solutions for our customers' supply chain needs.
J.S. Helwig Son transports frozen products, fresh produce, cosmetics, and other temperature-sensitive goods with temperatures ranging anywhere between minus 20 degrees Fahrenheit to plus 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Owner, President, and CEO of J.S. Helwig Son, James Helwig utilizes the best equipment found on the road today. He understands that being a professional driver is not easy. Because of this, he strives to lessen the stress by offering late model tractors and trailers with the most advanced technology available.