Construction Procurement Specialist - Data Center

Ross Group • Cedar Rapids, IA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Procurement Specialist serves as an owner’s representative on a hyperscale data center project, tracking and coordinating owner-furnished equipment and supporting project engineering and the owner’s project management team. The role coordinates procurement and delivery of major equipment—including servers, cooling systems, electrical gear, and generators—with construction milestones, and supports RFIs, submittals, schedules, and project documentation. It is an entry-level to early-career opportunity for a recent graduate or project engineer seeking experience in mission-critical construction.

The position is based on site at a hyperscale data center project in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area and is tied to the duration of the project. Relocation assistance or per diem may be available for qualified candidates who live outside commuting distance. The position is exempt and project-based. The role reports to the Owner’s Representative Project Manager and secondarily to the Senior Project Manager.

Requirements

• Zero to three years of experience in construction, project engineering, procurement, or logistics.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Ability to read construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to schedules, deliveries, and details.
• Comfort with Excel and willingness to learn project tracking, reporting, and scheduling tools.
• Hold or be willing to obtain an OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction certification.
• Dependability in meeting attendance guidelines, following instructions, and responding in a timely manner.
• Ability to manage rapidly changing priorities to accomplish project goals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with employees, management, and external partners.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, averaging 50 hours per week or as needed.
• Willingness to relocate to the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area for the duration of the project.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office, and project tracking and scheduling software.
• Ability to walk active construction sites, including data halls, mechanical yards, and electrical rooms, for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors occasionally in extreme cold, heat, and humidity.
• Ability to stand, climb, bend, and stoop occasionally.
• Ability to use visual and auditory skills.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Internship or work experience on commercial, industrial, or data center projects.
• Experience with project tracking, reporting, or scheduling tools such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Smartsheet.

Responsibilities

• Track and coordinate orders for owner-furnished equipment, including servers, cooling systems, electrical panels, switchgear, and generators.
• Work with vendors to confirm equipment specifications, lead times, and shipping details.
• Align equipment delivery schedules with construction milestones to prevent project delays.
• Coordinate with contractors to ensure owner-furnished equipment is received, stored, and installed on time and according to the design.
• Serve as a liaison among the construction team, engineers, and equipment vendors.
• Communicate technical specifications and installation requirements to field teams.
• Review drawings and specifications to support equipment installation.
• Support RFI responses, submittal reviews, and schedule updates.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment procurement, delivery timelines, and installation progress.
• Coordinate equipment inspections, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Identify and resolve logistics issues, including delayed shipments, damaged equipment, and installation conflicts.
• Assist with subcontractor coordination, material tracking, and site logistics.
• Support budget tracking, change orders, and procurement planning.
• Track work progress, maintain project documentation, and help manage punch list completion.
• Verify that project components comply with project standards, safety regulations, and contractual obligations.
• Meet established goals while ensuring quality through accuracy and thoroughness.
• Make timely decisions using sound judgment and keep appropriate people informed.
• Identify issues early, solve problems, and make appropriate recommendations to support project success.
• Increase job knowledge, use resources effectively, and learn and apply new skills.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates who live outside commuting distance.
• Per diem may be available for qualified candidates who live outside commuting distance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level