Security Project Engineer/Asst. PM (Owner's Representative) - Data Center Construction

KALCON • Cedar Rapids, IA

9h • Onsite

About The Position

The Security Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager serves as the Owner’s Representative responsible for overseeing the field execution, coordination, and delivery of physical security systems across data center construction projects. This role is focused on ensuring successful implementation of security infrastructure—including access control, CCTV, and perimeter systems—through close coordination with consultants, integrators, contractors, and internal stakeholders. The position supports all phases of the project lifecycle, from design review through commissioning and turnover, while maintaining alignment with design intent, project schedules, and operational requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 3–7+ years of experience supporting construction, low-voltage/security systems, or mission-critical projects
• Experience with physical security systems such as CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, and perimeter security infrastructure
• Familiarity with data center, semiconductor, or other critical facility environments preferred
• Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders including contractors, integrators, and design teams
• Strong understanding of construction coordination, scheduling, and field execution workflows
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and low-voltage/security design packages
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project tracking tools

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with data center, semiconductor, or other critical facility environments

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day field execution of security scopes across assigned buildings or campuses, ensuring alignment with project schedules and installation requirements
• Assist with implementation and coordination of security systems including access control, surveillance (CCTV), and perimeter security
• Act as a liaison between security consultants, system integrators, general contractors, low-voltage trades, and internal stakeholder teams
• Coordinate communication and issue resolution across all parties involved in security scope delivery
• Review design packages and provide input on constructability, scope completeness, and coordination requirements
• Evaluate designs related to perimeter security systems, camera layouts, device placement, head-end equipment, and supporting infrastructure
• Support RFI responses, submittal reviews, and design coordination efforts
• Track progress of security scopes against the project schedule and identify potential risks or delays
• Identify and help resolve scope gaps including power, pathways, device coverage, and IP/network integration requirements
• Support sequencing and integration of security systems with other trades and construction activities
• Assist in coordination of commissioning activities including functional testing of security devices and systems
• Track deficiencies and punch list items to closure, ensuring systems meet operational and design requirements
• Support final system turnover and handoff to corporate security or operations teams
• Maintain project documentation including action logs, issue trackers, and commissioning reports
• Support reporting efforts by providing regular updates on progress, risks, and outstanding issues
• Ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and ready for turnover to operations

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% KALCON match when an employee contributes at least 5%
• 15 days of paid time off
• 8 paid National Holidays
• Reimbursement for professional licenses and certifications

What This Job Offers

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