Project Engineer, Owner’s Representative (Procurement) - Data Center
This position is responsible for tracking and coordinating owner-furnished equipment and supporting project engineering as an owner’s representative on a hyperscale data center project. You will coordinate the procurement and delivery of major equipment such as servers, cooling systems, electrical gear, and generators with construction milestones. You will also support the owner’s project management team with RFIs, submittals, schedules, and project documentation. This is an entry-level to early-career role well suited to a recent graduate or a project engineer looking to grow in mission critical construction.

In this role you will…

• Track and coordinate orders for owner-furnished equipment, including servers, cooling systems, electrical panels, switchgear, and generators
• Work with vendors to confirm specifications, lead times, and shipping details
• Align equipment delivery schedules with construction milestones to prevent project delays
• Coordinate with contractors so owner-furnished equipment is received, stored, and installed on time and according to the design
• Serve as a liaison between 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 such as delayed shipments, damaged equipment, or 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

As the ideal candidate you…

• Have zero to three years’ experience in construction, project engineering, procurement, or logistics, with a Bachelor degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Have internship or work experience on commercial, industrial, or data center projects (preferred).
• Are able to read construction drawings and specifications.
• Have strong organizational skills, with a focus on tracking schedules, deliveries, and details.
• Are comfortable with Excel and willing to learn tracking, reporting, and scheduling tools such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Smartsheet.
• Hold or are willing to obtain an OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction certification.
• Have a proven history of dependability in meeting attendance guidelines, following instructions, and timely responses.
• Excel at managing rapidly changing priorities to accomplish project goals.
• Use strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with all levels of employees, Ross Group management, and outside partners such as owners, architects, engineers, contractors, vendors, and suppliers.
• Don’t mind flexible work hours, with an average of 50 hours per week or as needed.
• Are willing to relocate to the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area for the duration of the project.
• Are legally authorized to work in the United States.

Expectations in this role include…

• Meeting established goals, while ensuring quality of work through accuracy and thoroughness
• Being flexible, well organized, and detail oriented, using efficient time management skills to meet project deadlines and schedules
• Making timely decisions using sound and accurate judgment while keeping appropriate people informed in the decision process
• Solving problems by identifying issues early and making appropriate recommendations to make your project successful
• Being proficient with computers, Microsoft Office, and project tracking and scheduling software
• Working to increase your job knowledge, using resources effectively and exhibiting the ability to learn and apply new skills

You are physically able to…

• Walk active construction sites, including data halls, mechanical yards, and electrical rooms, for extended periods
• Work outdoors in extreme conditions such as cold, heat, and humidity on an occasional basis
• Stand, climb, bend, and stoop on an occasional basis
• Use visual and auditory skills
• Wear required personal protective equipment

This 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.
Status: Exempt, project-based
Reports To: Owner’s Representative Project Manager
Secondarily Reports To: Senior Project Manager