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Helix Electric logoHelix Electric

Traveling Project Manager

Phoenix, Arizona, United States · On-site

Senior

Our Traveling Project Manager is responsible for planning, managing, overseeing, and directing all assigned projects. DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION: Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the nation’s larg…

Skills: Project Management, Electrical Commercial Construction, Electric Power Engineering, Project Scheduling, Bidding

IES COMMERCIAL, INC. logoIES COMMERCIAL, INC.

Project Manager - low voltage 100% travel - Data Center

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · On-site

Senior

Job Summary: The Project Manager is the overall manager for assigned project. The Project Manager ensures that all contracted work is developed, implemented, installed and managed in accordance with the Company’s r…

Skills: Project Management, Low Voltage Installation, Staff Management, Financial Management, Budgeting

E Tech Group logoE Tech Group

Senior Controls Engineer

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · On-site

Senior

At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward-thinking experts. We’re one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States providing value for our clients t…

Skills: PLC Programming, HMI Design, SCADA, Control System Network Topologies, Instrumentation Calibration

MP Nexlevel, LLC logoMP Nexlevel, LLC

FIBER SPLICER TECHNICIAN

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · On-site

Mid level

This position is responsible for preparing, splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and documenting fiber optic cable installations in data center, hyperscale, indoor, and outdoor environments. This role requires strong hand…

Skills: Fiber Optic Fusion Splicing, OTDR Testing, OLTS Testing, Troubleshooting, Splice Schematics Interpretation

IES COMMERCIAL, INC. logoIES COMMERCIAL, INC.

Technician II - Structured Cabling

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · On-site

Mid level

Technician II - Structured Cabling Job Summary: Responsible for reading blueprints and specification to determine the scope of work: location, quantities, and sizes of materials required. Identify all tools required for …

Skills: Structured Cabling, Blueprint Reading, Conduit Bending, Electrical Installation, Grounding

Quest Defense logoQuest Defense

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · Remote OK

$140k–$165k/yr

Senior+

Engineers are the reason we exist—they’re the core of who we are. We don’t just build technology; we engineer the future. From next-gen aerospace to cutting-edge defense systems, our teams power the solutions that drive …

Skills: C++, Object-Oriented Design, Embedded Software Development, DO-178 DAL A, ARINC-653

Quest Defense logoQuest Defense

Embedded Software Engineer

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · Remote OK

$130k–$145k/yr

Mid level

Engineers are the reason we exist—they’re the core of who we are. We don’t just build technology; we engineer the future. From next-gen aerospace to cutting-edge defense systems, our teams power the solutions that drive …

Skills: C++, Object-Oriented Design, Embedded Software Development, DO-178 DAL A, ARINC-653

Safety Management Group logoSafety Management Group

Safety Advisor

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · On-site

Senior

Description SMG is a nationally recognized professional service organization that provides workplace safety consulting, training, staffing, program planning, and implementation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package …

Skills: Site Safety Observations, Job Hazard Analysis, Incident Management, Safety Metrics, New Hire Orientations

QTS Data Centers logoQTS Data Centers

Logistics Project Manager (Iowa City)

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · On-site

Mid level$7.3B raised

The Logistics Project Manager is responsible for implementing and controlling the management of materials between different QTS locations. The Logistics Project Manager will integrate and strategize with Strategic Procur…

Skills: Inventory Tracking, Supply Chain Management, 3rd Party Vendor Management, Forecasting, Data Analysis

QTS Data Centers logoQTS Data Centers

Critical Operations Associate

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · On-site

Entry level$7.3B raised

The Critical Operations Associate is responsible for monitoring operations and conducting routine and ongoing assessment of the building systems, operations, and performance. The role is also responsible for assisting cu…

Skills: Critical Operations Monitoring, Building Systems Assessment, Customer Support, Ticketing Systems, Preventive Maintenance

OEM LOGISTICS LLC logoOEM LOGISTICS LLC

Aerospace and Defense Supplier Specialist

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · On-site

Senior

OEM Logistics, LLC was founded in January 2023 by two industry veterans with a proven track record of success identifying outside the box niche solutions that address the supply chain challenges within the aerospace & de…

Skills: Supply Chain Management, Production Control, Shop Floor Management, Lean Manufacturing, Risk Management

RTX logoRTX

Lab Security Advisor (Onsite)

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · On-site

$53k–$101k/yr

Senior$200K raised

Date Posted: 2026-07-24 Country: United States of America Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-121 ~ 350 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 121 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The abil…

Skills: Security Compliance, NISPOM, COMSEC, Access Control, Incident Response

RTX logoRTX

Principal Engineer, Systems Engineering

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · On-site

$136k–$205k/yr

Senior+$200K raised

Date Posted: 2026-07-24 Country: United States of America Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-106 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 106 Position Role Type: Unspecified U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Sec…

Skills: Systems Engineering, Embedded Systems Engineering, Cabin Management Systems, System Integration, Verification and Validation

CEC logoCEC

Electrical Senior Superintendent (34127)

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · On-site

Senior+

Job DetailsJob Location: Cedar Rapids, IA 52228Position Type: Full TimeTravel Percentage: Road WarriorJob Category: Skilled Labor - TradesCEC is one of the top specialty subcontractors in the country. With our rapid grow…

Skills: Electrical Installation, Project Scheduling, Blueprint Reading, Conduit Bending, Safety Management

GreatAmerica logoGreatAmerica

Senior Network Engineer

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · Hybrid

Senior$655M raised

GreatAmerica Financial Services is a highly successful entrepreneurial company providing equipment financing to businesses across the United States. Our exemplary customer service, our principle-centered business philoso…

Skills: Network Design, Firewall Management, Cisco Switching and Routing, Azure Cloud Networking, VPN Configuration

CEC logoCEC

Electrical Senior Superintendent (34127)

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · On-site

Senior+

Job DetailsJob Location: 23-25037 QTS CDR1 Datacenter - Cedar Rapids, IA 52228Position Type: Full TimeTravel Percentage: Road WarriorJob Category: Skilled Labor - TradesCEC is one of the top specialty subcontractors in t…

Skills: Electrical Installation, Project Scheduling, Blueprint Reading, Conduit Bending, Manpower Planning

RTX logoRTX

Principal Engineer, Software Engineering

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · On-site

$136k–$205k/yr

Senior+$200K raised

Date Posted: 2026-07-24 Country: United States of America Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-106 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 106 Position Role Type: Unspecified U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Sec…

Skills: Embedded C, Python, MATLAB Simulink, RTCA DO-178C, ARINC 429

Veolia | France logoVeolia | France

Account Manager - Water Treatment

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · On-site

$92k–$106k/yr

Senior

Company Description Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management. Veolia Group designs…

Skills: Account Management, Chemical Water Treatment, Technical Sales, Consultative Selling, Process Treatment

NISC logoNISC

Software Developer III - DEW/Electrical Engineering Software (C#, Big Data)

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · Hybrid

Senior

Company Overview: For more than 50 years, NISC has developed and implemented enterprise-level and customer-facing software solutions for over 960+ utilities and broadbands across North America. Our mission is to deliver …

Skills: C#, C++, Big Data, PostgreSQL, SQL

Team Kline logoTeam Kline

Commercial Journeyman Electrician

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States · On-site

Mid level

Job Title: Commercial Journeyman Electrician Reports to: Project Manager Direct Reports: Apprentices Join Team Kline – Where you’re not just an employee, you’re an owner! When you join Team Kline you become an employee o…

Skills: Electrical wiring, Supervision, Code compliance, Blueprint reading, Project management

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Traveling Project Manager

Helix Electric

Phoenix, Arizona, United States • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree, professional certificate
  • Posted 1d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The Traveling Project Manager is responsible for planning and directing electrical construction projects while managing budgets, schedules, and project teams. They oversee third-party firms and ensure high-quality engineering delivery and profitability through effective execution.

Requirements

Candidates need at least 5 years of project management experience in electrical commercial or mixed-use construction and a strong understanding of electric power engineering. Degrees in Electrical Engineering or Construction Management are strongly preferred, and a Journeyman or Master Electrician's license is a plus.

Full job description

Our Traveling Project Manager is responsible for planning, managing, overseeing, and directing all assigned projects.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the nation’s largest and most successful electrical contracting companies. Our commitment to empowering people and powering projects is realized by our exceptional team of dedicated and highly skilled experts working together and never settling for good enough. We are proud of the team-oriented and employee-empowered business approach that defines our unique character.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES & SCOPE:

  • Develop and build strong teams for each project while delivering quality output, meeting customer expectations, managing to scope, delivering on time, and delivering within budget.
  • Drive division profitability through effective project execution.
  • Develop and lead project management technical and schedule goals, procurement and contractual requirements, personnel assignments and capacity planning.
  • Evaluate and continually improve the systems and processes used by the department to effectively meet customer requirements and profitability goals.
  • Manage, mentor, and develop a group of approximately 3 direct and 10 total reports.
  • Review the overall contractual requirements for all projects and specific process design methodology for individual projects as required.
  • Ensure schedule requirements are met for all projects. Readily adjust priorities and milestones based upon changing customer needs, resource availability, and job requirements.
  • Interact with the customer to validate expectations are understood and met before, during and after project completion.
  • Provide oversight for third-party construction firms.
  • Manage project review process with particular emphasis on financial forecasting.
  • Ensure high-quality engineering, studies, and Helix project delivery.
  • Proactively and systematically communicate challenges, risks and successes.
  • Oversee invoice per project terms and negotiate appropriate change orders.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • At least 5 years of project management experience in electrical commercial/mixed use construction.
  • Understand engineering in electric power.
  • Field experience coordinating with construction management.
  • Extensive knowledge of project scheduling, bids, take-offs, change orders, and contracts.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop relationships and assist in winning projects
  • Demonstrated ability to run a profitable portfolio.
  • Exceptional initiative, execution and communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Exceptional analytical, motivational, and leadership skills.
  • Electrical engineering or Construction Management degrees are strongly preferred.
  • Journeyman or Master Electrician's license a plus.

Related keywords

Electrical ContractingMixed Use ConstructionElectric PowerProject SchedulingBidsTake-offsChange OrdersContractsFinancial ForecastingConstruction ManagementElectrical EngineeringJourneyman ElectricianMaster ElectricianProcurementCapacity PlanningProject Delivery

About Helix Electric

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Empowering People and Powering Projects

Industry
Construction
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1985
Headquarters
San Diego, CA
LinkedIn followers
65,925

Helix Electric is an award-winning electrical contractor specializing in design-build and highly complex electrical projects throughout the United States. An established industry leader, Helix Electric has decades of experience and expertise in nearly every field of construction, including mission critical, data center, medium voltage power distribution, renewable energy, commercial, industrial, mass transit and rail and high-density residential. Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the largest and most successful electrical contracting companies in the nation. Our commitment to empowering people and powering projects is realized by our exceptional team of dedicated and highly skilled experts working together and never settling for good enough. We are proud of the team-oriented and employee-empowered business approach that defines our unique character and are always looking for passionate, reliable and ambitious talent to join our growing Helix family.

Offices: 6795 Flanders Dr., San Diego, CA 92121, US · 3078 East Sunset Rd., Ste. 9, Las Vegas, NV 89120, US · 9555 Discovery Blvd, Suite 100, Manassas, VA 20109, US · 7677 Oakport St., Suite 1040, Oakland, CA 94621, US · 238 Sand Island Access Rd, M3, Honolulu, HI 96819, US

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Engineering jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA pay?

Based on 235 listings with disclosed salaries, most engineering jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA pay between $57k–$205k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.

How many Engineering jobs are open in Cedar Rapids, IA right now?

There are currently 442 open engineering positions in Cedar Rapids, IA listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

Which companies are hiring for Engineering roles in Cedar Rapids, IA?

Companies currently hiring include RTX, QTS Data Centers, Transamerica, NISC, Sargent & Lundy, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

Are there remote or hybrid Engineering jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA?

Yes — 72 of the 442 open engineering positions offer remote or hybrid work (10 remote, 62 hybrid).

How do I apply for Engineering jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA?

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