Job descriptionThis position is based on-site in Mackenzie, BC, supporting the Mackenzie Air-Cooled Project and the upcoming Optimization Project at our operating data center site. It is a camp-based role working a 14 days on / 7 days off (14&7) rotation in support of the project's two-crew (A/B), day and night construction schedule. Camp accommodations, meals, and site transportation are provided during on-rotation periods.
The RoleThe Construction Superintendent - Network owns all network infrastructure construction activities on an operating data center site delivering the Air-Cooled expansion and Optimization projects. Where the Electrical Superintendent delivers power and the Mechanical Superintendent delivers cooling, this role delivers the connectivity backbone: structured cabling, fibre and copper pathways, network rooms and MDF/IDF build-out, rack and cabinet installation, and the physical interface to the HPC/GPU fit-out. You'll ensure network infrastructure is installed, tested, certified, and turned over to meet project requirements, industry standards (TIA/BICSI), and the readiness dates of the compute deployment teams. Reporting to the Construction Manager, you'll direct network General Foremen across day and night crews and collaborate with internal IT/Network, contractors, and vendors to drive quality, safety, and efficiency across the project lifecycle.
Job requirements - Project Oversight: Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of all network infrastructure construction: cable tray, fibre and copper pathways, structured cabling, network rooms (MDF/IDF/meet-me), rack and cabinet installation, patch panels, cable management, and labelling.
- Technical Leadership: Review and interpret network drawings, cabling schedules, rack elevations, pathway layouts, specifications, and submittals to ensure compliance with project requirements, TIA/BICSI standards, and IREN network design standards.
- Trade Supervision: Directly lead structured cabling, fibre splicing, and low-voltage crews through your General Foremen, enforcing schedule, quality, and safety day-to-day on site across both crews.
- Coordination: Interface with the Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil Superintendents for pathway and room readiness, and with the internal IT/Network and HPC deployment teams to sequence room handover, rack delivery, and compute installation.
- Vendor & Contractor Management: Supervise and coordinate cabling contractors, fibre and copper suppliers, rack/cabinet vendors, and testing/certification partners, ensuring timely delivery and quality installation.
- Testing & Turnover: Oversee fibre (OTDR/OLTS) and copper certification testing, labelling verification, and as-built documentation; deliver structured turnover of network rooms and cabling plant to the IT/Network team.
- Safety & Compliance: Ensure all network construction adheres to CSA C22.1 low-voltage requirements, TIA-568/569/606/942, BICSI best practices, and internal safety and quality standards. Own the site safety record for your scope.
- Scheduling & Budget Control: Track progress and manage schedules so network rooms and cabling are certified ahead of compute deployment milestones.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks related to pathway congestion, fibre routing, room readiness, and handover sequencing with the HPC teams.
- Stakeholder Communication: Provide clear daily and weekly updates to project leadership and the IT/Network team on progress, manpower, challenges, and solutions.
Job responsibilities - 7+ years of experience in structured cabling / network infrastructure construction on large-scale data center, telecom, or mission-critical projects, including at least 3 years in a superintendent, project lead, or senior field leadership role.
- Proven track record delivering large structured cabling and fibre plant scopes (thousands of terminations, multiple network rooms) with direct site authority over multi-crew installations.
- Strong understanding of fibre and copper media, pathways and spaces, network room build-out, rack/cabinet standards, and labelling/administration (TIA-606).
- Hands-on testing and certification experience: OTDR/OLTS fibre testing, copper certification, and as-built/turnover documentation.
- Knowledge of applicable codes and standards (TIA-568/569/606/942, BICSI, CSA C22.1 low-voltage sections).
- BICSI RCDD or Technician certification, Red Seal Electrician with structured cabling specialization, or equivalent experience.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple contractors and align them to project goals.
- Ability to work on-site in Mackenzie, BC on a 14&7 camp rotation, including night shift coverage; camp/remote-site and live-site (brownfield) experience an asset.
Preferred Experience- Prior experience in hyperscale or HPC/GPU data center fit-out, including high-density fibre (MPO/MTP) deployments.
- Experience coordinating with network engineering and compute deployment teams on room-by-room handover.
- Experience with structured completions platforms and turnover of tagged systems.
- PMP certification or Gold Seal designation an asset.
Job benefits - Work with state-of-the-art AI hardware and some of the most advanced compute systems in the world
- Be part of a team that values innovation, autonomy, and continuous learning
- Make a measurable impact on the performance and reliability of global AI workloads
The IREN Package At IREN, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term success. Our Canada package for hourly paid positions includes:
Compensation- The hourly rate of pay range for this position starts at $65 and is reflective of experience
Health & Wellness- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage - 100% company paid for employees and dependents
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Voluntary life and critical illness coverage available
- Employee Assistance Program and virtual health care platform
Financial Well-Being- RRSP with company match
- Voluntary TFSA
Time Off & Flexibility- Bi-weekly paid vacation and paid holidays
Growth & Development- Opportunities for advancement and internal mobility
- Training and personal development opportunities
Lifestyle & Culture- Company events and team-building activities
