Job descriptionThe RoleThe Construction Superintendent - Network owns all network infrastructure construction activities on the Prince George expansion at our operating data center site. 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 General Foremen across day and night shifts 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 shifts.
- Coordination: Interface with the Electrical and Mechanical 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 on a live site.
- 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, including live-site work protocols. 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 Prince George, BC on a rotational schedule, including coordination with night shift; 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
- Total package may be inclusive of a night shift premium for rotational shift positions
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
