Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the execution of large-scale data center construction projects from early development through commissioning and handoff to operations. This role sits within the Design & Construction team and will be responsible for managing all aspects of project delivery, including budget, schedule, procurement, vendor coordination, and on-site execution.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on construction leader with experience delivering complex, mission-critical infrastructure projects, and is comfortable operating in a fast-paced, highly cross-functional environment.
Key Responsibilities
Own end-to-end delivery of construction projects including:
- Preconstruction, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout
- Manage project schedule, budget, and risk, ensuring alignment with internal and external stakeholders
- Lead General Contractor (GC) and vendor management, including RFP development, bid leveling, and contract execution
- Coordinate across cross-functional teams
- Design, procurement, finance, legal, and operations
- Oversee equipment procurement and logistics, including owner-furnished equipment (OFCI)
- Drive construction execution onsite
- Lead project meetings
- Monitor progress and mitigate delays
- Ensure quality, safety, and adherence to plans
- Manage financials and change control by approving invoices, evaluating and controlling change orders, and tracking budgets vs. actuals
- Lead commissioning readiness and project closeout, including documentation (as-builts, O&M manuals, warranties) and turnover to operations team
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Required Skills & Experience
10+ years of construction project management experience
Proven experience managing large-scale commercial, industrial, or mission-critical builds
Experience owning:
Project budgets, schedules, and cost tracking
Vendor procurement and contract management
Change orders and financial controls
Strong knowledge of:
Mechanical and electrical systems (MEP)
Construction drawings and specifications
CPM scheduling
Demonstrated experience:
Leading cross-functional teams
Managing general contractors and subcontractors
Driving projects from preconstruction through closeout
Willingness to travel extensively and be onsite regularly
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Data center construction experience (hyperscale strongly preferred)
Experience with ground-up builds and/or large expansion projects
Critical infrastructure (power, cooling, UPS, generators)
Background in heavy industrial construction (oil & gas, infrastructure, large-capex builds)
Experience with Owner-furnished equipment (OFCI/OFE)
Experience with commissioning and turnover for mission-critical environments
Familiarity with tools such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MS Project
Certifications: PMP, PE, or relevant construction/design certifications
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.