Construction Manager
The Role
This is a high-impact, client-facing position where you'll sit at the center of major data center builds-coordinating contractors, engineers, and stakeholders while ensuring schedule, cost, quality, and safety targets are consistently achieved.
You'll operate with a high level of autonomy, driving project performance while acting as a trusted extension of the client team.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Stakeholder Management
- Act as the owner's representative across the full project lifecycle
- Lead project meetings, coordinate stakeholders, and drive issue resolution
- Oversee budget, schedule, risk, and change management
- Support procurement, bid evaluation, and contract administration
Construction & Field Oversight
- Monitor site activity to ensure alignment with drawings, specs, and standards
- Track RFIs, submittals, and commissioning progress
- Maintain risk and issue logs; ensure timely project closeout
- Enforce quality, safety, and maintainability standards
Reporting & Client Engagement
- Provide clear updates on project progress, risks, and priorities
- Deliver owner-facing reports, KPIs, and dashboards
- Build strong, long-term client relationships
Technology & Continuous Improvement
- Utilize digital tools and AI-driven workflows to improve efficiency
- Identify process improvements and support innovation initiatives
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of relevant construction/project management experience
- Background in data centers, mission-critical, or complex infrastructure
- Strong knowledge of:
- Commissioning (electrical, mechanical, controls)
- MOP processes and mission-critical operations
- Construction methodologies, scheduling, and cost control
- Experience with tools such as Procore and MS Office Suite
- Excellent communication skills-able to engage both technical & non-technical stakeholders
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities
Education / Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
OR - Technical hands-on experience (mechanical/electrical systems) + relevant project experience
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