Senior Construction Manager (Data Centers)
Senior Construction Manager - Mission Critical Projects (Wisconsin)
📍 Location: Port Washington, WI
💼 Sector: Data Center Construction
📅 Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Are you a seasoned construction professional with a passion for delivering complex, high-value infrastructure projects? Our client - a global leader in hyperscale and enterprise-grade facilities - is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to lead the delivery of cutting-edge data center builds in the Wisconsin region.
This is a high-impact role where you'll be empowered to drive every phase of the construction lifecycle, from pre-construction planning through to commissioning and handover. Unlike traditional oversight roles, this position offers genuine ownership and autonomy, working closely with internal stakeholders, external contractors, and clients to ensure seamless execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead full-cycle project delivery: budgeting, scheduling, permitting, design coordination, construction oversight, and closeout.
- Manage RFPs, bids, and vendor selection processes.
- Oversee CSA and MEP construction activities, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and client requirements.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to align design intent with operational goals.
- Conduct site walks, review contractor billing, and maintain accurate financial reporting.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, capturing lessons learned and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Support commissioning and transition to operations teams post-handover.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Degree in Construction Management or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 7+ years of experience managing large-scale construction projects, ideally in mission-critical environments.
- Strong background in civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.
- Data center experience is highly desirable.
Why Join?
- Be part of a global infrastructure program shaping the future of digital connectivity.
- Work with a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values initiative and innovation.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Opportunities for career growth and development within a rapidly expanding sector.
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