Construction Manager (contract)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to support Microsoft's mission-critical construction and infrastructure projects in the Dallas, Texas market. This is a 12‑month contract role, hybrid (Monday‑Friday, 40 hours per week), provided through Allegis Global Solutions; the successful candidate will be employed by AGS and will not be a Microsoft employee. The role manages project schedules, coordinates construction activities, conducts site walks with lease providers and general contractors, and ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and according to contractual requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage contractual milestones, project schedules, construction deliverables, and build specifications to ensure successful project execution.
• Coordinate and lead site walks, inspections, and meetings with lease providers, general contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and develop mitigation strategies to maintain schedule and project objectives.
• Prepare and deliver weekly project status reports, project updates, executive summaries, and stakeholder communications.
• Review project specifications, contracts, drawings, and construction documentation to verify compliance with project requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, procurement, and operational teams to support project planning and execution activities.
• Analyze resource requirements, project constraints, schedules, and project performance metrics to improve project outcomes.
• Participate in contractor management activities, including progress reviews, issue resolution, and performance monitoring.
• Support cost management efforts through review of estimates, change requests, and project budgets.
• Promote and maintain construction safety standards and ensure compliance with applicable site safety requirements and procedures.
• Provide leadership and coordination across multiple project stakeholders while maintaining focus on schedule, quality, and operational excellence.
• Perform additional construction management duties and project‑related activities as required.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in construction management, project management, construction operations, or infrastructure project delivery.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience managing large commercial, industrial, mission‑critical, data center, or infrastructure construction projects.
• Proven experience coordinating contractors, construction activities, and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, scheduling practices, project controls, and project delivery processes.
• Experience managing project schedules, contractual milestones, and progress reporting.
• Knowledge of construction safety principles, jobsite safety practices, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present information to project teams and leadership stakeholders.
• Strong problem‑solving, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced construction environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Experience using Bluebeam preferred.
• Experience using Primavera P6 is highly desirable.
• PMP or PMI certification preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Hospital plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Company paid short and long‑term disability
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave)

Pay

Pay Range: $86.00 – $97.00 per hour

Schedule

Weekly Schedule: 40 hours, Monday‑Friday (hybrid)