Construction Project Manager

About the role

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for independently leading the delivery of complex, mission-critical data center construction projects. This role manages projects from initiation through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and turnover while ensuring alignment with business objectives, budget commitments, quality standards, and schedule requirements.

Responsibilities

• Independently lead complex data center construction projects from inception through handover
• Manage project scope, budget, schedule, quality, risk, and operational readiness objectives
• Develop and review business cases, project plans, cost forecasts, and delivery strategies
• Ensure construction activities are executed in accordance with company standards, safety requirements, and regulatory obligations
• Lead project governance, status reporting, issue resolution, and executive communications
• Direct and coordinate architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and commissioning partners
• Oversee ground-up construction, expansions, renovations, retrofits, and critical infrastructure upgrades
• Monitor project performance metrics and implement corrective actions as needed
• Evaluate construction methods, procurement strategies, and delivery approaches to improve outcomes
• Avoidance of creating a Pay/Schedule/Benefits section as there is no specific information provided about these aspects in the job description.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Typically 7+ years of progressively responsible construction project management experience delivering mission-critical, industrial, advanced manufacturing, telecommunications, or data center construction projects
• Demonstrated experience in project controls including budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, risk management, and change management
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems supporting critical infrastructure environments
• Experience managing general contractors, consultants, suppliers, and commissioning providers
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive project outcomes without direct authority
• Strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

Preferred

• Direct data center construction experience
• Experience with large-scale capital programs and complex, multi-stakeholder environments
• Professional certifications such as PMP, CCM, PE, LEED, or equivalent
• Knowledge of construction contracting strategies, procurement methodologies, and commercial management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, Visio, and project reporting tools