Construction Project Manager - Mission Critical (Columbus)

Metadata: Full-time role based in Columbus, OH with up to 25% travel.

About the role

The Construction Project Manager for Mission Critical will lead construction work on data center EPC projects in the Midwest Region. As part of the overall Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) team, you will collaborate with the EPC Project Manager and Engineering Manager to oversee the project from pre-construction through completion and warranty periods.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, proposals, estimates, and documentation turnover.
• Adhere to company safety programs, trainings, and policies; promote and manage Safety & Health performance of project team members and subcontractors.
• Oversee day-to-day construction activities and execute single or multiple projects simultaneously.
• Provide direction and participate in project planning, scheduling, estimating, cost development, and establishing critical project objectives.
• Develop and manage client relationships; interface with clients for proposal and project-related items.
• Participate in internal and external project risk reviews and consult with the legal department as required.
• Negotiate prime contracts, CM contracts, subcontracts, and change orders.
• Implement assigned sections of the Project Execution Plan, including construction execution, Construction Quality Assurance Plan, Safety & Health Plan, Subcontracting Plan, Project Staffing Plan, organization chart, and Procurement Plan.
• Develop construction staffing plans, train project teams, coordinate activities of multiple disciplines, and facilitate cost-effective staff utilization while adhering to contractual requirements.
• Oversee site layout, mobilization, demobilization, and support implementation.
• Verify all applicable project permits are secured.
• Direct and oversee the downstream Request for Proposal (RFP) and bid process; prepare detailed scope of work documents for subcontractor and client contractor contracts.
• Review, approve, and communicate internal and external reports, including project budgeting, cash flow forecast, and status reports.
• Present reports to Project Manager, Program Manager, and executive management as required.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to establish and distribute engineering deliverables per project schedule.
• Develop processes and manage downstream contract administration, including RFIs, submittals, change management, contract closeout, documentation, and claims mitigation.
• Oversee Prime Contract, subcontractor, and client contractor invoicing process.
• Coordinate and facilitate client, supplier, and company commissioning and startup teams.
• Implement, audit, and oversee project documentation.
• Confirm project and subcontractor insurance, taxes/duties, licensures, and bonding requirements.
• Perform project safety, quality, progress, and financial audits and assessments.
• Oversee and participate in the project-specific non-conformance reporting process.
• Facilitate project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout, and field progress tracking.
• Develop and oversee materials receiving and management process, including inventory control, receipt of goods, storage, and transportation.
• Review contract documents with field staff to verify compliance of subcontractors and client contractors with safety, quality, and schedule requirements.
• Direct project turnover documentation, warranty administration, project closeout, and recordkeeping processes.
• Support communication with governmental, industry, and public entities on project-related matters.
• Review construction field reports.
• Provide mentorship and training to interns, construction coordinators, craft supervision, and assistant construction project managers.
• Provide performance feedback for project team members to department managers.
• Manage community and building trades relationships.
• Develop and implement project labor agreements with building trades as required.
• Onboard craft/field supervision as required.
• Manage composite crew rates to determine labor and equipment costs.
• Manage staffing on projects and labor burdens, including craft classifications, benefits, and labor laws.
• Maintain accurate craft classifications and craft progression records.
• Uphold craft competency and training standards.
• Estimate, forecast, and manage craft install unit rates.
• Manage earned value, schedule, change management, and cost metrics.
• Mentor and foster craft training and identify advancement opportunities.
• Manage construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory to complete projects.
• May be assigned to a project site based on project requirements.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, and 7 years of relevant project management experience in the construction industry required.
• Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access).
• Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience on construction project sites or executing program management in industries such as aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transportation, transmission & distribution, or water is preferred.
• A basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles is required.
• Must be able to meet the company's driving requirements.

Pay

Annual compensation range: $155,000 – $230,000, based on education, qualifications, prior work experience, and work location. The total annual compensation package includes a base salary and eligibility for a discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance and disability coverage.
• Time off and wellness programs.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for eligible employees.
• 401(k) retirement program.