Design Construction Manager - Data Centers

About the Role

Lead some of the most complex data center projects in North America as the owner's representative. This highly visible role involves working directly with owners, design partners, contractors, and operations teams to ensure world-class projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest technical standards.

You will serve as the owner's representative and project leader throughout the design and construction process, coordinating architects, engineers, contractors, vendors, and operations stakeholders while driving project execution, risk management, budget oversight, schedule compliance, and technical quality.

Why This Opportunity?

• Work on hyperscale and mission critical projects
• Act as a trusted advisor to owners and project stakeholders
• Travel across major data center markets nationwide
• Engage throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept through closeout
• Join a rapidly growing and highly respected specialist consultancy
• Significant career progression opportunities
• Competitive compensation, relocation support, and comprehensive benefits

Responsibilities

Design Leadership

• Lead design coordination from schematic design through as-built documentation
• Manage design partners and consultant relationships
• Facilitate review meetings, workshops, and issue resolution sessions
• Coordinate design deliverables and project milestones
• Support procurement and equipment integration activities

Project & Owner Representation

• Act as the primary liaison between project stakeholders
• Monitor scope, schedule, budget, and risk exposure
• Support preconstruction planning and change management efforts
• Drive decision-making through effective reporting and communication

Construction Administration

• Oversee RFIs, submittals, and technical coordination activities
• Maintain project issue and risk registers
• Ensure alignment between design intent and field execution
• Support commissioning, turnover, and closeout activities

Client Relationship Management

• Build trusted relationships with project teams and executive stakeholders
• Deliver concise project updates and leadership reporting
• Maintain a high standard of client service throughout project delivery

Business Development Support

• Participate in proposals, presentations, and strategic pursuits
• Identify opportunities for expanded project involvement
• Support long-term client growth initiatives

Requirements

• Experience managing large commercial, mission critical, industrial, or data center projects
• Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, and controls infrastructure
• Proven experience coordinating multidisciplinary design and construction teams
• Ability to manage project schedules, budgets, and quality standards
• Experience with construction management platforms such as Procore
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Comfortable working independently in fast-paced environments

Travel Requirements

• 75% to 100% travel across the United States
• Typically assigned to long-term projects ranging from several months to multiple years
• Must be located near a major airport
• Valid driver's license required
• Relocation assistance available when necessary

Preferred Background

• Construction Management
• Engineering
• Mission Critical Construction
• Data Centers
• Owner's Representation
• Design Management
• Project Management
• Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Systems

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package
• Annual bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO package
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development and tuition assistance
• Licensing and certification support
• Life and disability insurance
• Relocation assistance where applicable