JR143 Project Manager

About the Role

Rycon Construction is an employee-owned company (ESOP) that provides construction management, general contracting, and design-build services nationwide. An ENR Top 400 Contractor, ENR Top 100 Green Contractor, and BD+C Top 150 Contractor with nine offices, Rycon specializes in new construction, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. From large-scale developments to small, fast-track interior fit-outs, Rycon is equipped to deliver a comprehensive range of services across all project types. Rycon's portfolio includes projects in healthcare, higher education, industrial/warehouse, commercial, multi-unit residential, food service/dining, retail, financial, self-storage, governmental, and LEED facilities. We have an in-house Architectural Woodwork & Specialty Fabrication Division that ships/installs nationally.

What You Will Do

• Manage all phases of mission critical/data center construction projects from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Review project documents, contracts, drawings, and specifications to ensure successful project execution.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining schedule, budget, quality, and safety goals.
• Develop, negotiate, award, and administer subcontracts.
• Review and prepare subcontractor scopes of work and coordinate trade partners throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain project schedules using Microsoft Project and other scheduling tools.
• Lead project meetings and maintain meeting minutes, action items, and project documentation.
• Assist with budgeting, estimating, and procurement activities.
• Review, negotiate, and process change orders.
• Manage submittals, RFIs, cost reports, procurement logs, and project financials.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors to drive project success.
• Maintain strong client relationships and serve as a primary point of contact throughout the project.
• Identify project risks and develop solutions to keep projects on track.
• Support project commissioning, turnover, and closeout activities.

What You Will Need To Be Successful

• 5+ years of construction project management experience, including mission critical/data center projects.
• Experience managing commercial construction projects valued at $100M+.
• Strong understanding of data center construction, including MEP systems, power, cooling, and commissioning.
• Ability to manage projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Proven experience leading owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Strong communication, organizational, budgeting, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data centers, OSHA 30, and design-build delivery methods is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• 401(k)