Project Manager

Project Manager - Data Center Position Overview Lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale, mission-critical data center projects from preconstruction and procurement through construction, Level 1-5 commissioning, IST, and turnover. Manage cost, schedule, risk, vendors, MEP systems, and stakeholders to ensure safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery. Key Responsibilities Manage project planning, construction, commissioning, IST, and final turnover.Develop and manage P6/MS Project schedules, milestones, critical path, and recovery plans.Oversee budgets, forecasting, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project controls.Coordinate long-lead equipment including switchgear, UPS, generators, chillers, and CRAH/CRAC systems.Coordinate MEP, BMS/EPMS, OEM, commissioning, and client operations teams.Lead FAT, SAT, Level 1-5 commissioning, IST, energization, and MOP/SOP/EOP activities.Ensure required redundancy (N, N+1, 2N, 2N+1) and applicable QA/QC, safety, and industry standards.Manage risks and provide clear reporting on cost, schedule, quality, safety, procurement, and commissioning readiness. Required Qualifications 7+ years of construction project management experience, including 3+ years in data centers/mission-critical projects.Experience delivering $20M+ projects on fast-track schedules.Strong knowledge of MEP, critical power/cooling, BMS/EPMS, and redundancy systems.Proven Level 1-5 commissioning and IST experience.Proficiency with P6/MS Project, Procore, and cost management tools.Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills. Preferred Hyperscale/colocation data center experience.Knowledge of Uptime Institute, TIA-942, and ASHRAE TC 9.9.Experience with live-site upgrades and phased turnover.PMP, CCM, or equivalent certification.