Project Manager, Data Center Commissioning

About the role

TEAM UP WITH US! We are seeking a hands-on On-Site Project Manager to serve as the primary local coordinator on active data center construction projects. This role acts as the key liaison between the General Contractor (or Lead Contractor), Field Supervisor, local technicians, subcontractors, and other stakeholders. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced jobsite environment, excels at day-to-day coordination, and keeps work moving safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on-site point of contact and coordinator between the General Contractor/Lead Contractor, Field Supervisor, technicians, and trade partners to align daily activities and resolve field issues in real time.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate practical daily and weekly schedules, look-ahead plans, and resource needs in close collaboration with the Field Supervisor and site leadership.
• Facilitate daily huddles, weekly progress meetings, and coordination sessions with technicians, foremen, and subcontractors to drive clarity and accountability.
• Track milestones, identify potential delays or conflicts early, and proactively troubleshoot or escalate scheduling and coordination issues.
• Gather input from site teams to update actual progress, estimate remaining work, and maintain accurate short-term scheduling.
• Maintain clear, organized site documentation including daily reports, safety observations, material logs, RFIs, change orders, and as-built records.
• Cover material deliveries, equipment staging, and labor resources to match current work front priorities and minimize downtime.
• Support quality and safety standards through regular site presence, verification of work practices, and promotion of a strong safety culture.
• Communicate project status, risks, and updates to the project manager, client representatives, and stakeholders as required.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing site conditions, priorities, and last-minute requests while keeping overall project goals in focus.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field is a plus but not required.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in construction project coordination, site supervision, or field project management.
• Experience on commercial, industrial, or mission-critical facilities (data centers, healthcare, manufacturing, etc.) is strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication, time-management, and interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly convey information to technicians, supervisors, contractors, and clients in person, by phone, or in writing.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for managing multiple work fronts, shifting priorities, and a dynamic jobsite environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience with construction/project management software (Procore, Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud, MS Project, or similar) is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret basic construction drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to be on-site full time and work the hours required by active construction (early starts, extended days, or weekends as project needs dictate).
• Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour Construction Safety certification preferred.