Project Manager with Data Center Experience

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in data center construction to lead mission-critical projects. This role owns the project from preconstruction through commissioning — managing schedule, budget, subcontractors, owner relationships, and closeout. You will work alongside our in-house superintendents and trade crews and interface directly with owners, engineers, and commissioning teams. This is a high-accountability role for someone who has done it before and knows how to deliver in a demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Own full project lifecycle from preconstruction through final commissioning and closeout on data center and mission-critical construction projects
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and cost controls; maintain accurate forecasting and report variances to ownership
• Lead weekly OAC meetings, subcontractor coordination meetings, and commissioning planning sessions
• Coordinate with MEP engineers, commissioning agents, and equipment vendors on critical systems including power distribution, cooling (CRAC/CRAH), UPS, generators, and structured cabling
• Drive the RFI, submittal, and change order process with discipline and speed — no lag on the critical path
• Manage and enforce quality control standards across all trades; ensure work meets data center Tier specifications and owner requirements
• Maintain strict safety compliance on-site; enforce OSHA standards and site-specific safety plans
• Coordinate with AHJ, utility providers, and commissioning authorities on inspections, energization, and occupancy milestones
• Manage subcontractor performance, including scope adherence, schedule compliance, and pay application review
• Build and maintain strong owner and client relationships; be the face of Apex on every project

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