Senior Project Manager - Data Center Construction

About the role

McKinstry is seeking a Senior Project Manager – Data Center Construction for its Data Center Innovations division in Dallas, TX. The role oversees high‑complexity projects and client relationships, provides leadership and revenue oversight, and directs multiple Project Managers to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead projects from initiation to closeout, develop and manage project plans, schedules, and scopes of work; oversee resource allocation, scheduling, and coordination for internal and external teams; serve as primary contact for clients, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel; manage procurement, safety compliance, and risk mitigation; define responsibilities, coordinate implementation handoffs, and ensure accurate business reporting and project closeout.
• Project Controls: Assume financial responsibility for projects, including accurate and timely reporting, invoice payments, and billing substantiation; monitor, control, and report on financial performance (monthly accounting reviews, budgets, forecasts, cost issue logs); draft and oversee subcontracts, purchase agreements, and client billings; respond to stakeholder inquiries and provide data to support forecasts.
• Communication: Serve as primary point of contact with customers; inform internal and external customers of new offerings and upgrades; facilitate internal communication between project team and other departments; make presentations to varied audiences and act as subject‑matter expert; identify, qualify, and funnel potential new service opportunities to Business Development; direct customer requests for product functionality enhancements.
• Team Management: Recruit, coach, and mentor project team members; develop staffing plans including labor and subcontractors; forecast Project Manager labor requirements; act as steward of McKinstry culture and influence policies and procedures; establish and lead associated meetings; define individual project responsibilities and accountabilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Demonstrated proficiency in all Project Manager responsibilities.
• BA/BS in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, or a comparable degree.
• 8–10 years of experience in project management, engineering, or construction, including experience with a General Contractor.
• Experience on large data center projects (required).
• Strong knowledge of construction management, commercial building processes, means and methods, financial acumen, and estimating skills.
• Experience with construction financial programs/software and labor relations, including union contracts and hiring practices.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit‑sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage with low or zero deductible options and low out‑of‑pocket maximums
• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender‑inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• “Building Good” paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• On‑site gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

Pay

The pay range for this position is $105,030 – $185,500 per year; base pay may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.