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Subregional Preconstruction Manager

Digital Realty · Chicago, IL · 1 wk ago
HybridManagement$170k–$195k/yrFull-time

About the role

This position is responsible for preconstruction support for contemplated development & redevelopment projects across North America. This position will act as a liaison both internally and externally for preconstruction services by interacting with Project Managers, Procurement Team Representatives, Sales Engineers, Clientele, Consultants, Contractors, and Vendors.

Responsibilities

  • Review current standards for cost savings opportunities and better constructability.
  • Support evaluating potential standards changes/updates.
  • Review individual project drawing deliverables on select projects for technical content, pricing and constructability.
  • Participate and lead cost review meetings with internal stakeholders including members of our acquisitions, portfolio management, sales, design and construction teams.
  • Help explain to various stakeholders how budgets evolve due to internal and external factors.
  • Help establish and update budgets for potential development projects across the portfolio.
  • Evaluate cost and constructability implications of incorporating customer driven change requests.
  • Follow market trends that impact project budgets.
  • Create in house budgets as well as liaise with general contracting partners on budget developments.
  • Provide assistance with any cost related issues that may arise on projects in flight.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.
  • 5-7 years minimum experience encompassing the construction or preconstruction of Data Centers and Mission Critical facilities is required.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
  • 7-10 years of progressive management experience in design and construction, ideally with data centers or similar environments.
  • Experience managing multi-country projects and delivering large developments.
  • Proven expertise in construction project management, including digital tools, risk management, automation, and operational optimization.
  • Familiarity with schedule governance, collaborative planning, and workflow optimization.
  • Experience in continuous process improvement and managing KPIs/metrics.
  • Strong understanding of change/gating processes in owner-operator development organizations.

Skills

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Teamwork and leadership abilities.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of building codes and construction systems.
  • Time management and organizational skills.
  • Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly Excel.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance.
  • 401(k) match.
  • Disability benefits.
  • Wellness and education benefits.
  • Employee stock purchase plan.
  • Paid time off.
  • Holidays.

Pay

$170,000 – $195,000.

Schedule

N/A

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