Traveling Project Manager - Data Center Construction

About the role

The Project Manager will be responsible for the coordination, management, and successful execution of hyperscale data center projects ($500M+) across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions. This role is ideal for someone who excels in managing teams, budgets, schedules, and client relationships, and who is passionate about delivering projects that exceed expectations.

About the company

With more than 45 years in the business, this Top 100 ENR General Contractor has built a reputation as a true industry leader. Backed by a team of 350+ employees across multiple U.S. offices, they generate over $2.2B in annual revenue and are consistently seeing significant year-over-year growth. They specialize in delivering large, high-profile base building projects ($200M - $1B+) with a strong emphasis in data center construction. They have a massive pipeline of hyper-scale data center projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic & Southeast, and are rapidly expanding their presence in key markets nationwide.

What sets them apart: National industry leader with 20+ consecutive years as a top-ranked ENR Firm. Team-oriented, family-driven culture backed by the stability & resources of a large organization. Less than 5% turnover rate.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement activities, including soliciting bids, reviewing proposals, and selecting qualified subcontractors and suppliers.
• Lead on‑site project meetings to ensure alignment between construction teams, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other critical project documentation.
• Ensure all project deliverables meet quality standards through routine site inspections and adherence to specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve design issues and ensure constructability.
• Drive project kickoff and closeout processes, ensuring thorough documentation and smooth handoff.
• Track project financials, analyze cost trends, and report variances proactively.
• Coordinate equipment and material deliveries to support efficient, uninterrupted construction workflows.
• Support the commissioning and turnover process for data center systems and infrastructure.
• Facilitate communication across disciplines to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and technical requirements.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement across all project phases.
• Manage vendor performance and ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Assist in developing project execution plans and construction methodologies tailored to data center requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field is preferred
• +/- 5-12 years of industry experience
• Proven expertise in managing major, large-scale data center construction projects
• Knowledge of construction safety standards and quality assurance practices
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to coordinate with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Proficiency in project management tools and software
• A results-driven mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Willingness to travel throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions - will report to the HQ in Northern Virginia for the first 4-6 months

Pay & benefits

• Highly competitive 6-figure base salary + sign-on bonus
• An additional 10% of base salary will be added for all traveling employees
• $1,000/month vehicle allowance
• Uncapped annual bonus with significant earning potential
• Paid bi-weekly trips home
• ESOP Program
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401k employer match
• Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Accidental Death
• Company provided computer/laptop/i-Pad as needed
• 3 weeks PTO to start + company holidays