Senior Construction Project Manager | Data Center

Data Center Sr. Construction Project Manager (MULTIPLE LOCATIONS)

⚠️ ATTENTION: While this role is listed as remote, it does not mean working from home full-time. While there may not be a central office to commute to daily, the position requires being on-site at project locations every day. Relocation to one of the available locations is mandatory if outside the area.***

📍 Multiple Locations: TX, NV, VA, IA, SC, AZ, GA, OH, MI

Type: Full-Time/On-Site requirements (NOT REMOTE)

Applicants OUTSIDE of the US or with work restrictions will NOT be considered.

Note: This role is NOT for a Civil/CSA or IT Construction Project Manager (CPM). It is specifically for an Infrastructure CPM specializing in Electro-Mechanical systems and related disciplines of Data Center infrastructure CPM.

About Our Client

Our client specializes in construction professional services, and general contractor services for the mission-critical infrastructure industry, including data centers. They focus on delivering state-of-the-art data centers with precision, reliability, and efficiency.

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking Senior Construction Project Managers who will play a key role in the successful execution of data center construction projects in several locations (with priority in Reno and Las Vegas NV, Cedar Rapids IA, Grand Rapids MI, Austin TX, Atlanta GA currently). These individuals will oversee all aspects of project management, ensuring the projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Act as the on-site “eyes and ears” of the owner to oversee, assess, report, and manage the safe delivery of data center construction projects.
• Serve as a virtual extension of the Owner’s Project Team, establishing a close relationship with the owner to understand project requirements, goals, and constraints.
• Bring best practices and innovative experience to facilitate efficiencies in design, construction, and operational transition processes.
• Comply with the owner’s standards for quality, cost structure, and on-time delivery.
• Assist in maintaining project-level schedule and cost controls and reporting in line with the owner’s requirements.
• Create and establish the Master Project Schedule and Budget.
• Manage General Contractor compliance with construction contracts, budgets, changes, payment terms, and schedules.
• Perform contractor pre-qualification, bid solicitation, bid analysis, and recommendations.
• Coordinate with the design team to meet the client’s design guidelines and standards.
• Assist with city or other authority approvals process, permitting, etc.
• Perform constructability review of project documents and value engineering.
• Conduct project cash planning and cash flow projections.
• Assist the client in identifying, scoping, buying-out, and scheduling all Owner-direct vendors and consultants.
• Oversee commissioning plans and processes to completion and final reporting.
• Manage punch list, substantial completion, and final completion processes.
• Negotiate, resolve, and close out any outstanding change orders, quality issues, or disputes.
• Prepare and submit final project accounting and budget.
• Implement communication plans and project documentation governance aligned with company and client requirements.
• Track project progress against goals, objectives, approved budgets, and approved timelines, and create action plans to meet objectives.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related technical field (Preferred).

Experience

• 7+ years of construction management or general contractor experience.
• 5+ years of experience in mission-critical/data center construction management.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction design, bidding, and execution processes.
• Proficient in cost management, forecasting, and project scheduling.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence decisions effectively.
• Financial acumen with the ability to connect detailed data to overall project objectives.
• Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and present findings to senior management.

Benefits

Our Client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

✅ Health, dental, and vision insurance

✅ Life insurance

✅ 401(k) retirement plan

✅ Paid time off

✅ Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Logistics, Travel Requirements, and Work Status:

• Eligible to work in the US without work restrictions
• Residing in any of the target locations or willing to relocate if selected.
• On-site presence as required.
• Able to travel across the US, project on a needed basis (US Citizens or Green Card holders will be preferred)
• A clean driving record and a valid driver's license are required.

How to Apply

If you feel you are an excellent candidate and have the required skills and experience indicated above, please send your attached resume via Easy Apply, respond to the screening questions, and send any important details (including cover letters) to info@potenco.ca

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