Senior Data Center Construction Manager (Owners Rep – Hyperscale Campus)

Position Overview

The Senior Data Center Construction Manager plays a critical role in the successful delivery of Fleets large-scale mission-critical data center projects. Reporting to the Director of Construction this role leads all aspects of project execution from concept and design coordination through commissioning and turnover ensuring projects are completed safely on schedule within budget and to the highest quality standards.

This leader collaborates across internal design operations and commissioning teams as well as with general contractors trade partners and consultants to deliver next-generation digital infrastructure that powers the worlds largest cloud and AI platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Manage all phases of data center construction including preconstruction planning execution and closeout.
• Oversee project schedules budgets and quality objectives ensuring alignment with program and company goals.
• Own and lead the work of general contractors subcontractors and vendors to achieve seamless project delivery.
• Monitor construction progress and proactively identify and resolve schedule or scope conflicts.
• Lead site-based project meetings inspections and commissioning activities.

Technical & Quality Oversight

• Ensure proper installation and integration of mission-critical systems electrical mechanical cooling controls fire protection and security.
• Verify compliance with Tier III/Tier IV design standards building codes and safety regulations.
• Hold accountable commissioning and operations teams to validate performance reliability and uptime readiness.
• Drive quality control programs and enforce documentation standards through Procore or equivalent systems.

Budgeting & Contracts

• Develop track and manage project budgets cash flow forecasts and cost reports.
• Lead RFP processes contract negotiations and change order reviews with contractors and suppliers.
• Review project scopes drawings and specifications to identify cost and schedule optimization opportunities.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams owners representatives contractors and consultants.
• Provide regular progress updates and risk assessments to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of accountability safety and continuous improvement across project teams.

Risk Safety and Compliance

• Ensure adherence to all environmental health and safety requirements on site.
• Oversee risk mitigation strategies and contingency planning for schedule design or logistical challenges.
• Drive sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives in design and construction execution.

Why Sparks NV

• No state income tax
• Proximity to Reno / Tahoe
• Lower COL than Bay Area / Seattle
• Growing data center hub

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management Engineering or a related field.
• 7 years of progressive experience in large-scale construction management including at least 5 years managing mission-critical or data center projects.
• 7 years of experience reading and interpreting construction plans specifications and contracts
• 5 years of experience leading complex projects ($50M) managing multiple contractors and timelines.
• 5 years of experience with MEP systems power distribution UPS/generator systems and building automation.
• 5 years of experience with Procore Microsoft Office Suite and construction scheduling software (e.g. Primavera P6 MS Project).

Preferred Qualifications

• Self-starter with a high degree of initiative and attention to detail.
• Excellent leadership communication and problem-solving skills.

Expected Salary Range: $160000 - $200000 base 25% annual bonus

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance will be provided for candidates not currently residing within commuting distance and need to fully relocate to the Sparks area.

Travel: As this is an on-site position there will be limited travel associated with the role.

Fleet Data Centers Employment

Fleet Data Centers employees enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including 100% employer-covered medical dental and vision insurance a 401K program standard paid holidays and unlimited PTO.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the organizations ongoing needs.

Fleet Data Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability or veteran status. If you need assistance applying for any of our open positions please contact us at.

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