Construction Manager, Self-Perform

What Youll Do:

The Data Center Planning & Construction team at CoreWeave is responsible for delivering a rapidly growing portfolio of data centers and critical infrastructure projects that power our AI cloud platform. We own the full project lifecyclefrom site due diligence and design through construction commissioning and turnoverwhile partnering closely with Finance Operations and Executive Leadership to scale our footprint responsibly.

About the Role:

As a Manager Self Perform you will manage the delivery of construction projects across CoreWeaves growing portfolio of data center campuses. You will lead projects from initial site feasibility and pre-development planning through design permitting construction and final closeout. This role sits at the intersection of strategic planning and hands-on executionyou will be accountable for managing project budgets coordinating stakeholder relationships and ensuring projects align with CoreWeaves aggressive infrastructure roadmap.

In this role you will:

• Manage and support project lifecycle phases for data center construction projectsfrom site selection and feasibility studies through design development permitting construction and commissioning.
• Manage and track project budgets and assist in securing expenditure approvals across all project phases.
• Support General Contractor and subcontractor bid processes including market research and contract negotiation support to ensure competitive and high-quality partnerships.
• Coordinate external consultants and specialty vendors including architects structural and MEP engineers and legal counsel.
• Support pre-construction activities including design reviews and regulatory permitting in partnership with local jurisdictions and authorities.
• Monitor and help mitigate project delivery risks to keep schedules and budgets on track while maintaining CoreWeaves quality standards.
• Partner closely with internal Real Estate Engineering Operations and Finance teams to align project execution with organizational priorities.
• Maintain rigorous project documentation and provide regular status updates on schedule budget and risk status.

Who You Are:

• 5 years of progressive experience in construction project management real estate development or a related field with at least 2 years in a project management role.
• Demonstrated track record of managing commercial industrial or mission-critical construction projects (data center manufacturing or heavy industrial experience preferred) from inception through delivery.
• Experience with project budget management including cost forecasting and variance analysis.
• Experience supporting competitive bid processes and contract negotiations for General Contractor and subcontractor agreements.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary consultant and contractor teams including architectural structural civil and MEP disciplines.
• Working knowledge of construction contracts (AIA DBIA or equivalent) permitting and entitlement processes and applicable building codes and regulations.
• Experience with construction management software platforms such as Procore Primavera P6 or similar tools.
• Bachelors degree in Construction Management Architecture Civil Engineering or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred:

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
• Experience managing data center hyperscale or mission-critical facility construction projects.
• Familiarity with sustainability standards such as LEED or BREEAM and their application in large-scale developments.

Wondering if youre a good fit We believe in investing in our people and value candidates who can bring their diverse experiences to our teams even if you arent a 100% skill or experience match. Here are a few qualities weve found compatible with our team. If some of this describes you wed love to talk.

• You love to solve complex logistical puzzles and find satisfaction in turning a raw site into a world-class facility.
• Youre curious about the intersection of cutting-edge AI infrastructure and the physical environments that power it.
• Youre an expert at managing ambiguitybalancing aggressive timelines evolving technical requirements and competing stakeholder priorities without losing sight of the end goal.
• You thrive in fast-moving environments where the scope of work is large the stakes are high and no two days look the same.

Why CoreWeave

At CoreWeave we work hard have fun and move fast! Were in an exciting stage of hyper-growth that you will not want to miss out on. Were not afraid of a little chaos and were constantly learning. Our team cares deeply about how we build our product and how we work together which is represented through our core values:

• Be Curious at Your Core
• Act Like an Owner
• Empower Employees
• Deliver Best-in-Class Client Experiences
• Achieve More Together

We support and encourage an entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration and enables the development of innovative solutions to complex problems. As we get set for takeoff the growth opportunities within the organization are constantly expanding. You will be surrounded by some of the best talent in the industry who will want to learn from you too. Come join us!

The base salary range for this role is $122000-$179000. The starting salary will be determined by job-related knowledge skills experience and the market location. We strive for both market alignment and internal equity when determining addition to base salary our total rewards package includes a discretionary bonus equity awards and a comprehensive benefits program (all based on eligibility).

What We Offer

The range weve posted represents the typical compensation range for this role. To determine actual compensation we review the market rate for each candidate which can include a variety of factors. These include qualifications experience interview performance and location.

In addition to a competitive salary we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs. The benefits below reflect our US-based offerings; for roles in other locations benefits vary and are shared during the hiring process. These include:

• Medical dental and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Ability to Participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health
• Family-Forming support provided by Carrot
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible full-service childcare support with Kinside
• 401(k) with a generous employer match
• Flexible PTO
• Catered lunch each day in our office and data center locations
• A casual work environment
• A work culture focused on innovative disruption

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