Sr. Construction Manager- Data Center

The Data Center Construction Manager leads fastâpaced infrastructure buildouts upgrades and expansion projects within hyperscale enterprise and colocation data centers. This role executes project plans by coordinating and scheduling assignments managing materials logistics equipment contractors and tools required to deliver projects on time and within budget. The position requires proactive communication detailed planning and strong collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring all construction and installation activities meet customer expectations dataâcenter standards and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

Project & Team Leadership

• Reports directly to the Operations Manager and leads onsite construction and installation teams.
• Coordinates dayâtoâday activities for electrical mechanical cabling commissioning and general construction crews.
• Conducts daily safety briefings JSAs toolbox talks and enforces adherence to all site safety requirements.

Technical Execution

• Oversees the installation and integration of data center systems including:
  rack/stack hardware structured cabling fiber systems PDUs busway grounding containment systems HVAC components and power distribution equipment.
• Working knowledge of AC/DC power systems UPS systems battery strings generators and -48Vdc power.
• Ability to lead crews through complex tasks on active dataâcenter floors and equipment rooms.
• Demonstrated proficiency in at least one area:
  structured cabling fiber splicing/testing electrical/conduit installation mechanical systems or equipment commissioning.

Testing Quality & Documentation

• Working knowledge of test equipment including OTDR power meters fiber certification testers thermal imaging tools circuit analyzers and other commissioning gear.
• Ability to evaluate test results troubleshoot infrastructure faults respond to trouble tickets and support maintenance activities.
• Conduct site surveys quality assurance reviews punchlist walkâdowns and verify construction meets design and customer standards.
• Prepare daily/weekly progress reports feasibility assessments and project documentation.

Project Coordination

• Manage material procurement storage and onsite logistics.
• Ensure all installation work aligns with engineering drawings MOPs and dataâcenter operational requirements.
• Collaborate with electrical mechanical network engineering commissioning agents and facility operations to identify and resolve issues.
• Provide customer support including direct communication during builds guidance on issue resolution and management of customer expectations.
• Ensure compliance with company Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies.

Personal Qualities

• Leadership: Proven success leading highâperformance teams in missionâcritical environments.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret technical data to drive decisionâmaking and project outcomes.
• Conflict Resolution: Skilled at building consensus anticipating issues and resolving onsite conflicts.
• ResultsâDriven: Able to manage multiple competing priorities with strong execution discipline.
• Communication: Effective at communicating plans interpreting policies and presenting updates to stakeholders.
• Relationship Building: Able to work in crossâfunctional environments and demonstrate strong team leadership.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related technical field or five (5) years equivalent experience in dataâcenter or missionâcritical facility construction/management.
• Strong technical background in dataâcenter infrastructure including electrical mechanical and structured cabling systems.
• Familiarity with IT networking and dataâcenter architectures.
• Ability to think critically problemâsolve and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Current industry certifications preferred (e.g. BICSI OSHA PMP Data Center ops certifications).

Working Conditions

• Use of hand tools and power tools as required for site work.
• Frequent climbing of ladders navigating raised floors and working in construction zones.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials.
• Standard hours MondayFriday 8:00am5:00pm; however afterâhours and weekend support may be required during critical cutovers or maintenance windows.
• Travel required based on project locations.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Disclaimer: This job description does not constitute a contract between the employee and the employer. The job description duties may change at the discretion of the employer and/or the employer may request the employee to perform duties that are not listed on the job description.

Required Experience:

Manager