Job Description

Job Title: Data Center Sr Construction Manager

Location: Columbus Ohio or Conesville or Sandusky
Department: Mission Critical / Data Center Projects

Job Summary:

The Data Center Senior Construction Manager will oversee the end-to-end delivery of mission-critical data center construction projects. Acting as the owner's representative, this role ensures that all aspects of construction-from design coordination to commissioning-are executed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. The ideal candidate brings deep technical knowledge of data center infrastructure, strong leadership, and a proven ability to manage complex, fast-paced projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the construction of new data centers and major infrastructure upgrades.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Coordinate with design teams, general contractors, and subcontractors throughout all project phases.
• Oversee MEP system installation and integration, ensuring alignment with critical facility requirements.
• Administer contracts and manage change orders, RFIs, and submittals.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, safety, and quality control.
• Provide detailed project reporting and updates to stakeholders and executive teams.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as Uptime Institute Tier levels and TIA-942.
• Support commissioning and turnover of facilities to operations teams.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and resolve issues proactively.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of construction management experience, with at least 3 years in data center or mission-critical environments.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and data center infrastructure.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Primavera).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
  

Desired Skills and Experience

🔹 Data Center Construction Management - Specialized in mission-critical infrastructure with experience in hyperscale and colocation builds.
🔹 MEP Systems Integration - Expert in managing complex mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems essential to data center uptime.
🔹 Critical Infrastructure Delivery - Proven track record in delivering Tier III/IV data centers on time and within budget.
🔹 Project Lifecycle Oversight - From site selection and design coordination to commissioning and handover.
🔹 Budgeting & Scheduling - Skilled in managing multimillion-dollar budgets and aggressive construction timelines.
🔹 Contract & Vendor Management - Oversight of general contractors, subcontractors, and design consultants.
🔹 Change Order & Risk Management - Proficient in evaluating technical changes and mitigating project risks.
🔹 QA/QC & Compliance - Ensures adherence to Uptime Institute, TIA-942, and client-specific standards.
🔹 Technical Documentation & Reporting - Delivers clear, data-driven updates to stakeholders and executive teams.
🔹 Cross-Functional Leadership - Collaborates with IT, facilities, and engineering teams to align construction with operational goals.

Job Tags

Contract work, For contractors, For subcontractor,

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