Commercial Construction Project Manager - Mission Critical

HITT Contracting Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

HITT Contracting Inc. in Santa Clara seeks a Commercial Construction Project Manager to lead mission-critical and data center projects across the Bay Area, from preconstruction to closeout.

You will coordinate with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and internal teams, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure safety, quality, and commissioning goals while mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction experience with a general contractor.
• Direct experience managing mission-critical, data center, semiconductor, clean room, or similarly complex technical projects.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems, long-lead procurement, testing, commissioning, and turnover processes.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and scopes of work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adherence to HITT’s safety and quality standards.
• Manage mission-critical and data center projects from preconstruction through final closeout.
• Develop, monitor, and manage project budgets, forecasts, schedules, and cost reports.
• Lead project meetings and communicate progress, risks, milestones, and financial performance to clients and internal leadership.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, procurement logs, pay applications, change orders, and project documentation.
• Coordinate closely with the superintendent and site operations team throughout the project.
• Oversee subcontractor performance, scope compliance, scheduling, and financial commitments.
• Review drawings, specifications, and scopes of work for accuracy, constructability, and coordination.
• Support procurement and installation of long-lead equipment and critical MEP systems.
• Coordinate with design teams, commissioning agents, utility providers, vendors, and trade partners.
• Manage complex project logistics, phased construction, equipment turnover, and work within active environments.
• Identify project risks and develop solutions that protect the interests of HITT and the client.
• Ensure quality-control plans, testing requirements, and commissioning activities are completed and documented.
• Lead project closeout, including punch-list completion, owner training, turnover documentation, and final acceptance.
• Mentor and support Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and other project team members.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and industry partners.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Client communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Construction management degree

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Excel

JD Edwards

Job description

Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belong at HITT.

Commercial Construction Project Manager - Mission Critical

Job Description

A Project Manager with HITT’s Santa Clara office is responsible for the overall management and successful delivery of mission-critical and data center projects throughout the Bay Area. The Project Manager leads projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with HITT’s quality standards.

This individual serves as a primary liaison among the client, design team, subcontractors, vendors, and internal project team. The Project Manager must understand the complex mechanical, electrical, controls, life-safety, and commissioning requirements associated with mission-critical construction while demonstrating the characteristics of a mid-level leader.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adherence to HITT’s safety and quality standards
• Manage mission-critical and data center projects from preconstruction through final closeout
• Develop, monitor, and manage project budgets, forecasts, schedules, and cost reports
• Lead project meetings and communicate progress, risks, milestones, and financial performance to clients and internal leadership
• Manage RFIs, submittals, procurement logs, pay applications, change orders, and project documentation
• Coordinate closely with the superintendent and site operations team throughout the project
• Oversee subcontractor performance, scope compliance, scheduling, and financial commitments
• Review drawings, specifications, and scopes of work for accuracy, constructability, and coordination
• Support procurement and installation of long-lead equipment and critical MEP systems
• Coordinate with design teams, commissioning agents, utility providers, vendors, and trade partners
• Manage complex project logistics, phased construction, equipment turnover, and work within active environments
• Identify project risks and develop solutions that protect the interests of HITT and the client
• Ensure quality-control plans, testing requirements, and commissioning activities are completed and documented
• Lead project closeout, including punch-list completion, owner training, turnover documentation, and final acceptance
• Mentor and support Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and other project team members
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and industry partners

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; a four-year degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or business is strongly preferred
• Additional relevant construction experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Five or more years of commercial construction experience with a general contractor
• Direct experience managing mission-critical, data center, semiconductor, clean room, or similarly complex technical projects required
• Strong understanding of MEP systems, long-lead procurement, testing, commissioning, and turnover processes
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, change orders, and subcontractors
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and scopes of work
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Procore, Bluebeam, Adobe, JD Edwards, or comparable construction-management systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate clearly with clients, project teams, subcontractors, and senior leadership
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills
• Commitment to continuous improvement, collaboration, integrity, and HITT’s core values
• Ability to work from the Santa Clara office and assigned project sites throughout the Bay Area

In accordance with California’s Labor Code Section 432.3, the base salary range for this position is:

$106,480.00 - $145,200.00

Compensation in other cities and states may vary. HITT Contracting offers a competitive total benefits and compensation package including performance-based bonuses, premium health care coverage including vision and dental, employer-matched 401(k), wellness reimbursement program, paid holidays and time-off, and other voluntary benefits and leave types. The determination of salary is based on the candidate’s individual professional experience, qualifications, education, skills, and training.

HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.