Construction Lead – AI Data Center Builds

GIGA ENERGY; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Equity

401(k)

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

FSA/HSA

Commuter benefits

On-site collaboration

Job summary

Giga Energy is seeking a Construction Manager to lead pre-construction and construction across data center infrastructure projects. You will manage budgets, schedules, and contractor coordination, driving on-time, within-budget delivery from pre-construction through energization.

The role supports remote work from home when based outside Houston/SF hubs, with frequent travel to project sites in Texas and other geographies. Strong leadership and PM tools experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in construction or energy project management; utilities or modular infra preferred.
• Proven experience managing complex contractor networks and large-scale procurement.
• Strong understanding of permitting, utility coordination, QA/QC procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Monday.com, Procore).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all pre-construction and construction activities across data center projects.
• Manage budgeting, scheduling, and coordinating with contractors and suppliers.
• Oversee site execution and ensure on-time, within-budget delivery of quality work.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical teams and trade partners.
• Lead site meetings, resolve field conflicts, and drive RFIs and submittals to closure.
• Maintain project records, progress reports, and turnover readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Detail-oriented

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Monday.com

Job description

Giga Energy is seeking a Construction Manager to lead pre-construction and construction across data center infrastructure projects. You will manage budgets, schedules, and contractor coordination, driving on-time, within-budget delivery from pre-construction through energization.

The role supports remote work from home when based outside Houston/SF hubs, with frequent travel to project sites in Texas and other geographies. Strong leadership and PM tools experience are essential.