Construction Manager

Ascendion

San Antonio (TX)

On-site

USD 160,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Long-term disability insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Paid personal days

Paid vacation time

Paid holidays

Learning Management System access

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking an experienced Senior Field Operations Construction Program Manager in San Antonio, Texas. This role involves leading the end-to-end delivery of mission-critical data center construction projects ranging from $250K to $100M. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring project execution excellence, managing cross-functional teams, and adhering to safety and quality standards. Qualifications include 10+ years of experience in data center construction and proven project management skills, with a salary range of $160,000 - $180,000 per year.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in data center construction or mission-critical environments.
6+ years managing complex construction projects end-to-end.
4+ years leading cross-functional teams and delivering projects independently.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end delivery of construction projects.
Develop cost-effective construction strategies and best practices.
Manage cross-functional teams and contractors.
Track project scope, schedule, budget, and risks weekly.

Skills

Data center construction

Project management

Cross-functional team leadership

Construction management

Education

Bachelor’s or Technical College Degree in related field

Job description

Talent Acquisition Specialist @ Ascendion | Hiring for Microsoft and AWS : AI, IT, Functional, Data Center Construction, Creative & AAA Games | USA

About Ascendion

Ascendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000+ Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next.

Ascendion | Engineering to elevate life

We have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Come, change the world with us:

Build the coolest tech for world's leading brands
Solve complex problems – and learn new skills
Experience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clients
Master your craft with leading training programs and hands‑on experience

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Field Operations Construction Program Manager to lead the end‑to‑end delivery of mission‑critical data center construction projects ranging from $250K to $100M. This role is responsible for driving execution across planning, construction, and handover while ensuring excellence in safety, quality, cost, and schedule. Reporting to the Director of Operations Construction, this position plays a key role in delivering scalable, reliable infrastructure that supports critical business operations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end‑to‑end delivery of complex data center and mission‑critical construction projects
Develop and implement cost‑effective construction strategies and best practices
Manage cross‑functional teams, consultants, contractors, and vendors
Serve as the single point of contact for project execution and delivery
Track and report project scope, schedule, budget, risks, and KPIs on a weekly basis
Lead safety planning, execution, and compliance across all project phases
Prepare and manage RFPs, Project Execution Requests (PERs), and approval documentation
Review and approve vendor invoices, pay applications, and change orders
Facilitate decision‑making related to schedules, scope changes, and risk mitigation
Attend and lead Owner/Architect/Contractor (OAC) and other key project meetings

Minimum Qualifications

10+ years of experience in data center construction or mission‑critical environments
6+ years managing complex construction projects end‑to‑end
4+ years leading cross‑functional teams and delivering projects independently
Strong understanding of construction management, including cost, schedule, safety, and risk

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Technical College Degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
12+ years of progressive experience in mission‑critical facility development or high school qualification with 14+ years of relevant experience
Professional licenses in Construction Management and/or Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
Proven expertise in data center operations and large‑scale infrastructure delivery

Salary Range

The salary for this position is between $160,000 – $180,000 USD annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Long‑term disability insurance
Short‑term disability insurance
5 personal days accrued each calendar year. The paid time off benefits meet the paid sick and safe time laws that pertain to the city/state
10‑15 days of paid vacation time
6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per calendar year
Ascendion Learning Management System

Additional Information

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