Construction Manager

Dice; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading general contractor specializing in retrofitting data centers across the United States is seeking a Construction Manager. This full-time role involves overseeing multiple projects, ensuring quality and timeliness. Candidates should have at least 7 years of construction management experience and strong leadership skills. The position requires extensive travel across the U.S. and Canada, supporting construction initiatives and fostering relationships with clients. Competitive salary and contract employment type offered.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 7 years of experience in construction management.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office and familiar with project management tools.
• Experience using specialized power and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of construction projects from planning to close-out.
• Maintain clear communication with internal teams and clients.
• Support budgeting and cost estimation for projects.
• Identify, onboard, and manage subcontractors.
• Champion company processes and quality standards.

Skills

Strong leadership and project management skills

Excellent communication and organizational abilities

Technical proficiency in construction and data center systems

Ability to manage budgets and financial reporting

Skilled in subcontractor coordination and procurement

Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Education

Minimum 7 years of construction management experience

PMP or equivalent certification

Tools

MS Office

Basic hand tools

Specialized power tools

Electrical meter

Job description

Overview

This range is provided by Dice. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Our client, a prominent general contractor specializing in retrofitting cutting‑edge data centers across the United States and Canada, is currently seeking a Construction Manager.

We are dedicated to delivering state‑of‑the‑art infrastructure and services to meet the evolving demands of our clients. As we continue to expand our operations, we are seeking an experienced Construction Manager with a focus on data center retrofits to join our team in the United States.

The Construction Manager is a full‑time leadership position for the Delivery organization. The Construction Manager may manage specific projects on his/her own but is also responsible for ensuring that the company’s portfolio of projects is coordinated and delivered with high quality, on time, and under budget. The ideal candidate will have a mastery of communication, organization, and service skills.

Travel: Across United States & Canada is required approximately 70% of the time. The candidate will be expected to spend a majority of his or her time at the customer sites managing construction projects and developing relationships with the local customer teams.

Mandatory Attributes

• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Technical proficiency in construction and data center systems
• Ability to manage budgets and financial reporting
• Skilled in subcontractor coordination and procurement
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Cultural Qualifications

• Cross‑Functional Collaboration and Character Driven - Works seamlessly with engineering, sales, finance, and operations teams, ensuring alignment across departments to ensure project success.
• Proactive and Inquisitive Problem Solver - Possesses a self‑starting attitude and natural curiosity.
• Committed to Continuous Learning and Innovation - Stays at the forefront of HVAC equipment, controls, building automation (e.g., Niagara Framework), and energy optimization strategies
• Client‑Centered and Mission‑Aligned - Passionate about shaping the future of sustainable, mission‑critical infrastructure. Brings a service approach to all stakeholder engagement, aiming to align all objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Coordination: Manage all phases of construction projects from planning to close‑out. Coordinate resources, schedules, safety plans, permits, and documentation. Lead meetings and ensure project milestones are met efficiently.
2. Project Communication: Maintain clear communication with internal teams and clients. Provide daily updates and participate in key meetings to ensure alignment and transparency.
3. Project Finances: Support budgeting and cost estimation. Track expenses, manage purchase orders, and ensure accurate billing and timely payments for all stakeholders.
4. Subcontractor Relations: Identify, onboard, and manage subcontractors. Define scopes of work, lead bidding processes, and ensure compliance with contracts and quality standards.
5. Procurement: Coordinate procurement and logistics of materials and equipment. Ensure timely delivery and cost‑effective sourcing for each project site.
6. Construction Standards and Process: Champion company processes and quality standards. Supervise field teams, perform quality control, and implement continuous improvements.
7. Training and Technical Oversight: Ensure subcontractors understand technical solutions and company expectations. Meet personal training goals and support knowledge sharing.
8. General Duties: Understand and apply our mission and core solutions. Travel extensively to support projects and collaborate with other managers as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of construction management experience.
• Advanced MS Office skills and familiarity with project management tools.
• Use of basic hand tools (screwdrivers, wire strippers/cutters, drills, etc.).
• Use of specialized power tools (saws, nibblers, impact drivers, etc.).
• Experience running control wire following best practices for dressing wire, stripping and landing wire ends, choosing and using proper conduit, fittings, grommets, etc.
• Use of electrical meter to verify conductivity and measure voltage, current, power, power factor, etc.
• Able to use a computer to configure fans, VFDs, etc.

Preferred

• PMP or equivalent certification
• HVAC and Mechanical experience a plus

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Industries: Technology, Information and Internet

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