Construction Manager

TEKsystems; Wheeler (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking an expert Contract Project Manager to serve as the central on-site coordinator for a Wheeler, TX data center project. You will manage contractor activities, safety, and schedule with a focus on efficient, safe execution.

You will drive contractor accountability, lead issue resolution, and provide daily status updates to leadership. This role requires 10+ years in large-scale, high‑risk construction and hybrid on-site work in Wheeler, TX.

Qualifications

• Expert level construction management experience in mission-critical, hyperscale, or large industrial projects.
• Strong ability to coordinate multiple contractors and trades in high‑velocity environments.
• Proven track record of maintaining safety, schedule, and quality across complex sites.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities across general contractors, subcontractors, commissioning teams, utility providers, and vendors.
• Lead daily/weekly construction planning meetings and ensure proper sequencing to avoid conflicts.
• Enforce safety protocols, escalate issues, and partner with EHS teams to meet OSHA standards.

Skills

Construction coordination

Trade sequencing

Contractor management

Site logistics

Safety leadership

Schedule management

Conflict resolution

Executive communication

Risk management

Job description

Description

The primary objective of this role is to serve as the central point of coordination for all contractors and vendors on‑site, ensuring safe, efficient, and schedule‑driven execution of the Wheeler, TX data center project.

Vendor & Contractor Coordination

Coordinate activities across general contractors, subcontractors, commissioning teams, utility providers, and specialty vendors. Manage daily and weekly construction planning meetings. Sequence work to prevent trade stacking and overlapping activities. Ensure site logistics plans are maintained and followed. Resolve conflicts between vendors before they impact schedule or safety.

Safety Oversight

Identify situations where multiple trades are working in the same area and creating safety risks. Enforce site safety protocols and escalation procedures. Partner with EHS teams to ensure compliance with OSHA and HPC company standards. Stop or redirect work when unsafe conditions exist. Hold contractors accountable for corrective actions.

Schedule & Execution Management

Monitor construction progress against the master schedule. Identify schedule conflicts and recovery plans. Track critical path activities. Coordinate site access, equipment deliveries, crane operations, and major installations. Ensure work packages are completed in the correct sequence.

Contractor Accountability

Drive ownership among general contractors and subcontractors. Document and communicate performance issues. Lead issue resolution and action‑item tracking. Ensure contractors meet quality, safety, and schedule requirements. Escalate contractor performance concerns to NVIDIA leadership when necessary.

Stakeholder Communication

Provide daily status updates to NVIDIA leadership. Communicate risks, mitigation plans, and schedule impacts. Maintain clear records of decisions, actions, and field issues.

Ideal Background Experience

10+ years in mission‑critical construction, hyperscale data centers, semiconductor facilities, advanced manufacturing, or large industrial projects. Experience managing greenfield construction projects valued at billions of dollars. Strong field‑based construction management experience.

Critical Competencies: Construction coordination, Trade sequencing, Contractor management, Site logistics, Safety leadership, Schedule management, Conflict resolution, Executive communication, Risk management.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience working in a high‑velocity, high‑pressure environment.

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Wheeler, TX.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $90.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision


• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital


• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available


• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)


• Short and long‑term disability


• Health Spending Account (HSA)


• Transportation benefits


• Employee Assistance Program


• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type: This is a hybrid position in Wheeler, TX.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

TEKsystems is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.