Construction Manager- Data Centers

Etech Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + match

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Generous paid time off

Learning and growth opportunities

Job summary

E Tech Group in Pittsburgh is seeking an On-Site Construction Manager to coordinate installation phases of Data Center projects and ensure technical success. You will collaborate with General and Subcontractors and our internal project team, reporting to the lead PM to address issues and keep deadlines and scope on track.

You must be local to the Pittsburgh area and willing to report on-site. The role emphasizes budget control, schedule adherence, and proactive communication to meet client

Qualifications

• BS Engineering degree or equivalent educational background.
• 10 years in project and/or construction management environment.
• Experience in industrial controls for data centers or similar industries.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate installation phases of projects with general and subcontractors.
• Ensure on-time delivery and adherence to budget and scope.
• Communicate with client and project team to resolve issues promptly.
• Develop labor resource plans and quality control measures with the PM.
• Maintain scope control, change orders, and risk mitigation as needed.
• Forecast project costs and manage earned value and contingencies.

Skills

Project management

Construction management

Industrial controls

MS Project

Education

BS Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Project

Job description

At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward-thinking experts. We’re one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States providing value for our clients through IT automation and control solutions for more than 30 years to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals & Mining, Warehousing & Distribution, and CPG/Food & Beverage industries. Our national scale allows us to help our clients develop and implement standardized solutions at any of their facilities regardless of physical location or the local resources available at that site.

We are seeking an On-Site Construction Manager to manage and coordinate the installation phases of projects, in addition to the technical success of projects. You will rely on your expert communication skills as you work directly with General and Subcontractors in addition to our own internal project team. You will report to the lead PM of a given project, working transparently to ensure any issues with the installation portion of the project are addressed in a timely manner and that proactive measures are taken to ensure deadlines and scope expectations are met and exceeded.

You must be local to the Pittsburgh area and be willing to report on-site.

You Will:

• Be in charge of the E Tech Low Voltage Subcontractor’s scope and schedule as it pertains to the installation of a given Data Center project.
• Be responsible for delivering the installation portion of a given project on time and under budget, as defined by the E Tech Lead Project Manager.
• Be responsible for communications between client and subcontractors by working closely with the Lead Project Manager.
• Work with Project Manager to develop the project labor resource plan and quality control plan to meet the client’s schedule objective and project budget requirements.
• Maintain firm control of scope and compliance with FRS and contract requirements. Ensure that the subcontractor scope is well defined and communicated, and proactively communicate and obtain any required Change Orders, develop additional scope opportunities which may serve the client’s objective.
• Develop and maintain project cost budgets and reports; manage estimated cost at completion, earned value, and contingency. Forecast monthly project costs avoiding cost overruns.
• Work with the project team in achieving the project tasks and milestones on schedule and under budget. Work closely with the Operations group to ensure that the right resources are assigned to the project at the optimal time. Communicate project progress to the team and to the client and be an effective advocate for the project team. Identify project risks in advance and mobilize the necessary resources to mitigate risks.
• Serve as an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates.

You Have:

• BS Engineering degree or equivalent educational background
• 10 years in project and/or construction management environment
• Proficient in the utilization of project and construction management principles, methods, and tools.
• Experience in industrial controls for data centers, building management, consumer products, automotive, food & beverage, process industries, energy management, or similar.
• Experience in building construction and the managing of subcontractors.
• A DNA comprised of collaboration and teamwork.

You May Have:

• Knowledge and expertise of Low Voltage installation of conduit, cable, etc.
• Experienced in the use of project management software such as MS Project
• Experience managing control system, HMI, plant data historian, and other industrial projects.
• Experience with MES/MOM solution implementation.

Benefits & Perks:

• 401k + match + prompt enrollment. E Tech Group employees are 100% vested upon entry.
• Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off that includes paid vacation, paid holidays, paid family leave and sick time off.
• Learning and growth are key parts of the E Tech culture. We provide you with training and continuing education from day one, so you canadvance your career. As an E Tech associate, youcan unlock your greatest potential through challenges and opportunities.

E Tech Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. E Tech Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs. E Tech Group is an Aff…