Construction Manager (Data Centers - Columbus, OH )

Selectek; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Selectek in Columbus, OH is seeking a Mission Critical Construction Manager to oversee internal and subcontractor crews for datacenter construction and upgrade projects. The role covers BMS/EPMS and multi-trade scopes, with live datacenter experience highly valued.

Requirements include 3–5 years in mission critical/datacenter field management, ability to read diagrams, enforce safety and quality, and willingness to travel to project sites.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years or more of mission critical and data center construction field management experience.
• Experience working in live datacenters required.
• Experience running crews in live datacenter environments required.

Responsibilities

• Full time on-site beginning at 6AM.
• Coordinate and support internal and subcontractor teams on mission critical renovation/upgrade projects that include BMS, EPMS, mechanical, electrical, and structural scopes of work.
• Maintain safe working environment and champion safety culture.
• Apply expertise to support project management with planning, schedule management, coordination, and closeout.
• Provide technical direction and support for Trade Partners and field crews in daily construction activities.
• Provide construction and schedule updates to project management team.
• Assist with RFIs, submittals, site logistics plans, and as-built documentation.
• Attend site visits with client and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with estimating and project team to support RFQs and bid submittals.
• Promote positive customer relationships.
• Identify bottlenecks and recommend improvements.

Skills

Read and interpret one-line diagrams

Read and interpret P&ID/BMS diagrams

Interpret electrical drawings

OSHA30/ safety procedures

Coordinate field teams

Travel to sites

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

BMS/EPMS systems

Power distribution controls

Job description

A Mission Critical Construction Manager responsible for managing internal and subcontractor crews for datacenter construction and upgrade projects. Scopes vary from minor BMS/EPMS upgrade projects to major multidisciplinary scopes involving multiple subcontractors and trades. This position will be based out of Columbus, OH. Required: 3-5 years or more of Mission Critical and Data Center construction field management experience. Experience working in live datacenters required. Experience running crews in live datacenter environments required. Thorough experience with construction, safety, and quality best practices Understanding of electrical, mechanical, structural, architectural trades and industrial construction methods.

Specific requirements include:

• Ability to read and interpret a one-line diagram
• Ability to interpret P&ID/BMS Controls diagrams
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and trace the flow of power
• Ability to abide and understand simple and complex LOTO procedures and coach others on how to follow OSHA30 Certificate preferred
• Experience with BMS and EPMS systems construction, integration, and commissioning tasks
• Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic team environment with multiple stakeholders
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Solution orientated with solid problem-solving skills
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites
• Ability to pass background check
• Must be able to work for any US Employer without current or future visa sponsorship
• Prior experience working with Power Distribution Controls and/or automated control systems

Job Responsibilities:

• Full time on-site beginning at 6AM
• Coordinate and support internal and subcontractor teams on mission critical renovation/upgrade projects that include BMS, EPMS, mechanical, electrical, and structural scopes of work
• Maintain safe working environment and champion our safety culture
• Apply expertise to support project management teams with planning, schedule management, coordination, and closeout
• Provide technical direction and support for Trade Partners and field crews in daily construction activities
• Provide construction and schedule updates to project management team
• Assist with coordination of client submittals, site logistics plans, and as-built documentation
• Assist with coordination of RFIs and maintain log as required
• Attend site visits with client and subcontractors
• Coordinate with estimating and project team to support RFQs and bid submittals
• Promote positive customer relationships
• Coordinate site access and badging requests
• Identify process bottlenecks and make recommendations for improvement

Pay Range: $130k/yr. - $150k/yr.