Construction Manager (OFCI & Equipment Management) - IL

TEKsystems; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem (for relocation or travel)

Job summary

Meta (through TEKsystems) in DeKalb, IL is seeking a Construction Manager - Owners Rep to lead large-scale data center projects. You will monitor long- and short-term plans, direct field activities, control costs and schedule, and ensure work meets the project documents and safety standards.

You will coordinate with General Contractors, vendors, and consultants, manage procurement and inspections, and maintain cross-functional communication to keep projects on track and within budget.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of construction management on large-scale projects.
• Experience in data center or mission-critical environments.
• Oversight of GC and external vendors, strong documentation and QA.
• Proven cost control, scheduling, and problem solving skills.
• PM certification or CCM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field activities, manage plans, costs, and schedule.
• Review GC/contractor plans, procurements, and bids.
• Coordinate with GC, vendors, and consultants to deliver projects.
• Maintain safety programs and quality in accordance with specs.
• Attend OAC meetings and manage site logistics with internal teams.

Skills

Construction Management

Data center / critical facility

Vendor management

Documentation & QA

Cost tracking & scheduling

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/construction management

CCM/PM certification preferred

Tools

Procore

MS Project

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Visio

Outlook / Teams / OneNote

Job description

Company: Meta (through TEKsystems)

Title: Construction Manager - Owners Rep

Location: DeKalb, IL

Duration: 30+ months

Contract Type: W2

Compliance: Willing to consent to background check

Start Date: Nov 2026

Pay Rate: Up to $100/hr

Per Diem: Yes (for those relocating or traveling)

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience with Construction Management of large-scale projects
• Any experience in data center, critical facility, or mission critical environments
• Experience overseeing General Contractor & external vendors
• Proficiency in project documentation, quality assurance, and progress reporting
• Strong skills in cost tracking, scheduling, and problem-solving

Summary

The Construction Manager will be directly responsible for monitoring and refining the long-range and short-term plans to ensure the success of the construction project. The Construction Manager will direct and coordinate the day-to-day activities in the field, manage and coordinate the flow of information, control costs, manage and control the schedule, implement and monitor the safety programs, and verify that the completed work is constructed to a quality level consistent with the requirements of the construction documents. The Construction Manager will perform cross-function tasks to coordinate with various project teams, in addition but not limited to General Contractors, Vendors, and Consultants to delivery projects.

The Construction Manager works directly for the DC Ops Field Management (FOI), Sr. Field Ops Construction Program Manager supporting the strategic and tactical delivery of the data center projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and/or coordinate with operations personnel and resources for the projects.
• Assist with preconstruction efforts.
• Manage all aspects of the project from inception through closeout.
• Review GC/Contractor Project Executive Plan.
• Review trade contracts and bid packages, as well as oversee the procurement process.
• Assist with developing scope of work and reviewing proposals for the following: General Contractors (GC), Equipment Vendors, Commissioning Agent, Testing and Inspection Agent.
• Oversee performance of project including but not limited to project status, procurement, equipment delivery, schedule, cost control, safety and change management systems.
• Maintain relationships with with internal partners, designers, consultants, and the GC team.
• Attend and POC lead for GC/Contractor project OAC meetings, including progress, pre-construction and pre-award.
• Coordinate with internal team inspection and test data review for compliance with specifications and company standards.
• Coordinate with the internal team to perform reviews of the GC/Contractor site logistics plan, procurement plans, safety plans, and schedules during development for compliance and acceptance.
• Coordinate with internal team and GC/Contractor/Vendors during MSOW submissions and reviews, including scheduling escorts.
• Coordinate with internal team and GC/Contractor/Vendors site blackout dates and stop work notifications.
• Perform regular project walks to review works in place for progress updates, schedule update verification, invoice and quality review.
• Demonstrate commitment to an Injury-Free Environment (IFE) through own actions, mentoring others, and enforcing IFE program on projects.

Skills

• Verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage one's time and collaborate within a team.
• Knowledge of design, bidding and construction processes, quality control, costs, risks, schedule and safety to drive project completion on-time and within budget.
• Knowledge of construction delivery methods: Design-build, design-bid build, CM-at Risk, and Design Assist.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and risk assessment and management.
• Knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, Procore or sim PMIS, Microsoft Outlook and TEAMs, OneNote, etc.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• CCM, PMI or PMP certification preferred, or similar applicable certifications.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of DeKalb, IL.

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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in DeKalb,IL.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company 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.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

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.

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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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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