Construction Project Manager

Netrality Data Centers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life, disability, and AD&

Parental leave, fertility support, 401

Job summary

Netrality Data Centers in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee complex data-center construction projects from start to finish. You will coordinate site teams, manage budgets, and ensure adherence to timelines and quality standards.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in construction management, preferably in data centers or telecom, with strong skills in risk management, blueprint interpretation, and CM software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or a related field.
• Data center or telecommunications industry experience strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of construction management experience.
• Knowledge of construction processes, methods, and quality standards.
• Ability to read blueprints and use CM software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from initiation to completion within Netrality's portfolio.
• Support budgeting and cost-estimation processes for projects.
• Resolve issues with subcontractors, engineers, architects, and others.
• Conduct and document all project meetings.
• Review and approve payment applications and closeout documents.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.
• Evaluate risks and remediation strategies for projects.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, engineers, and key team members.
• Ensure projects meet deadlines and milestones.
• Prepare progress reports for stakeholders and management.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Ethical conduct

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, business development, or similar

Tools

MRI

Avid

Procore

BIM

Primavera

MS Project

Job description

Construction Project Manager

Netrality Data Centers Chicago, Illinois, United States

About this position

Who We Are

Netrality Data Centers is a growing private-equity backed owner-operator of strategic interconnection properties. With eighteen premier data centers located in six metropolitan markets, Netrality continues to acquire strategic network interconnection data centers and develop Meet Me Rooms (MMRs) and wholesale data center space within those properties to offer the highest quality and most robust direct network interconnections in the market.

Netrality offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to our employees, notably:

• Multiple offerings for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life, short- and long-term disability, and AD&D insurance
• Paid parental leave, fertility support, 401k matching
• Employee discount services through our partners savings platform
• $1:$1 company match for all eligible charitable gifts

Who We Need

Netrality has an exciting opportunity for a rising Construction Project Manager to be a part of Netrality's expansion and capital improvement projects. The successful candidate will have strong project management experience along with a strong understanding of critical building systems and general building operations.

Netrality is a close-knit team of A-players. This is a great opportunity for the right person to establish efficiencies and best practice enterprise-wide, with the potential for growth within the function over time.

Description of Responsibilities

• Work with construction and site teams to oversee construction projects taking place within the Netrality portfolio from beginning to end
• Support the budgeting process for projects cost estimating process
• Resolve any problems that may arise with subcontractors, engineers, architects, and other contributors
• Conduct and document all project meetings
• Review and approve applications for payment including all associated documents such as closeout documents
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes
• Evaluate, communicate, and determine remediation of risks of projects
• Collaborate with subcontractors, engineers, architects, and key team members of the project team
• Ensure all project deadlines are met
• Keep all stakeholders aware of the progress on projects and prepare progress reports regularly
• Handle any environmental or local community issues that may come up during a project
• Conduct site checks to monitor progress and quality standards
• Maintain ethical, professional, and courteous relations with contractors and tenants
• Stay abreast of the latest technology as related to construction process efficiencies
• Participate in adhoc projects or assignments as requested

Position Requirements and Desired Skills

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, business development, or similar strongly preferred
• Data Center or telecommunications industry experience strongly preferred
• Proven working experience in construction management, 5+ years strongly preferred
• Knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods
• Knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards
• Understanding of all facets of the construction process
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Familiarity with construction management software packages
• Competent in conflict and crisis management
• Excellent time and project management skills
• Advanced knowledge of Word, Excel and working knowledge of the following software applications: MRI, Avid, Procore, BIM, Primavera or MS Project is a plus.
• Excellent communicator, confidently articulating complex analysis and solutions
• Be a detail-oriented problem solver with a win-win attitude, working towards meaningful solutions
• Experience working independently as well as collaboratively; effectively managing priorities while meeting hard deadlines
• Ability to work cross-functionally with ease
• Highest ethical and professional conduct and integrity

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