Construction Project Manager (contract)

Microsoft; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 160,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short & long-term disability

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Microsoft is seeking an experienced construction project manager to join the Data Center Construction organization in Phoenix, AZ. This on-site, 12-month contract role oversees large-scale data center projects from field execution through commissioning and turnover, coordinating contractors, vendors, and internal teams.

The ideal candidate has 8–10 years in project management for mission-critical or data-center builds, proficiency with scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project), and a

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing data center or large-scale construction projects.
• 3+ years using Primavera P6 or MS Project for scheduling.
• Bachelor's degree in related field; PMP preferred.
• Experience coordinating contractors and budgets.
• Experience working with electrical/infrastructure systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee large-scale data center construction projects from field execution to turnover.
• Coordinate multi-workstream activities with contractors, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Lead project meetings and manage risks, safety, quality, schedule.
• Review contracts, change orders, and cost estimates.
• Support turnover from construction to operations teams.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling tools

Contractor coordination

Leadership

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP certification

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Construction Project Manager (Contract)

Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.

Summary

We are seeking an experienced and driven construction project manager to join Microsoft's rapidly growing Data Center Construction organization in Phoenix, AZ. This is a high-impact, fully onsite role responsible for overseeing large-scale, mission-critical data center construction projects from field execution through commissioning and operational turnover. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at managing complex technical and logistical challenges, and brings strong leadership capabilities to coordinate diverse teams of contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders. This is a one-year contract engagement offering exceptional visibility across construction, commissioning, and operations functions, with direct influence over the delivery of infrastructure that powers global cloud and AI services.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of large-scale data center construction projects, including field walks, contractor coordination, schedule reviews, risk management, commissioning activities, and stakeholder communication
• Coordinate projects by developing detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities across multiple workstreams
• Collaborate closely with general contractors, trade partners, vendors, operations teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives are consistently achieved
• Present and explain proposals, reports, and project findings to clients and executive leadership
• Recruit, assign, direct, and evaluate team members while overseeing the development and maintenance of staff competence
• Analyze technology, resource needs, and market demand to plan and assess the feasibility of project activities
• Confer with management, production, and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures
• Review, recommend, and approve contracts and cost estimates while managing change control performance
• Lead daily and weekly project meetings, track action items, and resolve technical issues in a timely manner
• Support turnover activities from construction through commissioning and handoff to operations teams
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while maintaining overall project objectives
• Monitor and report on safety performance, schedule adherence, quality of deliverables, and cost management

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience managing commercial, industrial, mission-critical, or data center construction projects including cost, schedule, quality, and risk management
• 3+ years of experience utilizing construction scheduling tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent for milestone tracking and critical path analysis
• 3+ years of hands-on experience working with electrical, mechanical, mission-critical, or infrastructure systems including commissioning and field execution
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, construction management, engineering, or a related field required
• PMI or PMP certification preferred
• Background in electrical, mechanical, civil, or construction management disciplines highly desirable
• Experience managing contractor relationships, budgets, change orders, and technical issue resolution on large-scale construction programs
• Data center, commissioning, or critical infrastructure experience preferred; strong construction management fundamentals considered in lieu of direct data center experience
• 8-10 years of overall project management experience required

Additional Details

• Location: Phoenix, AZ (Onsite)
• Duration: 12 months
• Pay Range*: $77 - $87 per hour
• Weekly Schedule: 40 hours
• Job Status: Non-Exempt
• Application Deadline: Apply within 72 hours of the posting date to ensure consideration.

This Role Is Eligible For The Following Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Hospital plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave)

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

AGS 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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Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role. If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.

• We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to protected classifications.

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.