Construction Project Senior Manager - Data Center Infrastructure

CBRE; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead network infrastructure and cabling projects at a site. The role requires development, management, customer engagement, and leadership across the program.

Key duties include scheduling, cost control, risk management, client presentations, and preparing proposals and budgets for successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields and 10+ years of related experience.
• Proven ability to deliver mission critical programs on time and within budget.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and contract negotiation experience.
• Experience building and leading teams.
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop the program schedule and manage milestones to meet targets.
• Estimate costs, prepare design efforts and value engineering.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors and staff; prepare contracts and invoices.
• Direct and supervise project team on site and office.
• Ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Project management experience

Client engagement

Team leadership

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business management, electrical engineering, construction management or similar experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CBRE DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, is a leading technology infrastructure services provider enabling mission critical datacenter infrastructure for the world’s technology leaders. Catering to abroad spectrum of technology and client requirements, 1200+ skilled technicians deliver over 1000 projects annually across data center markets in the US and APAC. DL has proven success in the deployment of next-generation infrastructure technologies across the data center lifecycle; from design & planning, install & build through Day 2 maintenance, technology upgrades & retrofits, including delivering the latest wave of AI/ML platforms.

This will be a traveling role

Senior Project Manager

About

About the Role

The Senior Project Manager (PM) will be a lead member in our operations team and will drive the delivery of all the various network infrastructure and cabling projects within a particular site. This position will require the individual to have development, management, customer engagement, operational and overall leadership skills.

Key responsibilities will include establishing the program schedule and ensuring the established targets are met regarding schedule, cost, functionality, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

The role will also include consulting with clients, delivering presentations, resolving project issues, recommendations for new services or enhancements, estimating, proposal writing, project costs management, directing operations on labor requirements, directing/assisting purchasing with bill of materials.

The Project Manager is responsible for the entire successful execution of a project. Their primary responsibilities are to plan, direct, coordinate, and budget activities concerned with the construction of their project. The Project Manager shall also participate and at times lead the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, estimating, scheduling, and implementation.

What You’ll Do

• The project manager is accountable for effective project management and delivery of their projects. The PM will work with the extended site team to develop the program schedule and establish key milestones for delivery of the program ensuring all financial targets, schedule targets are met in alignment to the customers goals. The PM will identify and acquire all resources required revising as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• During the pre-construction phase, continuously evaluate the materials and products being proposed for constructability and feasibility. Oversee and at times prepare the cost estimate at multiple stages. Initiate and coordinate the design efforts and the value engineering processes.
• Schedule the project in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines.
• Determine labor requirements and dispatch workers to construction sites.
• Facilitate travel for technicians traveling to the project site.
• Coordinates with the superintendent.
• Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with codes and other regulations.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner.
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with designers, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Obtain all necessary permits and licenses.
• Direct and supervise team members in the office and on site.
• Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction means and methods.
• Solicit, negotiate, select, contract, and oversee material suppliers, subcontractors who complete specific pieces of the project.
• Requisition supplies and materials to complete construction projects.
• Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports.
• Develop and implement quality control programs
• Take action to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at the construction site.
• Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and designers to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
• Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems.
• Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out.
• Evaluate construction means and methods to determine cost-effectiveness of plans.
• Manage, cost/budget, and communicate the contract changes process.
• Developing and maintaining the project schedule
• Develop and maintain the project financial plan
• Prepare, maintain, and complete all aspects of the DLWay (project management playbook).
• Completes all weekly and monthly reporting and projections.
• Train and develop project team
• Invoicing client
• Equipment and material purchasing
• The Project Manager reviews all job cost postings for accuracy and completeness, including but not limited to, the preparation of invoices, customer collections and periodic financial reporting to the customer and management.
• The PM will additionally manage all associated aspects of the program including the Safety & Environment program, the quality assurance program and material logistics.
• The Project Manager will recruit, hire, train, manage, supervise, promote, discipline and discharge, if necessary, all project related staff.
• The Project Manager will manage all human resource issues (and elevate as needed) per Company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and partner effectively within internal and external design, construction, network, and facility partners.
• Proactively communicate program status and risks to all stakeholders
• Prepare and take corrective action to address concerns and challenges.
• The Project Manager acts as the Company liaison to the client for the program maintaining a high level of client satisfaction, ensuring a collaborative environment across all parties.
• The project manager is expected to be on the jobsite and be present for active on-stie project management responsibilities

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business management, electrical engineering, construction management or similar experience.
• 10 + years of direct work experience in any of these areas: construction management, data centers, or structured cabling environment.
• Track record of delivering mission critical programs on time, within budget, and to applicable build, quality, and safety standards.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Contract negotiation and administration experience
• Experience building and leading teams.
• Experience in assessing, coaching, and mentoring direct reports and vendor teams.
• Organizational, time management and coordination skills across multiple disciplines preferred.
• Client Engagement experience in similar programs
• Understanding of program management fundamentals such as earned value management, SPI, CPI and other projecttracking metrics.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification preferred
• BICSI RCDD or similar Telecommunications certifications preferred

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realize your full potential.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on select positions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations

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