Controls Project Manager – Data Center Retrofits

Peter Kazella and Associates, Inc; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Competitive salaries

Job summary

A leading construction solutions firm is seeking a Controls Project Manager in Ashburn, VA. This role involves managing upgrades and integrations in critical facilities, overseeing teams, and maintaining strong client relations. The ideal candidate has significant experience in data center projects and is familiar with construction methods. Competitive salaries and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of experience with Mission Critical Data Center Construction Projects.
• Solid understanding of MEP, Structural, architectural trades.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate internal and external teams for renovation projects.
• Manage data center construction projects with budgets of $2-10MM.
• Ensure project feasibility and compliance with design specifications.

Skills

Client Facing Skills

Ability to read blueprints

Project Management

Attention to detail

Strong administrative skills

Education

BA / BS / Associates Degree

Relevant Certifications (PMP, Construction Management)

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Oracle Primavera P6

Salesforce

Job description

Overview

Controls Project Manager – Data Center Retrofits – Ashburn VA
This opportunity is with a company that is a leader in turnkey data center construction solution services. This company provides a complete life cycle of solutions that are custom-fit to the requirements of their client’s mission-critical facilities. They build mission-critical facilities for data center facilities nationwide for Enterprise, Colocation and Hyperscale Companies. This opportunity provides a career-growth minded role with exciting projects with leading-edge technology and innovation as well as competitive salaries and benefits.

We are looking for a Controls Project Manager that can manage Retrofits and Modernization for Equipment upgrades and integrations within active Critical Facilities that are running 24/7/365. The Controls Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing project teams responsible for managing internal and subcontractor teams for datacenter construction and upgrade projects. Scopes vary from minor BMS / EPMS / BAS upgrade projects to major multidisciplinary projects involving various subcontractors and trades. They will lead action-oriented weekly and monthly meetings with team members while maintaining open communication across projects with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan, Organize, Coordinate and Support internal and external subcontractor teams on mission critical renovation / upgrade projects that include: BMS, EPMS, BAS, mechanical, electrical, and structural
• Manage data center construction projects (2-10mm)
• Put together Critical Facilities Construction Project plans – size up, costs, scheduling , timeline, and implementation / go live
• Coordinate and conduct site surveys and assessments to ensure project feasibility and compliance with design specifications
• Coordinate and manage the development of client submittals, site logistics plans, MOPs, SOPs, Daily logs, project schedules, change orders, RFIs, RFQs, Bid submittals, and documentation
• Attend bid walks with client and subcontractors
• Maintain and promote a positive relationship with primary client, A/E firm, Owner’s Rep firm, Contractors and other vendors to facilitate construction activities that impact the delivery of critical facilities construction projects
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policies. Put these in clear concise work statement for the field.
• Maintain a commitment to organized and accurate documentation
• Partner with key stakeholders by gaining feedback from clients, attending meetings, and submitting reports
• Evaluate and incorporate lessons learned from all sites to enhance current and future data center construction successes
• Train management staff on project procedures and ensure compliance with requirements
• Supervise, lead, and mentor team members on the project controls team
• Regularly update upper management with reports on Project Controls activities
• Manage planning efforts for manpower and project integration timelines on customer sites
• Drive uniform Company Standards for Project Delivery across all projects
• Oversee and maintain a safe working environment and promote a safety culture
• Manage all financial aspects of contracts (progress billing, rental equipment, change orders, invoicing, income/expenses) to protect the company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with the client

Qualifications

• Experience managing Data Center Construction Projects
• Solid understanding of MEP, Structural, architectural trades and construction methods and how this impacts the Data Center Design Process of Building Control Systems
• Experience managing Data Center Construction Projects with Budgets between $2MM to $10MM
• 3-8 years + of Mission Critical Data Center Turnkey Construction Projects
• Extensive design of BMS / BCS / EPMS ( Building Monitoring Systems / Building Control Systems / Electrical Power Monitoring Systems) – SCADA, Cimplicity, ALC , Niagara, Tridium, Carel, Metasys, etc.
• Familiarity with construction management software and tools
• Thorough understanding of construction methods and safety practices
• Ability to read / interpret blueprints, technical drawings and one-line diagrams
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations
• Client Facing /Client relationship / Client Management skills
• Business Development experience; previous experience creating and responding to RFPs and RFIs
• BA / BS / Associates Degree / Relevant Certifications (Project Management, Construction Management, Business, Engineering) a plus
• Solid Project management construction experience; Project Management Professional (PMP) or PMI-Scheduling Professional (SP) a plus
• Previous experience with AIA billings and forms
• Effective communicator via email, phone, and in-person
• Ability to work independently; self-starter, self-motivated, attention to detail, taskmaster, problem solver, and effective with time management
• Ability to request support and modify deadlines when necessary; meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed
• Strong administrative skills
• Proficient in MS Project, Excel, Teams, Oracle Primavera P6, Salesforce, etc.
• Military experience or veterans with electrical/mechanical experience a huge plus (e.g., Navy nukes, Seabees, Army power generation, Air Force power production, generator techs, maritime, Coast Guard, Army National Guard, etc.)

Submittal Instructions

Please apply directly by clicking the link below, alternatively you can forward your resume directly to: [e-mail]

After applying, if you have further questions, you may call 973-895-5200 and ask for Iggy. You can also submit via our career portal and take a look at other Critical Facility openings we are working on at, https://www.pkaza.com/jobs/

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Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan

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