Data Center Construction - Electrical Project Manager

W3Global; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental benefits

401k retirement plan

Job summary

W3Global seeks an Electrical Project Manager to lead data center construction initiatives in Charlotte. The role focuses on safety, budgets, timelines, and vendor coordination while maintaining client relationships and delivering projects on schedule.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in electrical PM and 1+ year in large IT/telecom data center builds; PMP/SP is a plus. Reporting to senior leadership, the position offers strong benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in electrical construction project management.
• 1+ years building large-scale IT/telecommunications infrastructure projects, incl. data centers.
• Experience with data center electrical distribution, cabling, and white space fit-out.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with policies and safety standards.
• Establish timelines, budgets, and resource plans.
• Supervise project execution to meet design, budget, and schedule.
• Collaborate with customers to meet expectations before, during, and after completion.
• Coordinate with vendors for procurement and delivery.
• Lead early billing and frequent progress reporting.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and address issues.

Skills

Electrical PM

Data Center Infra

Scheduling

Leadership

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Fast Learner

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMI certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

ConEst

Coins

PM software

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Project Manager - Data Center Construction

Location: US-NC-Charlotte

Overview

Be a part of a team that values quality, collaboration, and employee well-being. This role offers meaningful project work, growth opportunities, and a strong benefits package, including paid medical and dental coverage. As a Project Manager, you'll report directly to the Director and VP in a client-facing role that requires building strong relationships both in and outside the office. You'll develop through hands-on experience, peer collaboration, and ongoing technical training.

Responsibilities

• Compliance with company, client, and project policies
• Job site safety and adherence to company national policies
• Generate estimates, review project proposals
• Establish project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
• Supervise project execution to meet design, budget, and schedule requirements
• Collaborate with the customer to clarify and meet expectations before, during, and after project completion
• Work directly with vendors to ensure timely procurement and delivery
• Lead efforts for billing early and collecting often
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and address issues
• Develop and maintain strong client and employee relationships
• Assist leadership in the planning of future labor/material needs of the project
• Provide consistent reports and updates to senior management
• Forecast financial direction to course correct as needed
• Develop project scopes and budgets
• Manage RFPs and Change Management Forms
• Mentor subordinates to support their development

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Electrical Construction Project Management experience
• 1+ years building large scale, complex IT/Telecommunications Infrastructure projects, including Data Centers installations
• Experience with Data Center electrical distribution systems, cabling, and white space fit-out
• Experience with retrofits in operational facilities and cross-discipline critical facility systems
• Strong computer skills and quick to learn new systems
• Ability to work calmly under deadlines and external pressure
• Effective scheduling and delegation to accomplish tasks on time
• Commitment to continuous improvement of communication, organization and leadership skills
• Tactful conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position.

Preferred

• Mission Critical Project experience
• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Project Management, Construction Management, Business, Engineering, etc.), paired with industry experience OR an overall appropriate combination of certification(s), experience, and education (journeyman or master electrician's license)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or PMI-Scheduling Professional (SP)
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Coins and ConEst

Benefits

• Medical and Dental (100% of the premium covered by company)
• 401k retirement with company matching
• Vision plans
• Disability Insurance
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• College Coach Services