Data Center Construction Lead: Budget & Schedule

Jobtailor; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Austin, TX seeks an experienced Construction Project Manager for hyper-scale data center projects. You will own scopes, RFPs, contracts, budgets, schedules, and safety compliance while coordinating with clients, architects, and subcontractors.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in construction project management, strong negotiation and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office and MS Project.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction project management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction, or related field.
• Direct data center development experience is a bonus.
• Experience with hyper-scale data centers is a plus.
• Thorough knowledge of the construction process and management techniques.
• Outstanding negotiating skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Organized and detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive scopes and RFPs.
• Apply knowledge of manufacturing lines, including electrical and mechanical systems.
• Create and manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, RFIs, Change Orders, and related documents.
• Motivate, develop, and maintain subcontractor interest in projects.
• Administer the Construction Contract from inception through construction to project closeout.
• Prepare and manage project budgets.
• Manage and administer payment application documents.
• Interface with local building departments to obtain necessary permits and coordinate project closeout with building and engineering officials.
• Manage construction scheduling and sequencing, anticipate long-lead items, and recognize critical paths.
• Advise the client regarding the Construction Contract and related project matters.
• Verify and validate General Contractor receipt of OFCI equipment.
• Monitor and enforce onsite health and safety requirements.
• Schedule and conduct Owner, Architect, and CM meetings and prepare and distribute meeting minutes.
• Hold weekly production and/or safety meetings.
• Review jobsite progress for quality and conformance to drawings and specifications.
• Report cost, schedule, risk, and quality issues to senior leadership.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Negotiating Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Detail Oriented

Motivational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Jobtailor in Austin, TX seeks an experienced Construction Project Manager for hyper-scale data center projects. You will own scopes, RFPs, contracts, budgets, schedules, and safety compliance while coordinating with clients, architects, and subcontractors.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in construction project management, strong negotiation and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office and MS Project.