Data Center Construction Lead - Hyperscale White Space

Align; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vis

Health Savings Account (HSA) and FSA

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Align is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee the fit-out of hyperscale data center white space within colocation environments. This role manages all aspects of tenant fit-out construction, including coordination of trades, sequencing of work, quality control, and delivery of mission-critical infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has strong construction management experience in data centers, with understanding of white space infrastructure and structured cabling.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of construction management experience, preferably in mission-critical or data center environments.
• Proven experience managing white space fit-out / tenant improvement projects in colocation or hyperscale data centers.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, trade coordination, and site management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple subcontractors and deliver projects on schedule.
• Strong knowledge of QA/QC processes, including inspection of support systems and overhead installations.
• Project Management skills including scheduling and budgeting.
• Candidate must have strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong stakeholder and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site construction management for data center white space fit-out projects.
• Oversee installation of containment systems, overhead cable tray systems and ladder rack conveyance.
• Manage trade contractors and ensure proper sequencing of work to maintain schedule.
• Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, and client stakeholders.
• Enforce quality control processes to ensure installations meet design specs and standards.
• Monitor project schedule, budget, and progress; identify and resolve risks/issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and site protocols.
• Review construction drawings, submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings related to supports and overhead systems.
• Verify installation tolerances and support systems for overhead infrastructure.
• Support commissioning and handover processes.

Skills

Construction management

Data center experience

White space fit-out

Trade coordination

Scheduling

Budgeting

QA/QC processes

Stakeholder communication

Problem-solving

Site safety

Tools

Procore

Shop drawings review

RFI management

Job description

Align is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee the fit-out of hyperscale data center white space within colocation environments. This role manages all aspects of tenant fit-out construction, including coordination of trades, sequencing of work, quality control, and delivery of mission-critical infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has strong construction management experience in data centers, with understanding of white space infrastructure and structured cabling.