Data Center Construction Lead – On-Site Charlotte

AECO; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 160,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Construction Manager to operate on site in Charlotte, NC, leading end-to-end workplace construction and renovation projects from concept through occupancy. The role requires overseeing scope, schedules, budgets, and safety compliance, coordinating with architects, engineers, and contractors, and delivering infrastructure upgrades while aligning with corporate standards.

Strong focus on stakeholder collaboration, risk management, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• BA/BS plus eight years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience with hyperscale mission critical/data center construction projects.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end management of workplace construction and renovation projects from concept through occupancy.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, risk assessments, and resource planning.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders throughout project lifecycles.
• Oversee tenant improvements (TI), office renovations, workplace modernization initiatives, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, safety regulations, environmental requirements, and corporate standards.
• Strategic planning of office and labs.
• Manage contractor selection, bid evaluations, contract negotiations, and project execution.
• Monitor construction progress, conduct site inspections, and resolve project issues proactively.
• Track project budgets, approve invoices, manage change orders, and provide financial reporting.
• Partner with Facilities, IT, Security, EHS, HR, and business leaders to ensure successful project deliver.

Education

BA/BS plus eight years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Construction Manager to operate on site in Charlotte, NC, leading end-to-end workplace construction and renovation projects from concept through occupancy. The role requires overseeing scope, schedules, budgets, and safety compliance, coordinating with architects, engineers, and contractors, and delivering infrastructure upgrades while aligning with corporate standards.

Strong focus on stakeholder collaboration, risk management, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced