Data Center Construction Manager

Next Level Technician; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Level Technician is looking for a Data Center Construction Manager to lead structured cabling projects in Northern Virginia's data center market. The role involves managing field operations, subcontractors, and ensuring quality and safety onsite.

Qualified candidates will have 5+ years of construction experience, a solid background in structured cabling, and knowledge of EIA/TIA standards. Local candidates are preferred, with travel across the Northern Virginia/DC areas required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience with 3+ years in data center environments.
• Strong structured cabling background with experience managing crews.
• Knowledge of construction processes and data center infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field operations and subcontractors across projects.
• Conduct site surveys and manage material deliveries.
• Ensure quality, safety, and project execution as the technical expert onsite.

Skills

Field management

Structured cabling

Mission critical construction

Tools

EIA/TIA standards

Construction Management

Job description

Next Level Technician is seeking an experienced Data Center Construction Manager to lead structured cabling projects throughout Northern Virginia's rapidly growing data center market. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on leader with strong field management, structured cabling, and mission critical construction experience.

Local Candidates Only – Must be able to travel throughout the Northern Virginia / DC Metro area. No relocation assistance provided

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead daily field operations, subcontractors, and structured cabling crews across active data center projects
• Conduct site surveys, review construction drawings, manage material deliveries, and coordinate project resources
• Ensure quality, safety, scheduling, and project execution while serving as the technical expert onsite

What We're Looking For:

• 5+ years of construction experience with 3+ years supporting data center environments
• Strong structured cabling background with experience managing field crews and subcontractors
• Knowledge of EIA/TIA standards, construction processes, and data center infrastructure

Preferred Qualifications:

• BICSI and/or RCDD
• CommScope, Hilti, Tyco, or Panduit
• Construction Management or Project Management course work