Data Center Construction Manager

SPECTRAFORCE; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce is seeking a Construction Manager to serve as the Owner's Representative for leased and build-to-suit data center construction in New Albany, Ohio. The role covers oversight from groundbreaking through facility acceptance, coordinating landlord, developer, and contractor activities to meet technical specs and contractual obligations.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in mission-critical or data center construction, with a strong understanding of electrical and

Job description

Job Title: Construction Manager - Data Center

Duration: 12 Months (potential for extension)

Location: New Albany, Ohio

Overvie

wThe Construction Manager – Lease will serve as the Owner's Representative for leased and colocation (Colo) data center construction projects. This role is responsible for overseeing landlord and developer-delivered construction from groundbreaking through facility acceptance, ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with technical specifications, schedule, quality standards, and contractual obligations

.The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing mission-critical or data center construction projects, a strong understanding of electrical and mechanical (MEP) systems, and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders while driving projects to successful completion in a fast-paced environment

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Key Responsibiliti

• esAct as the Owner's Representative for leased and build-to-suit data center construction project
• s.Manage landlord and developer obligations from groundbreaking through certificate of occupancy and facility acceptanc
• e.Review civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings to ensure compliance with project standard
• s.Monitor construction progress, schedule, quality, and safety through regular site visit
• s.Coordinate tenant improvement activities, including white space fit-outs, power distribution, cooling infrastructure, and network cablin
• g.Manage project schedules, budgets, change orders, risks, and milestone deliverables across multiple concurrent project
• s.Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Integrated Systems Testing (IST), commissioning activities, and construction milestone review
• s.Identify and resolve construction risks, schedule delays, and quality issues by working closely with landlords, developers, contractors, and project team
• s.Coordinate with Real Estate, Design, Engineering, Commissioning, Operations, and Legal teams throughout the project lifecycl
• e.Ensure lease obligations, work letters, punch lists, and substantial completion milestones are successfully achieve
• d.Support continuous improvement of leased data center construction standards, processes, and vendor management practice

s-Required Qualificatio

• ns10+ years of Construction Management experienc
• e.Experience managing mission-critical, data center, industrial, or large-scale infrastructure construction project
• s.Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical (MEP) system
• s.Experience managing construction schedules, budgets, contracts, change orders, and project risk
• s.Knowledge of construction methods, building codes, fire protection, and safety standard
• s.Experience using Primavera P6 for construction schedulin
• g.Proficiency with Bluebeam and Google Workspac
• e.Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skill

s.Preferred Qualificatio

• nsBachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experienc
• e.Experience in Lease Construction, Colocation (Colo), Build-to-Suit (BTS), or Owner's Representative role
• s.Experience reviewing lease agreements, amendments, and work letter
• s.Experience with Procore, BIM 360, MS Visio, and Google Clou
• d.Experience managing multiple concurrent mission-critical construction project
• s.Knowledge of connectivity cabling and data center infrastructur
• e.LEED, WELL, TRUE, SITES, or similar building accreditation
• s.Experience leveraging AI tools to improve construction workflows and project efficienc

y.Preferred Industry Experien

• ceData Cente
• rsMission Critical Constructi
• onColocation (Col
• S)Critical Infrastructu

rsIdeal Candidate Profi

leThe ideal candidate has experience representing the owner/client side of large-scale construction projects and working closely with landlords, developers, general contractors, and consultants. They possess strong technical knowledge, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders while delivering projects on schedule and within budge

t.Successful candidates will demonstrat

• e:Strong leadership and decision-making abilitie
• s.Self-motivation and the ability to work independentl
• y.High ownership, accountability, and sense of urgenc
• y.Adaptability in fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• s.Excellent collaboration and communication skill