Data Center Construction Manager – Client-Facing Lead

overwatch; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Overwatch Mission Critical is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to lead on-site execution for data center projects in North Carolina. You will manage daily site activities, track budgets and schedules, and escalate risks while coordinating with GC, design teams, and utilities. Strong communication and client-facing skills are essential.

The role emphasizes collaboration, transparency, and delivering high-quality infrastructure in a fast-paced environment with travel between sites as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience (commercial, multifamily, office, or similar).
• Strong communication, client-facing, and presentation skills.
• Relationship building and team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Project Execution: on-site oversight from pre-construction to handover.
• Support Owner-Side Visibility: attend meetings and report status.
• Track Budgets & Schedules: review pay apps and change orders; flag issues.
• Escalate Risk: surface schedule, cost, safety, and quality risks quickly.
• Monitor Technical Systems: track MEP progress and infrastructure.
• Report Progress: provide daily logs, photos, and trackers to the team.

Skills

Construction mgmt

Budget tracking

Risk escalation

Client-facing

Communication skills

Job description

Overwatch Mission Critical is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to lead on-site execution for data center projects in North Carolina. You will manage daily site activities, track budgets and schedules, and escalate risks while coordinating with GC, design teams, and utilities. Strong communication and client-facing skills are essential.

The role emphasizes collaboration, transparency, and delivering high-quality infrastructure in a fast-paced environment with travel between sites as needed.