Data Center Construction Manager | Grand Rapids, MI or Remote

US Signal; Grand Rapids (MI); Remote; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO and holidays

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Wellness incentive

Job summary

US Signal is seeking a Data Center Construction Manager to lead mission-critical builds from design through delivery, coordinating engineering, utilities, contractors, and customers to keep projects on schedule and aligned with business goals.

This role demands ownership, travel 25-35%, and the ability to navigate permitting, power procurement, and complex infrastructure. You will translate complex requirements into actionable plans and ensure a smooth handoff to operations.

Qualifications

• Executive leadership and relationship management with customers, utility providers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Proven construction program leadership for data center projects.
• Strategic problem solving for permitting, utility procurement, and build challenges.
• Experience with power, cooling, and other data center infrastructure.
• Experience with permitting and land development processes.
• Willingness to travel 25–35%.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability.

Responsibilities

• Partner with engineering through design, preconstruction, then lead execution to construction completion.
• Own the site permitting process for new and expanding data center locations.
• Drive power and utility procurement strategy, negotiating with utility providers.
• Be the face of major construction projects for customers, managing executive relationships and alignment.
• Lead the handoff from construction to operations for seamless transition.
• Represent US Signal with customers, partners, and communities as we grow into new markets.

Skills

Executive relationships

Construction leadership

Strategic problem solving

Infrastructure planning

Data center construction exp

Utility coordination

Customer relationships

Site permitting management

Travel readiness

Ownership & accountability

Learning agility

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, real estate, or related field

4+ years construction mgmt experience

Job description

Description

US Signal is a leading data center services provider, offering secure, reliable network, cloud hosting, colocation, data protection, and disaster recovery services — all powered by its expansive, robust fiber network. US Signal also helps customers optimize their IT resources through the provision of managed services and professional services.

Are you ready to lead the projects that power the digital economy? US Signal is looking for a Data Center Construction Manager to drive our mission-critical infrastructure builds from the ground up. From the first shovel to final handoff.

As the Data Center Construction Manager, you'll be the driving force behind our newest and most ambitious data center projects. You'll sit at the center of it all: engineering teams, utility providers, contractors, and executive customers, all looking to you to keep the project on track and everyone aligned. This is a high-visibility role for someone who thrives on ownership, moves fast, and knows how to turn complex infrastructure builds into smooth, on-time delivery.

What you'll do

• Partner with engineering through design and preconstruction, then take the wheel and lead execution all the way to construction completion.
• Own the site permitting process for new and expanding data center locations, bringing your construction and market expertise to every site decision.
• Drive power and utility procurement strategy, negotiating directly with utility providers to lock in the capacity our facilities and customers need.
• Be the face of major construction projects for our customers, managing executive relationships and keeping contractors and subcontractors aligned on flawless delivery.
• Lead the handoff from construction to operations, setting our facilities up for a seamless transition to the team that runs them.
• Represent US Signal with customers, partners, and communities as we grow into new markets.

Requirements

What You bring to the team:

• Executive Relationship Management & Influence: Builds credibility and trust with customers, utility providers, contractors, community stakeholders, and internal partners. Communicates effectively with executive audiences, influences outcomes, and fosters strong relationships that support successful project delivery and long-term business growth.
• Construction Program Leadership & Execution: Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership and accountability in leading complex construction initiatives. Effectively manages competing priorities, drives results, mitigates risks, and ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with business objectives.
• Strategic Problem Solving & Infrastructure Planning: Applies sound judgment, business acumen, and technical understanding to navigate complex permitting, utility procurement, and construction challenges. Thrives in ambiguous environments and develops practical solutions that support operational readiness and future growth.
• Demonstrated experience leading data center construction projects, including a strong understanding of power, cooling, and other critical infrastructure systems.
• Demonstrated experience with utility coordination, power procurement, or infrastructure capacity planning for large-scale construction or development projects.
• Experience building and managing executive-level customer relationships within construction, project delivery, account management, or client-facing environments.
• Experience managing site permitting activities and working within land development, zoning, regulatory, or entitlement processes for commercial or industrial construction projects.
• Valid driver's license and ability to maintain insurability in accordance with company policy.
• Ability to travel 25-35%, including minimum of 1 visit/month to each active construction site, varying by project need, to meet with general contractors, subcontractors, and customers.
• Act Like an Owner: Accountability, Leadership, Business Acumen
• Simplify: Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking
• Stay Curious: Learning Agility, Innovation, Open-Mindedness

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, real estate, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Experience:

• 4+ Years Experience managing large-scale construction projects, including direct experience with data center, mission-critical, or complex commercial construction environments

What We Offer:

In return for your hard work and commitment, you will enjoy a supportive and inclusive workplace, along with the following benefits:

• Generous paid time off policy, including vacation and 10 paid holidays
• Competitive and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits plans with Flexible Spending benefits including medical/dental expenses and dependent care
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous contribution
• Group Term Life Insurance covered 100% by employer
• Wellness Incentive to promote overall employee well-being
• Paid volunteer time
• Business casual dress code

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

This position may be performed in either a standard office setting or a home office environment. It requires prolonged periods of sitting, frequent use of a computer and other office equipment, and effective time management in a self-directed work environment. Occasional lifting of items up to 25 pounds may be required.

All US Signal employees will comply with US Signal Information Security policies to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of US Signal and customer data. All employees are responsible to ensure actions comply with state and federal regulations and requirements.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas at this time.

US Signal is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $140,000 – $180,000 per year, depending on location, skills, experience, and other job-related factors. This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus and participation in US Signal's comprehensive benefits programs. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to candidate qualifications, experience, geographic location, and internal equity.