Data Center Construction Manager – Onsite Owner’s Rep

overwatch

Madison (WI)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off
Relocation assistance

Job summary

Overwatch is seeking a Construction Manager to act as the on‑site owner’s representative for a new data center project in Madison. You will monitor daily activities, coordinate MEP and commissioning efforts, and ensure quality and documentation standards throughout the project lifecycle.

No formal data center degree is required, but the role targets motivated, organized self‑starters eager to grow in construction management.

Qualifications

  • 1–2 years of experience in construction, engineering, or a related field (internships and trade experience count).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Familiarity with Procore and/or Bluebeam (or willingness to learn quickly).
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
  • Comfortable working in an active construction environment.
  • Reliable transportation to and from the project site, or willingness to travel with long duration stays.

Responsibilities

  • Arrive on‑site by 7:00 AM daily and conduct a morning walkthrough with the GC, owner’s team, and trades.
  • Observe and document all daily construction activities, noting progress, issues, and safety concerns.
  • Prepare and submit accurate daily construction reports to the owner‑side Construction PM.
  • Coordinate with MEP subcontractors to track installations, open issues, and schedule alignment.
  • Support commissioning (CX) coordination activities, including attending CX meetings and tracking action items.
  • Monitor and support QA/QC processes; document non‑conformances and follow up on corrective actions.
  • Track RFIs, submittals, and related documentation in Procore.
  • Attend and take notes at project meetings; distribute meeting minutes as directed.
  • Maintain organized project records and correspondence in accordance with project document control standards.
  • Escalate field issues, schedule concerns, or quality deficiencies to the owner‑side PM in a timely manner.

Skills

Construction experience
Communication skills
Reading drawings
MS Office
Procore/Bluebeam
Highly organized
Travel readiness
On-site work

Education

No college degree required

Tools

Procore
Bluebeam Revu
MS Project
Microsoft Office

Job description

Overwatch is seeking a Construction Manager to act as the on‑site owner’s representative for a new data center project in Madison. You will monitor daily activities, coordinate MEP and commissioning efforts, and ensure quality and documentation standards throughout the project lifecycle.

No formal data center degree is required, but the role targets motivated, organized self‑starters eager to grow in construction management.

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