Data Center Construction Project Leader (Remote/On-Site)

Akamai Technologies; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FlexBase program

Healthcare

401K

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Akamai Technologies is seeking a Project Manager Data Center Construction to lead day-to-day activities across multiple multi-megawatt builds, coordinating with contractors and engineering teams from procurement through commissioning to ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

The role requires 8 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree, and 4+ years in contract administration, with travel to project sites and strong MS Project skills.

Qualifications

• 8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree.
• 4+ years of direct contract administration experience.
• Solid knowledge of electrical, mechanical, fire protection, plumbing, BMS/EMS, and security systems.
• 4+ years of experience tracking pre-construction, mobilization, construction documents, permitting, commissioning, and closeout.
• Solid technical skills and effective communication; willingness to travel to project sites.
• Knowledge of construction law and MS Project applications.
• Willingness to travel periodically within the U.S. and hold a valid U.S. driver license.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day construction activities across multiple multi-megawatt data center projects.
• Develop project schedules with contractors and engineering teams; track critical paths from equipment purchase through installation and completion.
• Manage project budgets; track spending; manage service order scope changes.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms, local building codes, and OSHA regulations.
• Provide regular progress reports on timelines, budgets, and construction status.
• Collaborate with equipment vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders to drive project execution.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Mechanical systems knowledge

Fire protection/life safety systems

Security systems knowledge

Effective communication

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Akamai Technologies is seeking a Project Manager Data Center Construction to lead day-to-day activities across multiple multi-megawatt builds, coordinating with contractors and engineering teams from procurement through commissioning to ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

The role requires 8 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree, and 4+ years in contract administration, with travel to project sites and strong MS Project skills.