Data Center Electrical Project Lead

Data Center Frontier LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Data Center Frontier LLC is seeking an Electrical Project Manager to lead data center construction projects in Richmond, VA with engagement across multiple sites nationwide. You will oversee cradle-to-grave delivery, from estimates and procurement to on-site leadership and commissioning, ensuring safety and adherence to design standards.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in data center construction, strong budget, schedule, and vendor management skills, and a proven ability to coordinate complex

Qualifications

• Experience managing Data Center Construction Projects as a General Contractor.
• Experience managing a budget 100mm or more.
• 5+ years’ experience as a licensed journeyman electrician a plus
• 5+ years of supervisory experience / People and Resource Management
• Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods, equipment, materials, and tools of the electrical trade
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work
• Ability to supervise the work of skilled workers and provide guidance and leadership
• Experience interpreting blueprints and specifications - both electrical and mechanical drawings
• Experience with Electrical Conduits / Power Systems such as UPS, Switchgear, Generators, PDUs
• Should have a background or know what this means when conducting electrical installations to include things like: crown box, offset and slice junction
• Minimum of 5-10 years relevant experience in the Data Center Construction Industry
• Client Facing / Client relationship / Client Management skills
• Solid Construction Project Management experience
• Effective Communicator – emails, phone and face to face
• Ability to successfully work independently; Self Starter, self motivated, and attention to detail
• Solid Admin skills
• OSHA Certification (or ability to get one within first 12 months of employment)
• Finance Experience - forecasting, budgets, etc.
• Computer savvy: MS Project, Excel, Teams, MS Project, Oracle Primavera P6, Bluebeam, Procore, AutoCAD a plus
• Previous experience in the Military / Military Veterans a huge plus! Experience with Electrical / Mechanical: Navy nukes - EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees, Army - Power Generation, Air Force – Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, Army National Guard, etc.

Responsibilities

• Lead cradle-to-grave delivery of data center projects, including estimates and procurement.
• Manage budgets, schedule, and change orders; ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors; serve as client liaison on site.
• Maintain logs, track progress, and ensure safety and design standard compliance.
• Lead regional team of suppliers; coordinate equipment deliveries with the construction contractor.
• Develop project plans, risk assessments, and MOPs; drive value engineering.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Team management

Travel as needed

Education

BA/BS/Associates Degree a plus

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Teams

Oracle Primavera P6

Bluebeam

Procore

AutoCAD

Job description

Data Center Frontier LLC is seeking an Electrical Project Manager to lead data center construction projects in Richmond, VA with engagement across multiple sites nationwide. You will oversee cradle-to-grave delivery, from estimates and procurement to on-site leadership and commissioning, ensuring safety and adherence to design standards.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in data center construction, strong budget, schedule, and vendor management skills, and a proven ability to coordinate complex