Data Center Electrical Project Lead-Onsite & Commissioning

Align; Union City (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Holidays

Cellphone reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Floating holiday

Job summary

Align is seeking an Electrical Project Manager to lead data center electrical projects from design intent to field execution. You will manage on-site teams, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure quality control from upstream equipment to IT loads.

The role requires 5+ years of experience in mission-critical electrical construction, deep knowledge of electrical distribution, and readiness to travel up to 50% for Atlanta metro-area projects. On-site work with comprehensive benefits is provided.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing mission-critical electrical construction projects (data centers preferred).
• Strong understanding of electrical distribution systems and redundancy strategies.
• Experience with commissioning, load testing, and power systems (PDUs, RPPs, STS, etc.).
• Ability to read construction drawings and manage subcontractors.
• Knowledge of NEC, OSHA, and related codes.
• Strong communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Own delivery of data center white space electrical projects (scope, schedule, budget, quality).
• Act as the on-site lead coordinating subcontractors and trades
• Manage subcontractors from kickoff through closeout
• Track risks, changes, and ensure alignment with client expectations
• Lead QA/QC and resolve field issues
• Oversee design and installation of electrical distribution systems (busway, PDUs, RPPs, STS, etc.)
• Review drawings, submittals, RFIs, and ensure alignment with project requirements
• Support development of estimates, BOMs, and design criteria
• Ensure systems meet code, redundancy, and client standards
• Oversee field execution, inspections, and trade sequencing
• Support commissioning, testing, and turnover activities
• Maintain project documentation, schedules, and reporting

Skills

Project management

Electrical construction

Electrical distribution

Read drawings

Codes & standards

Team leadership

Travel willingness

Job description

Align is seeking an Electrical Project Manager to lead data center electrical projects from design intent to field execution. You will manage on-site teams, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure quality control from upstream equipment to IT loads.

The role requires 5+ years of experience in mission-critical electrical construction, deep knowledge of electrical distribution, and readiness to travel up to 50% for Atlanta metro-area projects. On-site work with comprehensive benefits is provided.