Data Center Mission-Critical Project Lead

Rogers-O'Brien Construction; Texas; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Rogers-O’Brien Construction is seeking a Mission Critical Project Manager to lead data center projects, coordinating mechanical and electrical systems with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years in mission-critical coordination, risk management, and budgeting, plus proven leadership and communication skills to drive design-build efforts and pre-construction activities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mission-critical coordination, data center construction, and fit-out projects.
• Strong background in mechanical and electrical systems related to data centers.
• Experience with project management, budgeting, and scheduling in a critical path environment.
• Proven leadership in project execution, risk management, and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the construction planning for mission-critical systems related to data centers, including mechanical and electrical systems.
• Act as a value engineering and innovative leader for negotiated or potential projects.
• Lead design-build efforts when required.
• Ensure the project is adequately staffed and resources are allocated correctly.
• Conduct estimating handoff and project kick-off meetings.
• Ensure that all project planning and pre-planning processes are completed, including risk management strategies.
• Draft and analyze subcontracts and create subcontractor bid tabs.
• Lead the pre-qualification process for subcontractors.
• Collaborate with the Superintendent on material, rental equipment, and forming system purchases.
• Prepare and submit proposed changes to the Owner.
• Chair weekly project meetings and provide monthly billing to the Owner.
• Maintain and update change orders, monitor project progress, and ensure adherence to the project schedule.
• Expedite material deliveries, monitor safety programs, and review job cost reports to prepare forecasts.
• Manage the close-out process for mission-critical/mechanical and electrical systems, including warranties, as-built drawings, and maintenance manuals.
• Ensure compliance with all quality standards and safety protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Staff development

Problem-solving

Team motivation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scheduling software

FieldLens

Bluebeam

Job description

Rogers-O’Brien Construction is seeking a Mission Critical Project Manager to lead data center projects, coordinating mechanical and electrical systems with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years in mission-critical coordination, risk management, and budgeting, plus proven leadership and communication skills to drive design-build efforts and pre-construction activities.