Data Center Project Executive - Mission-Critical Lead

Essenti Talent; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Essenti Talent is seeking a Project Executive for Data Center/Mission Critical work in Atlanta, GA, with heavy travel. You will lead large-scale data center construction programs as a General Contractor, overseeing all phases and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes deep MEP/commissioning knowledge, Lean/BIM tooling, and strong client interfaces to align expectations and optimize performance across complex projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in construction management, with 5+ years in data center or mission-critical environments.
• Experience managing multi-million-dollar projects with complex MEP and commissioning requirements.
• Proficiency in project management software (Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project).
• PMP, CCM, or similar certification is a plus.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of data center construction projects—from preconstruction through commissioning and turnover.
• Serve as the primary client interface, ensuring clear communication and aligned expectations.
• Review and approve contracts, scopes of work, budgets, and schedules; mitigate risks.
• Drive cost control and forecasting to maintain margins.
• Oversee quality assurance programs and safety protocols per OSHA and company standards.
• Oversee risk, change management, and vendor coordination across sites.

Skills

Data center construction

Project leadership

Client interfacing

Safety compliance

Budget forecasting

Education

Bachelors in CM

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Essenti Talent is seeking a Project Executive for Data Center/Mission Critical work in Atlanta, GA, with heavy travel. You will lead large-scale data center construction programs as a General Contractor, overseeing all phases and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes deep MEP/commissioning knowledge, Lean/BIM tooling, and strong client interfaces to align expectations and optimize performance across complex projects.