DATA CENTER PROJECT MANAGER

Carroll Daniel; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Carroll Daniel Construction is seeking a Project Manager – Data Center to lead complex, mission‑critical projects. You will oversee contract administration, procurement, scheduling, budgeting, and client coordination to ensure on‑time, on‑budget delivery with the highest quality standards.

This role requires strong data center construction knowledge, including electrical, mechanical, cooling, redundancy, and commissioning processes, with a relentless focus on client satisfaction and operational

Qualifications

• BS in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; 4–6 years leadership on projects preferred, or a minimum of 6 years of field experience on projects.
• Proficiency with PC and company tools CMIC, Egnyte, Fieldwire, Word, Excel, Office, Outlook.
• Solid presentation and verbal/written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budget and coordinate development of GMPs or lump-sum proposals.
• Understand owner contracts, bonds, fees, schedules, reporting, and costs.
• Develop and complete monthly CMIC cost reports.
• Manage risk and ensure compliance with CDCC policies.

Skills

Personal Leadership

Problem Solving

Results Driven

Priorities & Time Management

Flexibility & Adaptability

Decision Making

Proactive Customer Focus

Conflict Resolution

Mentoring

Communication Skills

Education

BS in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

CMIC

Egnyte

Fieldwire

Word

Excel

Office

Outlook

Job description

CARROLL DANIEL CONSTRUCTION

Since 1946, Carroll Daniel Construction has been built on a strong foundation of integrity. We believe in doing the right thing and delivering on the promises we make – no exceptions. Our goal on every project is to earn a highly satisfied customer for life.

We are heavily invested in a forward‑thinking work environment, where we apply advancements in construction technologies to old‑fashioned know‑how. We never settle for “how it’s always been done,” and embrace new ideas that yield better solutions for our clients.

When working with Carroll Daniel, you will be treated like family. We train every employee, from hourly staff to company executives, to deliver the “Carroll Daniel Way” – a long‑standing tradition carried forth by three generations of family leadership. It focuses on providing a superior customer experience – on every project, for every client, every time.

Position Summary

Typically reports into an Operations Manager or Division Manager. The primary company representative responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of a construction project. The Project Manager – Data Center serves as the primary company representative responsible for the overall direction, coordination, execution, and financial performance of mission‑critical construction projects. This role leads all project activities including contract administration, procurement, scheduling, budgeting, and client coordination to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This position requires a strong understanding of data center construction, including critical systems such as electrical, mechanical, cooling, redundancy, and commissioning processes. The Project Manager maintains a relentless focus on client satisfaction, operational excellence, and delivering complex projects in high‑performance environments.

Position Responsibilities

Project Financial Responsibilities

• Creates and manages projects budget and helps coordinate the development of GMPs or Lump Sum proposals
• Knows and understands the requirements of owners contract, including bonds, fees, notifications, schedules, reporting, and costs
• Develops and completes monthly Projected Final Cost Report (CMIC) on time
• Manages the risk on each project which includes ensuring all contracts, insurance, NOC, NTC, Pre‑Qualification of Subcontractors is in compliance with CDCC Way

Preconstruction Services

• Collaborates with Preconstruction to prepare, review, and monitor information and reports related to all costs involved in developing the projects budget including General Conditions for the project, contingencies, etc.
• Takes ownership of the process of the quality of budget estimates/deliverables to client
• Manages the subcontracting process, which includes holding initial scope review meetings, finalizing agreed price, developing subcontract scope of work, and managing the subcontract distribution and final execution process

Project Start‑up and Scheduling

• Coordinates and conducts the Project Start‑Up meeting to ensure a thorough hand‑off from Pre‑Construction
• Collaborates with Ops Manager or DM, superintendent, subcontractors, and suppliers to create a complete construction schedule
• Develops a responsibilities matrix at the start of each project and manages the resources needed for the project (e.g., people, tools, equipment, materials, internal and external services)
• Reviews the contract documents with all project participants (e.g., customers, employees, subcontractors, suppliers, government regulators, utilities) to ensure work is completed on time and within budget
• Coordinates and delivers all requirements for subcontractors and suppliers to meet project schedules

Project Administration, Operations and Close‑out

• Responsible for daily project administration and operations. Holds weekly team meetings to create alignment of expectations and understanding of needs
• Prepares and maintains the project schedule, milestone dates, and close‑out checklist. Reviews with project staff and assigns responsibilities, execution, and follow‑up plans
• Ensures and attends proper periodic jobsite morning, planning, progress, and close‑out meetings are being conducted with other project staff; will sometimes require the leading of such meetings along with meeting minutes and follow‑up
• Compares jobsite progress to schedule, compares actual versus estimated cost on a monthly basis in CMIC, checks compliance with plans and specifications, reviews any problems, and verifies the quality of work being performed meets contract specifications and Carroll Daniel guidelines
• Analyzes change proposals from subcontractors before submittal to the owner for accuracy, delay impact and scope; coordinates any proposals with Ops Manager or DM as needed
• Manages the project close‑out process to help settle all financial obligations, demobilize all resources, and transition the project to the customer
• Helps team manage Safety on the project
• Establishes relationships and communication tools as needed with suppliers and other key people to verify all materials, supplies, tools, equipment, and personnel are obtained and/or delivered when necessary. Ensures that all understand performance standards and expectations
• Ensures that project site and company assets are secure and maintains a safe and respectful working environment at all times by implementing programs for safety and loss prevention, risk management, training, and quality control

Promote Customer Relations

• Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customers expectations
• Actively participates in industry, client, and community relations to enhance company image
• Proactively seeks new business opportunities through relationships acquired on each project

Culture, Leadership and Employee Development

• Behaviors are in alignment with our Core Values, Purpose and Vision
• Serves as a role model and promotes professional behavior
• Actively participates in industry, client, and community relations to enhance company image
• Takes full ownership of personal career development through on‑the‑job training, CDCC Way training programs and assists in the development of Project Engineers, APMs, Interns / Co‑Ops

Required Capabilities

• Personal Leadership. Has a desire to improve in all aspects
• Problem solving. Implements solutions that work
• Results Driven. Does not require any follow up
• Establishes Priorities. Does not need hand holding
• Flexible and Adaptable. Adjusts with the demands of the project
• Decision Making/Judgement. Always aligned with CDCC Core Values
• Proactive Customer Focus. Figures out ways to create customer following
• Leads in Resolving Conflict. Does not let items go unresolved
• Listen, Watch, Learn
• Innovative/Solutions Oriented. Thinks creatively to solve problems
• Accepts Supervision and Constructive Criticism. Is confident in the role
• Mentors others. Creates an environment that people benefit through exposure to work experiences

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The majority of work completed on job sites is in an office trailer or in an existing structure. Due to daily condition changes on construction projects, when employees are outside of the office trailer or structure, they must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by the company's safety policies and as required for weather conditions
• The project team and/or team member may need to move to other geographic locations for projected work, if necessary

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• BS in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field plus 4 to 6 years of experience in leadership positions on projects of various sizes preferred, or a minimum of 6 years of field experience in leading construction projects of various sizes; 1 – 2 years in preconstruction preferred
• Demonstrates proficiency using a personal computer (PC) and company communication tools, such as email, internet, and Microsoft products (e.g., CMIC, Egnyte, Fieldwire, Word, Excel, Office, Outlook)
• Demonstrates solid presentation skills and verbal/written skills

The above descriptions cover the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.

Carroll Daniel Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Carroll Daniel Construction is a background screening, drug‑free workplace.