Data Center Project Manager | Lead Mission-Critical Builds

ARCO a Family of Construction Companies; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading bonus program

Employer-funded ESOP for all employees

Traditional and Roth 401k

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship for associates’ children

Sabbatical after five years + travel

Volunteer leave

Charitable matching

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Vacation time

Maternity leave (12 weeks paid)

Job summary

ARCO a Family of Construction Companies seeks a seasoned Project Manager to lead large-scale data center initiatives from preconstruction to turnover. You will align scope, budget, and schedule with owners, design teams, and leadership, while controlling GMP contracts and change management.

Strong emphasis on risk management and critical-path coordination across all trades. The role requires 5+ years in data center or mission-critical projects, deep MEP understanding, and proven budgeting and

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in data center construction or mission critical projects.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and their integration in mission-critical environments.
• Proven experience managing project budgets, schedules, and subcontractor performance.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• Proficiency in construction management software and scheduling tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of large-scale, mission-critical data center projects from preconstruction through punch list.
• Partner with owners, design teams, and internal leadership to align scope, budget, schedule, and risk.
• Manage GMP/lump sum contracts, change management, and cost forecasting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive coordination across structural, architectural, MEP, and vendor scopes with a strong focus on critical path activities.
• Ensure project compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Develop and oversee project financials.
• Proactively identify risks and develop mitigation plans to protect schedule and budget.
• Support commissioning and turnover activities to ensure successful delivery to the owner.
• Serve as the primary point of accountability for project outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Data center experience

MEP systems

Budget management

Subcontractor management

Scheduling tools

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

ARCO a Family of Construction Companies seeks a seasoned Project Manager to lead large-scale data center initiatives from preconstruction to turnover. You will align scope, budget, and schedule with owners, design teams, and leadership, while controlling GMP contracts and change management.

Strong emphasis on risk management and critical-path coordination across all trades. The role requires 5+ years in data center or mission-critical projects, deep MEP understanding, and proven budgeting and