Data Center Project Manager, Mission-Critical Construction

ARCO Companies; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship for associates’ children

Sabbatical after five years

Volunteer leave

Insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

ARCO Companies is seeking a Project Manager for Mission Critical Construction based in the Chicago area. You will manage data center construction projects nationwide, from design to completion, with full profit and performance responsibility.

You will lead preconstruction, budgeting, subcontractor buyouts, and on-site execution while ensuring client satisfaction and strong cost control. The role demands 3–10 years in construction or engineering design, a BS in engineering or related field, and

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related field.
• 3-10 years of construction management or engineering design experience.
• Previous experience leading data center or advanced manufacturing projects strongly preferred.
• Proficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all managerial and administrative aspects of the project from the earliest stages of preconstruction through project closeout.
• Work closely with clients and the design team to develop preliminary concept drawings and project budget.
• Participate in the proposal meeting with clients to review the scope of work, discuss ways to reduce costs, provide value engineering ideas, and negotiate contracts & fees.
• Oversee subcontractor selection and buyout process for all trades and vendors.
• Identify and investigate opportunities to procure material and/or specialty equipment directly when advantageous to project budget or schedule.
• Work with Project Superintendent to develop and review subcontractor scopes of work/contracts, project schedule, and site logistics plan.
• Lead preconstruction planning meetings with all designers, subcontractors and vendors aimed at solving potential constructability, sequencing, and/or manpower issues.
• Lead weekly/bi-weekly OAC meetings on-site once construction begins to review progress and address challenges directly with client.
• Track and manage project performance vs budget; prepare owner pay applications, cost status, and progress billing reports.

Skills

Project management

Client coordination

Education

BS in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

ARCO Companies is seeking a Project Manager for Mission Critical Construction based in the Chicago area. You will manage data center construction projects nationwide, from design to completion, with full profit and performance responsibility.

You will lead preconstruction, budgeting, subcontractor buyouts, and on-site execution while ensuring client satisfaction and strong cost control. The role demands 3–10 years in construction or engineering design, a BS in engineering or related field, and