Data Center Project Manager: White Space Construction Lead

Align; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Cellphone reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Floating holidays

Job summary

Align is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee the fit-out of hyperscale data center white space in the Atlanta area. The role involves managing all tenant fit-out activities, coordinating trades, and ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical infrastructure onsite.

The ideal candidate has 5–10+ years in data centers, strong knowledge of containment, overhead systems, and cabling, with strong vendor and client communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years construction management experience in mission-critical/data center environments.
• Proven experience managing white space fit-out/tenant improvement projects.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and site management.
• Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and deliver on schedule.
• Knowledge of QA/QC processes for overhead/structural installations.
• PM skills including scheduling and budgeting.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent stakeholder and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site construction management for data center white space fit-out projects.
• Oversee installation of containment systems, overhead cable trays, ladder racks, and structural supports.
• Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, and client stakeholders.
• Enforce QA/QC to meet design specs, load requirements, and standards.
• Monitor schedule, budget, and progress; identify and resolve risks/issues.
• Ensure safety standards and site protocols are followed.
• Support commissioning and handover processes.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Scheduling

Budgeting

Problem solving

Construction site leadership

Tools

Procore

Job description

Align is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee the fit-out of hyperscale data center white space in the Atlanta area. The role involves managing all tenant fit-out activities, coordinating trades, and ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical infrastructure onsite.

The ideal candidate has 5–10+ years in data centers, strong knowledge of containment, overhead systems, and cabling, with strong vendor and client communication skills.