Hyperscale Datacenter Project Manager - 100 percent traveler

IES Communications; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national provider of infrastructure services is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Chicago, IL. The role requires 100% travel and experience in building hyperscale data centers. Candidates should have strong leadership skills, at least five years of managerial experience in telecommunications, and proficiency in project management tools. This full-time position aims to ensure project efficiency and compliance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• Minimum of 6+ years of relevant experience in telecommunications or construction.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and manage project staff effectively.
• Ensure project profitability and compliance with company standards.
• Act as the liaison with customer representatives during projects.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Blueprint interpretation

Project management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree preferred

RCDD certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, MS Project)

Job description

Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES's 2024 fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8+ billion in revenue and employed over 9,485 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

Job Summary

Job Summary: MUST BE WILLING TO TRAVEL 100% and must have experience with building out hyperscale data centers (not managing them after the build out). IES is seeking an experienced Project Manager with hyperscale data center experience. This is a 100% travel position for a career role leading a team of professionals. The Project Manager is the overall manager for assigned projects and ensures that all contracted work is developed, implemented, installed and managed in accordance with the Company's safety, quality, management and financial performance requirements. All aspects of the assigned project(s) should be carried out efficiently with respect to staffing, materials management, financial management, customer care and customer delivery goals.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, train, manage, supervise, promote, discipline and discharge project staff as needed; effectively manage human resource issues per Company policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to meet customer and Company goals and objectives.
• Manage workload distribution and monitor customer delivery and job installation progress.
• Plan for, manage, monitor and maintain project profitability to achieve Company goals.
• Review job cost postings for accuracy and completeness, including invoicing, customer collections and periodic financial reporting.
• Manage quality and safety issues on customer work.
• Participate in and/or facilitate the bid process.
• Act as Company liaison for interface with customer representatives.
• Create, develop and implement account process improvements.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
• Min USD $80,000.00/Yr. Max USD $100,000.00/Yr.

Qualifications

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Self-motivated, professional, and able to lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvements.
• Promote the Company culture and mission to employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking and communication skills (written and oral).
• Ability to interpret blueprints and project documents, including specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
• Willingness and ability to travel within branch and/or regional territory as needed.
• Ability to learn Company and customer project management systems.
• Ability to secure and maintain a Company-sponsored American Express Card.
• Proficiency with trade tools listed in original description.

Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• RCDD certification preferred.
• Minimum five (5) years of supervisory or managerial experience; minimum of five (5) years in telecommunications or related technical/construction field.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, MS Project).
• Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously and define a project scope, tasks and successful completion.
• Minimum 6+ years of relevant experience.

Travel and Employment Details

100 percent travel; this is a full-time role located in environments requiring travel to projects.

EEO Statement

PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS. Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency representatives presented to any IES employee without a signed contract between the agency and IES Talent Acquisition will be the property of IES with no fees paid. EEO & Affirmative Action: IES does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. IES is committed to affirmative steps to promote employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES participates in E-Verify. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office.