On-Site Project Lead – Electrical Construction

UNAVAILABLE; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AWS on-site construction and commissioning lead coordinates between AWS, contractors, and OEM vendors to ensure project milestones are met. You drive progress, manage inspections, and maintain documentation quality across Procore and related systems.

The role requires 5+ years of engineering experience with a strong electrical background, along with proven vendor management and escalation skills. This position is on-site and offers leadership exposure across multiple teams.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering (EE preferred) with 5+ years of experience.
• Extensive electrical background, data center or critical infrastructure preferred.
• Experience with OFCI coordination on large-scale projects.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and understand manufacturer procedures.
• Strong vendor management and escalation skills.
• Experience with Procore is preferred.
• Deep technical knowledge is required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary on-site coordinator between AWS, construction teams, and OEM vendors.
• Oversee progress on busway inspection and PDC verification work streams.
• Perform daily site walks to identify blockers, track progress, and escalate issues.
• Coordinate with multiple OEM vendors and navigate vendor relationship dynamics.
• Manage documentation quality and ensure Procore entries meet AWS standards.
• Drive accountability across subcontractor teams and escalate underperformance.
• Provide daily/weekly progress reporting to AWS leadership.

Skills

Vendor management

Escalation skills

Electrical drawings

Leadership

Communication

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

Procore

Job description

AWS on-site construction and commissioning lead coordinates between AWS, contractors, and OEM vendors to ensure project milestones are met. You drive progress, manage inspections, and maintain documentation quality across Procore and related systems.

The role requires 5+ years of engineering experience with a strong electrical background, along with proven vendor management and escalation skills. This position is on-site and offers leadership exposure across multiple teams.