Onsite Construction Admin PM — Flexible Data Center Delivery

Olsson; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Health care

Job summary

Olsson is seeking a Construction Administration Project Manager to guide large-scale data center projects through the construction phase. You will connect design intent with field execution, coordinate across disciplines, and maintain project records while representing Olsson onsite.

The role emphasizes leadership in RFI management, submittals, change coordination, and closeout activities, with a focus on quality, safety, and schedule adherence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; or an associate degree with equivalent experience.
• 4+ years in AEC with increasing project responsibilities.
• 2+ years in project/construction management or administration.
• Strong understanding of engineering/design terminology, construction processes, contracts, budgets.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build relationships and navigate challenging conversations across teams.
• Experience with MS Office; Procore, ACC, Newforma, Smartsheet or similar tools is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary connection among Olsson design team, client representatives, contractors, and other stakeholders during construction.
• Coordinate construction-phase documentation (RFI, shop drawings, submittals, design packages).
• Review documentation for cross-discipline coordination and design intent alignment.
• Evaluate design changes and field conditions; assess effects on scope, schedule, budget.
• Lead or participate in project meetings; communicate decisions and actions.
• Track progress, risks, and milestones; keep records organized.
• Support project finances via invoices, changes, budgets and schedules.
• Conduct site observations to monitor progress and identify deficiencies.
• Coordinate resolution of technical/site issues to minimize rework and delays.
• Support closeout with punch lists, testing, commissioning, and final deliverables.

Skills

Project management

Construction administration

Stakeholder communication

MS Office proficiency

Construction tech tools

Education

Bachelor's degree or associate with experience

Tools

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Newforma

Smartsheet

Job description

Olsson is seeking a Construction Administration Project Manager to guide large-scale data center projects through the construction phase. You will connect design intent with field execution, coordinate across disciplines, and maintain project records while representing Olsson onsite.

The role emphasizes leadership in RFI management, submittals, change coordination, and closeout activities, with a focus on quality, safety, and schedule adherence.