Project Manager (Construction)

Insight Global; Pelzer (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Project Manager to lead day-to-day execution of complex data center construction projects in an on-site, fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes electrical and mechanical coordination, schedule control, and collaboration with Program Managers, Superintendents, and engineers to deliver mission-critical facilities on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of Project Management experience in Construction, EPC, Manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong electrical and mechanical mindset; able to understand and coordinate complex MEP systems.
• Experience with large, technically complex projects (data centers, mission-critical, industrial).
• Proven ability to manage schedules, budgets, and subcontractor performance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• PMP certification or demonstrated project management training.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily execution of data center construction projects from mobilization through commissioning and closeout.
• Manage and coordinate electrical and mechanical scopes, including power distribution, generators, UPS systems, cooling infrastructure, and controls.
• Drive project schedules, short-interval planning, and milestone completion.
• Actively manage subcontractors and vendors, ensuring scope alignment, productivity, and quality.
• Identify issues early and drive resolution, escalating when necessary while keeping projects moving forward.
• Partner with Program Managers, Superintendents, Engineers, and Owners to align strategy with execution.
• Lead project meetings, maintain clear communication, and ensure accountability across all stakeholders.
• Track costs, manage change orders, and support forecasting and reporting.
• Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, and submittals with a constructability and execution mindset.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and quality standards are met at all times.
• Support testing, commissioning, and turnover of mission-critical systems.

Skills

Project management

Electrical/MEP coordination

Communication

Schedule management

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Procore

Data center experience

Leadership

Education

Engineering or construction degree

PMP certification

Tools

Procore

Job description

Job Description

The Project Manager is responsible for the day-to-day execution of complex data center construction projects, with a strong focus on electrical and mechanical systems. This role is hands-on and detail-oriented, operating closer to the field and technical scope than a Program Manager. The Project Manager drives schedules, coordinates trades, resolves issues, and ensures work moves forward efficiently in fast-paced, mission-critical environments. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of experience in construction, EPC, or manufacturing environments, brings an electrical/mechanical mindset, and is a strong communicator who can lead teams, remove obstacles, and deliver results.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the daily execution of data center construction projects from mobilization through commissioning and closeout
• Manage and coordinate electrical and mechanical scopes, including power distribution, generators, UPS systems, cooling infrastructure, and controls
• Drive project schedules, short-interval planning, and milestone completion
• Actively manage subcontractors and vendors, ensuring scope alignment, productivity, and quality
• Identify issues early and drive resolution, escalating when necessary while keeping projects moving forward
• Partner with Program Managers, Superintendents, Engineers, and Owners to align strategy with execution
• Lead project meetings, maintain clear communication, and ensure accountability across all stakeholders
• Track costs, manage change orders, and support forecasting and reporting
• Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, and submittals with a constructability and execution mindset
• Ensure safety, compliance, and quality standards are met at all times
• Support testing, commissioning, and turnover of mission-critical systems

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Skills and Requirements

• 5–10 years of Project Management experience in:
• oConstruction, EPC, Manufacturing or industrial environments
• Strong electrical and mechanical mindset; able to understand and coordinate complex MEP systems
• Experience working on large, technically complex projects (data centers, mission-critical, industrial preferred)
• Proven ability to manage schedules, budgets, and subcontractor performance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with Procore Products
• PMP certification or demonstrated project management training
• Background in electrical, mechanical, or construction engineering
• Data center or mission-critical facility experience
• Experience working alongside Program Managers in large capital programs