Project Manager, Construction III

CPG; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 114,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

CPG is seeking a Project Manager, Construction III in Tempe, AZ, to lead large-scale data center construction initiatives. You will oversee design, bidding, scheduling, budgeting, safety, commissioning, and close-out activities, coordinating with internal teams and clients to meet stringent requirements.

The role requires 5–7 years of construction management experience, preferably with data centers, CSA/MEP knowledge, and strong MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in construction/engineering fields required.
• 5–7 years of construction project management experience required.
• Datacenter experience preferred; CSA/MEP construction management is a must.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive large-scale data center or mission-critical project construction.
• Develop and manage RFPs, proposals, budgeting, and schedules.
• Coordinate design phases, documents, and correspondence across teams.
• Monitor safety and manage on-site construction activities and commissioning.
• Oversee subcontractor bidding, buyout, contract awards, and vendor negotiations.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting, forecasting, and cash-flow analysis.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and customer requirements.
• Communicate progress to stakeholders and escort hand-off of project documentation.
• Manage teams and provide leadership to Superintendents and Project Coordinators.

Skills

5-7 years of experience in managing

Datacenter experience

CSA/MEP construction management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, or a similar field, or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position: Project Manager, Construction III

Location: 9365 South McKemy St., Tempe, AZ

Job Id: 1410

# of Openings: 1

Title

Project Manager, Construction III

Location

Tempe, AZ

Position Summary

As Project Manager you will be responsible for providing leadership and driving success of large-scale data center projects or other mission critical projects. The position covers all aspects of construction. Areas of expertise require autonomy and independent discretion in the following areas:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• RFP proposal development and budgeting
• Pre-bid oversight and coordination
• Managing all design phases, documents and correspondence
• Create and maintain schedules throughout the project.
• Customer engagement for sales and fulfillment of requirements
• Coordination of bidding, buyout and contract award to subcontractors
• Coordination with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts
• Oversight of physical construction activities and safety on the jobsite
• Participation in commissioning
• The hand-off of physical data center and project documents to customer
• Collaborate with the design team, operators, and clients.
• Submit monthly project financial reporting, including forecasting, cash-flow, etc.
• Review monthly contractor billing and perform job walks to substantiate progress.
• Keeps all relative parties informed of progress throughout the life of the project.
• Develop, manage, maintain, and assist with contract negotiation of new and existing vendors.
• Manage input and delivery of work products from internal team members to ensure that new data center spaces comply with the project requirements, customer requirements, all engineering standards, applicable codes, and specifications.
• Develop, document, and drive lessons learned, process improvements, cost, and schedule savings initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work closely with the proposal team to coordinate design criteria with budgetary issues and ongoing maintenance and operation of existing facilities.
• Awareness of the importance of mission-critical facility operation in live facilities.
• Schedule shifts may incl nights/weekends as per bell curve requirements
• Additional duties may be assigned as need at Management's discretion.

Qualifications

Education / Experience (Desired)

• Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, or a similar field, or equivalent experience
• Construction/Engineering/Architectural degree a plus
• 5-7 years of experience in managing construction projects required
• Datacenter experience is preferred
• Experience in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management is a requirement.

Computer Skills

• Competency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams

Certificates and Licenses

• No certificates or licenses required

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise one or more Superintendent or Project Coordinator or Assistant Project Manager

Physical Demands

• Occasionally lift and/or move 10 to 50 pounds. Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus.

*Salary Negotiable*

CPG is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all employment applicants without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

CPG Participates in E-Verify

Pay Range: $113,752 - $170,661 per year