Project Manager – Data Center Commercial Construction

DCDeployed; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DCDeployed is seeking a highly skilled Construction Project Manager in San Jose, California to oversee complex, fast-paced data center constructions. The ideal candidate will manage the entire project lifecycle, ensuring quality standards and adherence to safety protocols.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering and proven experience in large-scale, mission-critical projects. Proficiency in Autodesk Construction Cloud and strong stakeholder engagement skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related experience.
• Experience with mission-critical and large-scale commercial construction projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems in critical applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all stages of data center construction.
• Ensure alignment with the project scope, budget, and schedule.
• Manage cost control processes and validate change management.

Skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Construction management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Overview

Must be available to start immediately

We are seeking a highly skilled Construction Project Manager to oversee a complex, fast-paced data center construction project within a design-build setting. This role supports the entire project lifecycle in a design-build environment and is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who excels in technically demanding, high-velocity projects.

The PM will collaborate closely with Project Managers, site leadership, consultants, contractors, and client stakeholders to ensure alignment across scope, schedule, cost, quality, and operational readiness.

This position requires on-site and off-site attendance. Some travel may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and oversee all stages of data center construction.
• Lead and oversee all phases of commercial construction from preconstruction through commissioning and project closeout.
• Serve as point of contact for internal leadership, clients, contractors, and consultants, maintaining a professional, solution-oriented presence.
• Ensure full alignment with the project scope, budget, schedule, and contractual obligations, and proactively drive performance against established milestones.
• Direct coordination among architects, engineers, contractors, vendors, and consultants to ensure seamless execution and issue resolution.
• Oversee daily construction operations to maintain quality standards, enforce code compliance, and uphold safety protocols.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, field directives, pay applications, and contract documentation to protect project interests.
• Maintain accurate, organized project documentation in Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).
• Own the project schedule, monitor critical path activities, and implement corrective actions as needed to maintain delivery timelines.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, resolving conflicts proactively to prevent impact to cost or schedule.
• Attend OAC and subcontractor coordination meetings, driving accountability and action items to closure.
• Manage cost control processes, validate change management, forecast financial performance, and maintain budget integrity.
• Oversee commissioning readiness, ensure system completion, and lead successful transition to operations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related experience
• Experience supporting mission-critical, MEP-intensive, and large-scale commercial construction projects
• Proven experience with data center construction or similar high-availability infrastructure environments
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems used in critical applications facilities
• Proficiency in Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proven ability to handle multiple workstreams and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, CCM, PE, or an equivalent professional certification
• Experience in design-build delivery methods
• Exposure to commissioning procedures and mission-critical system transfers.
• Previous on-site experience supporting fast-track or hyperscale projects.
• Strong understanding of Electrical Engineering

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Information is accurate, timely, and well-coordinated across teams
• Risks are identified early and addressed proactively.
• Field execution aligns with the design intent and owner requirements.
• Documentation facilitates smooth commissioning and operational transition.
• Project advances with discipline, clarity, and confidence.