Project Manager, Data Centers

JLL; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL in Phoenix seeks a Project Manager to lead delivery of data center and mission-critical projects. You will manage day-to-day execution under the senior PM, coordinating with clients, contractors, vendors and stakeholders to deliver on-time, on-budget results aligned with JLL standards.

The role emphasizes planning, documentation, procurement support, and field coordination. Expect extensive on-site work (up to 80%) and travel (up to 50%), with a focus on safety, quality, and effective

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in construction, facilities, or project management; mission-critical or data center environment exposure preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with construction documentation, scheduling, budgeting, and cost tracking.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and collaboration skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities across concurrent projects in fast-paced, geographically distributed team environments.
• Proficiency with MS PowerPoint, MS Office, MS Project, Procore, and similar project management and document-control tools.

Responsibilities

• Execute project delivery activities through planning, execution and closeout phases in accordance with approved project plans and senior leadership direction.
• Maintain project plans, logistics coordination, and integrated schedules; track milestones and escalate schedule or budget risks to senior project leadership.
• Coordinate closeout deliverables including as-builts, O&M manuals, and warranties.
• Identify project risks and support mitigation planning and issue resolution with senior project leadership.
• Promote site safety requirements and safe work practices throughout the project.

Skills

Experience in construction management

Understanding of mechanical,Electrical

Procurement & RFP processes

Project scheduling & budgeting

MS Project / Procore / MS Office

On-site safety

Travel up to 50%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

MS Project

MS Office

MS PowerPoint

Job description

What this job involves:

Manage the successful delivery of complex, fast-track data center and mission-critical projects. The PM is responsible for day-to-day project execution under the direction of the senior PM. This role will work closely with team leadership, clients, contractors, vendors and project stakeholders to deliver projects on-time, on-budget, safely, efficiently and in alignment with JLL standards.

What this job involves:

Manage the successful delivery of complex, fast-track data center and mission-critical projects. The PM is responsible for day-to-day project execution under the direction of the senior PM. This role will work closely with team leadership, clients, contractors, vendors and project stakeholders to deliver projects on-time, on-budget, safely, efficiently and in alignment with JLL standards.

What your day-to-day will look like:

Project Coordination & Documentation

• Execute project delivery activities through planning, execution and closeout phases in accordance with approved project plans and senior leadership direction.
• Maintain project plans, logistics coordination, and integrated schedules; track milestones and **escalate** schedule or budget risks to senior project leadership.
• Manage project meetings, milestone events, and site visits; track action items and support communication across clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Coordinate closeout deliverables including as-builts, O&M manuals, and warranties.
• Identify project risks and support mitigation planning and issue resolution with senior project leadership.

Financial & Procurement Support

• Track and manage project financials, change orders, and contract deliverables to support financial performance, contract compliance, and successful project delivery.
• Coordinate vendor onboarding, purchase orders, contract records, and compliance documentation.
• Support RFP and procurement activities including bid coordination, bid leveling, and vendor documentation.

Project Execution & Field Support

• Facilitate schedule execution through milestone tracking and coordination across project teams and vendors.
• Support field QA/QC, commissioning coordination, and contractor activities for key project milestones.

Client Communication & Safety Participation

• Promote site safety requirements and safe work practices throughout the project.
• Serve as day-to-day point of contact for client, contractor, vendor and project stakeholder communication on behalf of the senior PM; and prepare progress reports, presentations, and briefing materials with project leadership.
• Participate in site safety protocols, MOP reviews, shutdown planning, and LOTO awareness during site visits; support safety, quality, and compliance standards throughout project lifecycles.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in construction, facilities, or project management; mission-critical or data center environment exposure preferred.
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and building systems fundamentals.
• Experience coordinating with contractors, vendors, and supporting procurement or RFP processes.
• Familiarity with construction documentation, scheduling, budgeting, and cost tracking.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and collaboration skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities across concurrent projects in fast-paced, geographically distributed team environments.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS PowerPoint, MS Office, MS Project, Procore, and similar project management and document-control tools.
• Willingness to work extensively in active construction site environments (up to 80% onsite as required) and travel for projects outside the local region (up to 50% as needed).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with projects involving significant mechanical/electrical or critical systems scopes.
• Exposure to data centers, hospitals, or other 24/7 operational environments with fast-track project delivery.
• Working knowledge of commissioning, testing, and quality control procedures.
• Experience supporting vendor selection, RFP/RFQ processes, and purchase order or contract administration.
• Interest in developing specialized expertise in mission-critical facility management.
• Pursuing or intending to pursue CAPM, PMP, or equivalent project management certification.