Project Manager, Data Centers

World Wide Professional Solutions; Vernon (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

World Wide Professional Solutions in Texas leads the Data Center Construction Management team delivering large-scale, mission-critical facilities. The Project Manager will steer complex projects from design through commissioning, collaborating with owners, design teams, and contractors to meet schedule, budget, and safety standards.

Local candidates preferred with relocation or travel, and a Lean construction mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10–15 years of progressive construction project management experience.
• Large-scale data center or mission-critical project experience preferred (semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or industrial facilities considered).
• Strong knowledge of MEP and electrical distribution systems, critical infrastructure, and commissioning protocols.
• Proven experience managing schedules, budgets, and subcontractors on projects exceeding $50M.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate across complex stakeholder environments.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of data center construction, including site development, MEP, controls, and commissioning.
• Lead project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource management to ensure on-time and on-budget completion.
• Coordinate with owners, design teams, trade contractors, and internal stakeholders to align on objectives, scope, and technical requirements.
• Review design drawings, specifications, and submittals for accuracy and constructability.
• Ensure robust coordination of power and cooling infrastructure, including UPS, switchgear, chillers, and distribution systems.
• Proactively identify, communicate, and resolve design, constructability, and commissioning issues across trades.
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean Construction practices, promoting efficiency, safety, and waste reduction.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with safety regulations, codes, and data center standards (NFPA, NEC, OSHA).
• Support and lead commissioning and turnover activities, ensuring systems meet performance and reliability standards.
• Maintain strong communication with project stakeholders, delivering progress reporting, change management, and risk analysis.
• Lead and mentor on-site project teams, fostering collaboration and professional growth.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Lean Construction

Safety management

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

PMP certification

LEED/CxA beneficial

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

WORLD WIDE PROFESSIONAL SOLUTIONS is a project solutions organization committed to implementing lean constructions, collaborative contracting, and execution approaches to enable breakthroughs in performance.

WWPS is seeking several highly skilled and motivated Project Managers to join our Data Center Construction Management team, supporting multiple large-scale, mission-critical facilities across Texas.

Project Location

Local candidates are preferred. However, highly qualified candidates open to relocation or travel work with per diem will be considered.

The Project Manager will lead the successful delivery of complex data center construction projects from design through commissioning. This role requires a proactive leader who can manage fast-paced environments, coordinate multiple disciplines, and drive project excellence through collaboration, quality, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of data center construction, including site development, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), controls, and commissioning.
• Lead project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource management to ensure on-time and on-budget completion.
• Coordinate with owners, design teams, trade contractors, and internal stakeholders to align on project objectives, scope, and technical requirements.
• Review design drawings, specifications, and submittals for accuracy, constructability, and alignment with project standards.
• Ensure robust coordination of power and cooling infrastructure, including UPS systems, switchgear, chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, and distribution systems.
• Proactively identify, communicate, and resolve design, constructability, and commissioning issues across trades.
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean Construction practices, promoting efficiency, safety, and waste reduction.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with all safety regulations, codes, and data center standards, including NFPA, NEC, and OSHA.
• Support and lead commissioning and turnover activities, ensuring systems meet performance and reliability standards.
• Maintain strong communication with project stakeholders, delivering consistent progress reporting, change management, and risk analysis.
• Lead and mentor on-site project teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10–15 years of progressive construction project management experience, including large-scale data center or mission-critical projects (semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or industrial facilities considered).
• Strong knowledge of MEP and electrical distribution systems, critical infrastructure, and commissioning protocols.
• Proven experience managing schedules, budgets, and subcontractors on projects exceeding $50M.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate across complex stakeholder environments.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or MS Project.
• Comprehensive understanding of QA/QC procedures, site safety, and construction best practices.

Preferred Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (required for most candidates).
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials preferred.
• LEED, CxA, or similar certifications are advantageous.

Benefits: This is a full-time position with World Wide Professional Solutions. We offer excellent benefits including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage