Senior (CM) Construction Manager

Overwatch-Mission-Critical; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Overwatch Mission Critical is seeking a senior construction project leader to manage data center greenfield core & shell programs in California. The role requires extensive on-site oversight, strong budget control, and a proven track record with complex industrial projects.

You will coordinate with owners, developers, and GC teams, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery in a fast-paced environment. On-site presence in Hayward, CA is expected.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive construction management experience on large-scale commercial/industrial projects.
• At least 5–7 years in a senior or lead role delivering greenfield core & shell projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead greenfield core & shell construction programs for data center projects.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, and change-order processes from initiation to completion.
• Coordinate with owners, developers, and general contractors to drive on-time delivery.

Skills

Construction management

Budget management

Change orders

Owner's representative

Reading drawings

Negotiation

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree (Construction Management/Civil/Structural)

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

BIM coordination

Job description

About Overwatch Mission Critical

Overwatch is a service-disabled Veteran-owned small business (SDVOB) certified through the National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC), offering construction professional services, talent acquisition, and general contractor services for the mission-critical infrastructure industry.

Our mission is the construction and management of state-of-the-art data centers with the precision and reliability this industry demands. From high-end engineers to seasoned professionals, we deploy the people you need to get your data center off the ground. At Overwatch, it's more than a job — it's purpose.

Overview

• Proven track record managing greenfield construction project budgets of $100M+ and full change-order processes from initiation through resolution.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts (AIA, ConsensusDocs, or similar), scheduling, cost control, and risk management.
• Experience as an owner’s representative or with a sophisticated developer/GC on complex, fast-track projects.
• Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, architectural, and MEP drawings at a high level.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Sub Specialty Area

• Greenfield Construction Management

Preferred Tools

• Although not a Data Center construction project would like to have familiarity with Data Centers.

Required Training

• Familiarity with Procore
• Bluebeam
• Primavera P6
• BIM coordination

Required Experience

• 10+ years of progressive construction management experience, with at least 5–7 years in a senior or lead role on large-scale commercial/industrial projects.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience delivering greenfield core & shell projects.

Certifications Required

• PMP
• CCM
• PE license is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

Driver’s License Requirement

For roles that require on-site presence or travel between work locations as an essential function of the position, candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license appropriate for the role and be eligible to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with applicable laws.

Communication Skills

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a professional work environment, including preparing written reports and documentation, conveying information clearly to team members, clients, and stakeholders, and responding appropriately to verbal and written communications related to job duties.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This position operates primarily in an active data center construction environment, encompassing both indoor and outdoor work settings. The role requires the physical ability to perform essential job functions safely and effectively in a dynamic environment that includes ongoing construction activity and evolving site conditions.

The work environment includes areas and temporary structures owned, leased, or controlled by third parties over which Overwatch may have limited or no control. Because the project remains under construction, certain areas of the site — including access routes, staging zones, and temporary structures — may not yet be fully ADA-compliant until construction is complete or those third‑party areas are finalized.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction-related noise, vibrations, and odors.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high-activity environments.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots, is required.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in and around active construction areas, which may include unfinished buildings, temporary field offices, staging areas, and partially completed infrastructure. These locations may contain uneven surfaces, limited accessibility, and other conditions typical of construction projects prior to final completion. Overwatch does not control and cannot modify accessibility conditions within areas, facilities, or temporary structures owned or managed by third parties.

Reasonable Accommodation:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position, provided such accommodations do not create safety hazards, impede essential mobility within active work zones, or require modification of facilities not owned or controlled by Overwatch.

Benefits:

• competitive salary
• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• paid time off

OVERWATCH is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. OVERWATCH considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.