Senior Data Center BTM Construction Manager

Insight Global; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K program

Unlimited PTO

Standard paid holidays

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Senior Data Center BTM Construction Manager in Sparks, NV. This key leadership role involves managing the construction of electrical infrastructure for mission-critical operations, ensuring projects meet safety, schedule, and budget requirements.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, 5+ years of experience in construction management, and familiarity with medium-voltage systems. The position offers an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in construction management, focusing on BTM or mission-critical power infrastructure.
• Extensive experience with medium-voltage switchgear, transformers, UPS, and generators.
• Proven ability to lead multi-contractor large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of BTM construction including planning and equipment installation.
• Monitor overall project progress and budget control.
• Ensure compliance with design documents and safety standards.

Skills

Construction Management

Electrical Engineering

Leadership

Risk Mitigation

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Title: Senior Data Center BTM Construction Manager

Location: Onsite 5 days/week in Sparks, NV

Duration: Perm

Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 base + Discretionary Bonus

Position Overview

The Senior Data Center BTM Construction Manager is a key leader responsible for the end-to-end delivery of behind-the-meter (BTM) electrical infrastructure supporting mission-critical operations. Reporting to the Director of Construction, this role oversees the construction and integration of medium-voltage switchgear, transformers, UPS, generators, feeders, and supporting civil/structural work, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, on budget, and to the highest technical standards.

This senior role partners closely with internal engineering, design, operations, and commissioning teams, as well as with specialty contractors, EPC partners, and utilities, to ensure the facility’s internal power systems are reliable, efficient, and aligned with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of BTM construction, including preconstruction planning, civil/structural support, equipment installation, integration, and turnover.


• Oversee multiple contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure seamless execution of complex BTM systems.


• Establish and enforce schedule and budget control, anticipating risks and implementing mitigation strategies.


• Monitor overall project progress, providing strategic guidance to construction teams.


• Lead site meetings, inspections, and commissioning handoffs, ensuring alignment with operational requirements.

Technical & Quality Oversight

• Provide senior-level oversight for installation, integration, and commissioning of medium-voltage switchgear, transformers, UPS, generators, and feeders.


• Ensure compliance with design documents, codes (NEC/NESC), UL standards, and local permitting requirements.


• Review and approve submittals, RFIs, method statements, and field changes for BTM scopes.


• Partner with commissioning and operations teams to validate system reliability and energization readiness.


• Drive quality control and documentation standards through Procore or equivalent project management systems.

Budgeting & Contracts

• Manage BTM scope budgets, cost tracking, and forecasting for large-scale projects.


• Lead RFP processes, contractor selection, and negotiation for BTM scopes.


• Review and approve change orders, ensuring alignment with project objectives and cost efficiency.


• Identify and implement opportunities for schedule optimization and cost savings across BTM systems.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as the primary point of contact for all BTM construction coordination across internal teams, contractors, and utilities.


• Communicate progress, risks, and mitigation strategies to senior leadership and stakeholders.


• Ensure construction, commissioning, and operations teams are fully aligned for successful energization and turnover.


• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and collaboration across all project teams.

Risk, Safety, and Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to environmental, health, and electrical safety standards, including medium-voltage and UPS protocols.


• Lead risk mitigation planning related to site conditions, logistics, equipment delivery, and commissioning readiness.


• Oversee permitting, inspections, and regulatory compliance for all BTM systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience


• 5+ years of progressive experience in construction management, with a focus on BTM or mission-critical power infrastructure.


• 5+ years of experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.


• 5+ years of experience with medium-voltage switchgear, transformers, UPS, generators, and supporting civil/structural works.


• 5+ years of experience leading multi-contractor, large-scale projects.


• 5+ years of experience with Procore and Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on hyperscale data centers or other mission-critical facilities.


• Strong understanding of commissioning, energization, and operational readiness for BTM systems.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• Self-starter capable of managing complex projects in a fast-paced, on-site environment.

Benefits

Company employees enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K program, standard paid holidays, and unlimited PTO.