Senior Data Center Project Lead

Metric DCX; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric DCX in the United States is seeking a Senior Project Manager responsible for end-to-end delivery including financial performance, contract administration, scheduling, risk management, quality and client relationships. You will lead the project team to ensure safety, on-time delivery and budget adherence.

You will oversee budgets, change orders, vendor payments, and close-out, while building strong relationships with owners and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 10+ years of construction experience on large-scale data centers or complex projects.
• Strong understanding of project financials, contracts, scheduling and risk management.
• Proven ability to manage large multidisciplinary project teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, cost-to-complete and cash flow.
• Identify potential cost exposures and develop mitigation strategies.
• Review subcontractor and vendor requisitions, change orders and payments.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage owner and subcontractor change orders from identification through approval and close-out.
• Ensure contractual requirements, notices and documentation are handled appropriately.
• Identify and recover legitimate project costs.
• Work closely with the Superintendent to develop and maintain the project schedule.
• Monitor critical path activities, delays and schedule impacts.
• Provide regular updates to the client and project leadership.
• Build strong, professional relationships with subcontractors and trade partners.
• Address performance issues quickly and effectively.
• Lead project meetings and ensure clear communication across the project team.
• Work closely with estimating and field teams to ensure successful procurement and execution.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with owners and key stakeholders.
• Keep clients informed of project progress, risks, changes and critical issues.
• Provide solutions and maintain a high level of professionalism throughout the project.
• Establish and manage an effective project close-out strategy.
• Ensure quality standards, documentation and outstanding work are completed on time.
• Track and resolve issues throughout the project to prevent delays at close-out.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Risk management

Team coordination

Financial acumen

Education

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

Job description

Metric DCX in the United States is seeking a Senior Project Manager responsible for end-to-end delivery including financial performance, contract administration, scheduling, risk management, quality and client relationships. You will lead the project team to ensure safety, on-time delivery and budget adherence.

You will oversee budgets, change orders, vendor payments, and close-out, while building strong relationships with owners and subcontractors.