Senior Low Voltage Electrical Project Manager, Fire Alarms/BMS - Data Center Construction

CUMMING GROUP; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 116,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Short and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

Cumming Group in Martindale, TX is seeking a Senior Electrical Low Voltage Project Manager to lead fire alarm and BMS work on a new data center build. You will manage planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor oversight and client relations to deliver the project safely, on time, and within budget.

This role requires 9+ years of electrical construction PM experience, strong knowledge of codes and IT infrastructure, and excellence in communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
• 9+ years of electrical construction project management experience.
• Experience managing large-scale mission-critical, data center, or industrial projects.
• Experience with AV systems, structured cabling, low-voltage systems, and IT-related electrical infrastructure, including coordination with technology integrators and network teams.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, construction methods, codes, and industry standards.
• Proven experience managing projects with significant electrical scopes and multi-million-dollar budgets.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; able to interface with all levels of management.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of the low voltage electrical construction projects, specifically fire alarms and BMS, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout.
• Assist in the development and management of the project strategic plans and program initiatives to meet the goals and needs of the Owner.
• Act as Owner’s Advisor with primary responsibility for all phases of project.
• Manage overall planning, design, and construction process and orchestrate all activities related to design and construction.
• Guide Clients through the complexities of design and construction, with a focus on ownership priorities.
• Coordinate with the Architect, Contractor, and other project team members to meet objectives and resolve issues.
• Lead all elements related to contracts; including negotiating, drafting and executing.
• Manage overall project budget and schedule; report to project team and client on a regular basis.
• Lead proposal review, leveling and analysis and present to the Client.
• Lead selection process for all consultants and vendors, including RFQ/RFP, evaluating firms, and negotiating terms.

Skills

Electrical project management

Budget & scheduling

Leadership

Communication skills

Vendor & contract management

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Electrical Engineering

Engineering Technology

Tools

AV systems

Structured cabling

Low-voltage systems

IT infrastructure coordination

Job description

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 15 rankings in ENR. With over 70 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!The Senior Electrical Low Voltage Project Manager is the lead for fire alarm and BMS (building maintenance systems) related deliverables on a new build data center site in Martindale, TX. They are responsible for leading and managing this scope from preconstruction through closeout. This role oversees project planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor management, client relations, and overall project execution to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.The PM team's standard is to 'manage each project like we own it'. We are unique in that we provide in-house cost management and project scheduling along with program and project management, in a fully integrated package. With client needs and ethics put above all else, coupled with our inherent competitive advantages, it’s no wonder why we've achieved such immense success. Come join our team!Responsibilities:Manage all phases of the low voltage electrical construction projects, specifically fire alarms and BMS, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout.Assist in the development and management of the project strategic plans and program initiatives to meet the goals and needs of the Owner.Act as Owner’s Advisor with primary responsibility for all phases of project.Manage overall planning, design, and construction process and orchestrate all activities related to design and construction.Guide Clients through the complexities of design and construction, with a focus on incorporation of ownership priorities into design, construction logistics and sequencing, as well as design management of the architecture and engineering teams.Coordinate with the Architect, Contractor, and other project team members to meet the project objectives and resolve issues.Lead all elements related to contracts; including negotiating, drafting and executing.Manage overall project budget and schedule. Report to project team and client on a regular basis.Lead proposal review, leveling and analysis and present to the Client.Lead selection process for all consultants and vendors, including preparation of RFQ/RFP, researching and comparing firms under consideration, and recommending and negotiating optimum business terms. This also includes team selection within firms.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred9+ years of electrical construction project management experience.Experience managing large-scale mission-critical, data center, or industrial projects.Experience with AV (audio-visual) systems, structured cabling, low-voltage systems, and IT-related electrical infrastructure, including coordination with technology integrators and network teams.Strong understanding of electrical systems, construction methods, codes, and industry standards.Proven experience managing projects with significant electrical scopes and multi-million-dollar budgets.Firm knowledge and understanding of construction methods, materials and sequences, and architectural/construction drawings and specifications.Requires excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as business presentation skills.The ability to effectively interface with all levels of management and staff across organizational lines, including other client business units.Excellent analytical skills and demonstrated success at building team relationships and partnerships across organizational lines.#LI-VM1Cumming Group is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity in its personnel policies and practices. It is Cumming Group’s policy to recruit, hire, train and promote Team Members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, registered domestic partner status, genetic information, sexual preference, sexual orientation, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions, including breastfeeding), military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, veteran status or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. All such decisions are based on (1) individual merit, qualifications, and competence as they relate to the particular position, and (2) promotion of the principle of equal employment opportunity.All other terms and conditions of employment, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoff, return from layoff, training, education, and social and recreational programs, are administered without regard to the characteristics described above. To this end, Cumming Group complies with all provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, all of the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor, and all similar state and local laws.The salary range for this full-time role is $115,700.00-$161,966.69 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements.In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:MedicalDental InsuranceVision Insurance401(k)401(k) MatchingPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysShort and long-term disabilityEmployee Assistance Program