Senior Mechanical Construction Manager - Data Center Projects

SpaceXAI; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceXAI in Memphis, Tennessee seeks an experienced Mechanical Construction Manager to lead mission-critical build efforts for the data center. You will be the onsite leader coordinating with vendors, contractors, and internal teams to ensure safe, on-time delivery and adherence to design standards.

This full-time, on-site role requires strong leadership, risk mitigation, and the ability to manage multiple vendors and changes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing large-scale data center or mission-critical construction projects.
• Expertise in construction management, commissioning, and site operations.
• Proven ability to lead on-site with authority and build trust with vendors and teams.
• Experience managing large programs with multiple vendors and dynamic priorities.
• Strong cross-disciplinary communication, from field updates to escalations.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Act as the senior construction representative for the Memphis data center, managing relationships with contractors, partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee end-to-end project execution, from pre-construction and site development through commissioning and controls.
• Coordinate multiple vendors, ensuring seamless communication between field and technical teams.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks to ensure high-quality delivery, safety, and operational readiness.
• Drive progress on the data center project, resolving roadblocks to keep timelines on track.
• Align construction schedules with SpaceXAI'S broader infrastructure goals through cross-functional collaboration.
• Partner with teams to guide commissioning and resolve issues efficiently.
• Deliver regular updates using well-designed KPIs and dashboards for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure the project meets technical and quality standards outlined in the base design.
• Perform quantity take-offs and field verifications to monitor progress and support reporting.
• Manage change orders, identifying solutions to minimize unnecessary changes and control costs.
• Lead site safety initiatives, fostering a consistent and effective safety culture.
• Adapt to evolving needs, supporting cross-functional partners as required, regardless of original job scope.

Skills

Data center construction

Construction management

Vendor management

Site operations

Leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Job description

SpaceXAI in Memphis, Tennessee seeks an experienced Mechanical Construction Manager to lead mission-critical build efforts for the data center. You will be the onsite leader coordinating with vendors, contractors, and internal teams to ensure safe, on-time delivery and adherence to design standards.

This full-time, on-site role requires strong leadership, risk mitigation, and the ability to manage multiple vendors and changes.