DATA CENTER CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
We are working with an established Data Center general contractor delivering large-scale data center projects. Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout.
This is a senior leadership position responsible for overall project delivery, including budgets, schedules, contracts, subcontractor coordination, client communication, risk management, and project performance. The successful candidate will work closely with owners, designers, trade partners, field teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
The Senior Project Manager will also provide leadership and mentorship to Project Managers, Project Engineers, and field teams while supporting preconstruction, strategic planning, and the continued development of project delivery processes.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Up to $200,000 depending on experience
- Annual Bonus: 15-18%
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Career advancement and professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to lead major data center and mission-critical construction projects
- Collaborative team environment focused on safety, quality, and project excellence
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead all phases of large, technically complex data center and mission-critical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
- Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, contracts, forecasts, and overall project performance.
- Lead project planning and coordinate closely with preconstruction, estimating, engineering, operations, and field teams.
- Serve as the primary client point of contact, maintaining clear communication and strong relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
- Manage subcontractors, consultants, vendors, and trade partners to ensure project requirements and milestones are achieved.
- Oversee project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, progress reports, and contract correspondence.
- Monitor project financial performance, commitments, costs, cash flow, and forecasting.
- Identify project risks and implement proactive solutions to protect safety, quality, schedule, and financial outcomes.
- Support preconstruction activities including estimating, bid packages, constructability reviews, procurement strategies, and project planning.
- Coordinate project schedules and work closely with field leadership to maintain critical milestones.
- Review project quality, safety, and contractual requirements and ensure compliance throughout construction.
- Lead project meetings and communicate project status, risks, and performance to clients and senior leadership.
- Mentor and develop Project Managers, Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers, and field personnel.
- Lead commissioning, punch-list, turnover, and project closeout activities to ensure a successful handover to the client.
Requirements:
- General Contractor Experience, within the Dallas market
- Data Center Construction Experience
- Proven experience successfully managing and delivering projects valued at $40M+.
- Strong understanding of construction budgets, schedules, contracts, procurement, project controls, and financial management.
- Experience managing large project teams and coordinating owners, designers, subcontractors, consultants, vendors, and trade partners.
- Strong leadership skills with demonstrated experience mentoring and developing project team members.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and client relationship skills.
- Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, contracts, schedules, and project documentation.
- Proficiency with project management and construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, Primavera P6, or similar platforms.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, technically complex project environment.
- Ability and willingness to travel to support project and client requirements.