Senior Project Manager, Construction & Development

CyrusOne; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead construction projects focused on mission-critical MEP systems. This role involves overseeing project budgets, collaborating with procurement, and ensuring successful project execution from planning to completion. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data center development and a strong background in managing diverse teams. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will shape the future of innovative construction projects, making a significant impact in the IT and construction sectors.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 7+ years in data center development and heavy MEP systems construction.
• Strong ability to manage project finances and budgets.
• Experience leading construction project teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage data center construction projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare capital expenditure presentations for Director review.
• Conduct weekly project status meetings and prepare detailed reports.

Skills

Project Management

Budgeting

Contract Negotiation

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering

Project Management accreditation (PMP or similar)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Procore

Job description

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The Senior Project Manager, Construction & Development will help manage data center construction projects with an emphasis on mission-critical MEP systems.

Responsibilities:

• Support planning and permitting of major projects.
• Collaborate with Procurement to develop and issue RFPs for General Contractors.
• Prepare capital expenditure presentations for Director review. Negotiate contracts with Commissioning Agents (CxA), third-party testing vendors, General Contractors, and Subcontractors.
• Manage and maintain project budgets, providing weekly updates for Director review.
• Lead the construction and development of major projects from inception to completion.
• Assist Project Development teams with utility coordination efforts.
• Participate in Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings, as well as Low Voltage (LV) and Owner-Furnished, Contractor-Installed (OFCI) meetings.
• Implement new recycling and sustainability programs for use during construction.
• Oversee the documentation lifecycle for design-build projects. Manage technical, contractual, and procurement requirements throughout project execution.
• Conduct and lead weekly project status meetings, preparing detailed status reports.
• Oversee engineers, subcontractors and vendors during pre-construction, commissioning (Cx), and project closeout phases.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience working in mission-critical data center development, general construction, and heavy MEP systems construction.
• Experience leading construction project teams, including third-party owner's project managers, subcontractors, and the General Contractor, ensuring alignment on project scope, schedule, and execution.
• Strong ability to manage project finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Experience negotiating construction, procurement, and labor contracts.
• Ability to monitor and enforce project schedules, safety, and quality control.
• Hands-on approach, willing to engage in daily project challenges and problem solving.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interface with multiple stakeholders at various levels.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders and disciplines, including internal teams, vendors, and external partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Microsoft Project, and Procore.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time to project sites and key locations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with at least two disciplines within the construction industry, such as General Contracting, Owner’s Representation, Commercial Development, Engineering & Design, or similar roles.
• Experience working in multi-megawatt data center construction and large-scale infrastructure projects, including phased fit-out projects.
• Experience with commissioning efforts, ensuring a smooth transition from construction to operational readiness.
• Familiarity with scheduling software (Primavera, MS Project, or similar).
• Experience managing multiple high-volume projects simultaneously, typically overseeing three to four projects with interdependent milestones.
• Experience managing programs with concurrent projects across multiple sites.
• Demonstrated success in communicating project requirements to senior management, vendors, and public officials.

Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• Project Management accreditation (PMP or similar) preferred

CyrusOne is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

CyrusOne provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws. We will respond to requests for reasonable accommodations to assist you in applying for positions at CyrusOne, or to submit a resume.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management, Strategy/Planning, and Design

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting, Real Estate, and Construction

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

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