Senior Project Manager - Data Center

W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Meridian, MS, is looking for a Senior Project Manager to oversee data center projects from preconstruction to completion. The role requires managing budgets, schedules, and safety protocols while ensuring high-quality standards. Ideal candidates will have 7-10 years of data center construction experience, proven success in managing projects over $100M, and strong leadership and negotiation skills. Competitive benefits and potential growth opportunities are offered in this role.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in managing data center construction projects.
• Proven track record in handling medium to large data center projects worth $100M+.

Responsibilities

• Oversee data center projects from preconstruction to completion.
• Establish a robust safety culture within data center projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols in data center environments.
• Collaborate with teams to manage costs effectively in data center projects.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Construction discipline proficiency

Education

Undergraduate degree in relevant field

Tools

Primavera

Excel

MS Project

Job description

Position

Senior Project Manager - Data Center

Location

Meridian, MS

Job Overview

The Senior Project Manager (SPM) is tasked with overseeing data center projects from preconstruction to final completion. Acting as the primary point of contact for the project team, the SPM leads both in‑house and on‑site teams, ensuring the successful delivery of data center projects. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for shop drawings and submittal reviews, as well as accurately tracking the budget and executing the schedule with all trades of work. The SPM provides monthly cost reports and owner billings and oversees communication with local government officials regarding permitting and inspections to ensure that subcontractors maintain the proper focus on quality and safety.

Primary Duties

• Establishing a robust safety culture within data center projects.
• Controlling costs and maintaining profitability while leveraging extensive experience in data center construction.
• Managing field construction activities specific to data centers, including equipment installation, network components, and security systems.
• Supervising the development of project schedules tailored to data center requirements.
• Reviewing cost reports and implementing strategies to optimize costs within data center projects.
• Setting up project labor needs in alignment with data center specifications and consulting with management.
• Conducting regular inspections of data center projects to ensure quality, safety, and adherence to project timelines.
• Coordinating closely with subcontractors to guarantee all data center work meets project scope and technical specifications.
• Enforcing data center‑specific policies and procedures.
• Collaborating with architects, network specialists, and data center clients to address project challenges unique to data centers.
• Leading safety meetings focused on data center operations and maintaining compliance with safety protocols.
• Regularly monitoring data center projects to ensure adherence to company and regulatory standards.
• Holding meetings with project teams to review progress and plan future data center construction activities.
• Providing Quality Control oversight in data center construction projects.
• Demonstrating Yates Core Values and Principles, specifically applied to data center operations.
• Ensuring compliance with the Yates Code of Conduct in data center project environments.
• Upholding Safety Responsibilities and Expectations, tailored to data center construction needs.

Qualifications

• An undergraduate university degree or higher, ideally in a relevant field such as Construction Management, Engineering, or Data Center Management.
• Substantial experience (7‑10 years) in managing data center construction projects.
• Proven track record in handling medium to large data center projects ($100M+).

Requirements

• Proficiency in software relevant to data center project management, such as Primavera, Excel, Word, and MS Project.
• Experience in implementing large and complex safety plans specific to data center environments.
• Strong organizational skills to coordinate data center project teams effectively.
• Effective negotiation and contract‑management skills when dealing with data center clients.
• In‑depth understanding of cost‑reporting methods in data center projects.
• Extensive knowledge of data center construction practices and systems.
• Familiarity with various insurance programs applicable to data center construction sites.
• Exceptional leadership skills in data center project environments.
• Advanced problem‑solving, analytical, and prioritization abilities, with a keen eye for data center details.
• Strategic thinking and technical adeptness, tailored to data center infrastructure.
• Strong interpersonal and excellent written and verbal communication skills for data center project coordination.
• Ability to focus on data center project details while excelling in deadline‑driven environments.
• Proficiency in construction disciplines specific to data centers.
• Skill at working independently, multi‑tasking, and adapting swiftly in fast‑paced data center construction environments.
• Demonstrated business acumen in managing data center projects.
• Ability to adapt, think critically, make decisions, strategize, and lead effectively in data center settings.
• Financial acumen to manage data center project budgets effectively.
• Exceptional time‑management skills tailored to data center project milestones.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to visit and work in construction site environments, including standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, at heights, or in confined spaces as required.

Working Conditions

• Work will be performed in both office and construction site environments.
• May require working extended hours, including nights and weekends, to meet project deadlines and resolve urgent on‑site issues.
• Frequent travel to and from job sites may be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Yates Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal and state law requirements, Yates complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.