Senior Project Manager - Data Center

W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company; Philadelphia (MS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee data center projects from preconstruction to completion. The SPM will lead teams, manage budgets, and ensure quality and compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have 7-10 years of experience in data center construction and a relevant undergraduate degree. This role involves both office and site work, with a focus on delivering successful outcomes in complex construction environments.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Oversee data center projects from preconstruction to final completion.
• Lead project teams ensuring successful delivery.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and quality control.
• Hold meetings with project teams to review progress.

Skills

Project management

Data center construction

Leadership

Cost management

Negotiation skills

Safety plan implementation

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Data Center Management

Tools

Primavera

MS Project

Excel

Word

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 communicating 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 like 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 skills combined with 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.
• Proficient in construction disciplines specific to data centers.
• Skilled 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.

About Yates Construction

Ranked among the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the country by Engineering News-Record, Yates Construction is family‑owned and provides a wide range of construction and building services. Incorporated in 1964 by William G. Yates Jr., we have steadily grown to become one of the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the nation. We are financially sound with a significant bonding capacity as well as vast personnel and equipment resources. Our portfolio includes commercial and industrial projects from various sectors including arts and culture, civil, commercial, education, entertainment and gaming, federal, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, municipal, retail, and technology. We work hard to understand our client’s business needs and continually look for opportunities to provide additional value to our clients and their projects. Our client relationships are the foundation of our success, and our primary goal is to help each of our clients achieve their vision. We do this by carefully managing the details and complexities of each project and communicating constantly with all team members.

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.