Senior Project Manager - Greenfield Data Center Construction

iRecruit.co; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% of health insurance premiums paid

50% of dental coverage paid

401(k) with generous matching

80 hours vacation and paid holidays

Job summary

A leading construction management firm is looking for an experienced Construction Manager to oversee a $6B hyperscale data center project in Amarillo, TX. This role involves managing the entire project lifecycle, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery. Candidates should have over 15 years of construction management experience, with a strong background in data centers and the ability to lead diverse teams. Benefits include paid health insurance, retirement contributions, and generous leave policies.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in construction management, including data center experience.
• Strong background in contracting, architecture, or engineering.
• Deep understanding of MEP systems and data center best practices.

Responsibilities

• Command the entire project lifecycle from pre-construction through commissioning.
• Drive master project schedule and mitigate risks.
• Lead coordination between ownership, contractors, and architects.

Skills

Construction management

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Job description

Location: Amarillo, TX (Onsite — 5 days a week) Compensation: $175,000 - $200,000 total compensation package Project: Confidential $6B Greenfield Hyperscale Data Center (3-year program)

Own the Build. Lead the Impossible. Deliver the Future.

We’re recruiting for an elite construction management firm — known in the data center industry for delivering some of the most complex, high-stakes, and high-profile projects in the country. Their leadership team and client roster are a who's who of hyperscale, enterprise, and colocation providers. This is your chance to lead a $6B flagship data center project in Amarillo, TX, from pre-construction through commissioning.

This isn’t just another PM role — it’s an opportunity to put your stamp on one of the largest greenfield data center builds in North America, while working alongside a team known for its award-winning culture, strategic rigor, and collaborative leadership style.

What You’ll Own

• Command the entire project lifecycle, from pre-construction through commissioning, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and on-quality delivery.
• Drive the master project schedule, managing critical path activities, and proactively mitigating risks.
• Lead coordination between ownership, contractors, consultants, architects, and permitting authorities.
• Oversee budgeting, cost control, change orders, and financial accountability.
• Enforce safety protocols, quality standards, and data center-specific construction best practices.
• Manage all permitting, zoning, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee commissioning, systems testing, and handover to operations.

What We’re Looking For

• 15+ years in construction management, including direct data center project experience.
• Strong background in general contracting, architecture, or engineering.
• Deep understanding of MEP systems, mission-critical infrastructure, and data center best practices.
• Ability to influence teams and stakeholders without direct authority.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to zoom out while also diving into details as needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including active listening and clear articulation of ideas.

About the Company

A nationally recognized, award-winning firm with a proven track record of delivering complex, mission-critical infrastructure projects across the U.S. Recognized as a Great Place to Work®, Inc. 5000 fastest-growing company, and data center industry leader. The firm operates at the intersection of construction management, development, brokerage, and investment services, providing clients with end-to-end solutions.

Their culture is built on trust, collaboration, and entrepreneurship, creating an environment where professionals thrive, innovate, and lead impactful projects.

Benefits Overview

• 50% of employee & family health insurance premiums paid.
• 50% of employee dental coverage paid.
• 100% employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance (up to $50,000).
• 401(k) with generous matching.
• 80 hours vacation, 40 hours sick leave, and paid holidays (including one floating holiday).

Limitless career growth opportunities in a high-impact, high-visibility role.