Senior Project Manager (Inside Plant)

Equiliem; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Equiliem is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale data center infrastructure projects from planning to completion across Texas. You will manage budgets, schedules, and resources while maintaining client communication and project profitability.

The role requires 7+ years in telecom, cabling, or data center projects, strong leadership, and experience with Primavera P6, NetSuite, and Procore. Travel and extended hours may be required to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience managing telecommunications, structured cabling, construction, or data center infrastructure projects.
• Experience leading large-scale structured cabling installations for enterprise or hyperscale data center environments.
• Previous people management, leadership, and team development experience required.
• Proven experience building customer relationships and generating new business opportunities.
• Strong knowledge of data center infrastructure, including racks, cabinets, cage systems, containment, grounding, conveyance systems, and structured cabling.
• Thorough understanding of construction practices, job site safety requirements, and security protocols.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, site drawings, diagrams, and perform project take-offs.
• Knowledge of cable standards, testing procedures, documentation requirements, labeling methods, and installation best practices.
• Strong project planning, budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and cost management skills.
• Excellent customer service, communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and time management abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Primavera P6, NetSuite, and Procore.
• Experience with Microsoft Visio, Bluebeam, and Adobe Acrobat is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale data center installation projects from planning through completion.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope of work (SOW), BOM, scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning.
• Manage project profitability by monitoring budgets, labor, materials, and project costs.
• Serve as the primary customer contact throughout the project lifecycle, providing regular updates and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Build and maintain relationships with existing customers while identifying and developing new business opportunities.
• Prepare accurate project estimates, quotations, and emergency service responses.
• Coordinate procurement, material tracking, scheduling, and workforce allocation.
• Collaborate with field teams, management, customers, and vendors to ensure project milestones and quality standards are achieved.
• Conduct quality assurance inspections and oversee compliance with safety standards and installation requirements.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings, project status meetings, and customer coordination activities.
• Prepare complete and accurate project closeout documentation.
• Partner with HR to support recruiting, employee development, retention, and performance evaluations.
• Mentor, train, and develop project teams while identifying opportunities for skill development and continuous improvement.
• Promote a positive work environment through effective communication, leadership, and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, project requirements, and industry best practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

Leadership

Customer relations

Cost control

Education

High School diploma or GED

Coursework in Electronics/Telecommunications/Construction Management/PM

PMP/RCDD/DCDC certifications preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Primavera P6

NetSuite

Procore

Microsoft Visio

Bluebeam

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Job Summary

The Senior Project Manager (ISP) is responsible for leading large-scale data center infrastructure projects from planning through completion. This role oversees project execution, customer communication, budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, quality assurance, and financial performance while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. The Senior Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for customers, builds and maintains client relationships, identifies new business opportunities, and collaborates with internal teams to support operational excellence. This position also provides leadership through hiring, mentoring, training, and developing team members while ensuring compliance with established processes, safety standards, and organizational objectives. Travel throughout Texas and extended work hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, may be required based on business needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale data center installation projects from planning through completion.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope of work (SOW), bill of materials (BOM), scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning.
• Manage project profitability by monitoring budgets, labor, materials, and project costs.
• Serve as the primary customer contact throughout the project lifecycle, providing regular updates and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Build and maintain relationships with existing customers while identifying and developing new business opportunities.
• Prepare accurate project estimates, quotations, and emergency service responses.
• Coordinate procurement, material tracking, scheduling, and workforce allocation.
• Collaborate with field teams, management, customers, and vendors to ensure project milestones and quality standards are achieved.
• Conduct quality assurance inspections and oversee compliance with safety standards and installation requirements.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings, project status meetings, and customer coordination activities.
• Prepare complete and accurate project closeout documentation.
• Partner with Human Resources to support recruiting, employee development, retention, and performance evaluations.
• Mentor, train, and develop project teams while identifying opportunities for skill development and continuous improvement.
• Promote a positive work environment through effective communication, leadership, and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, project requirements, and industry best practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience managing telecommunications, structured cabling, construction, or data center infrastructure projects.
• Experience leading large-scale structured cabling installations for enterprise or hyperscale data center environments.
• Previous people management, leadership, and team development experience required.
• Proven experience building customer relationships and generating new business opportunities.
• Strong knowledge of data center infrastructure, including racks, cabinets, cage systems, containment, grounding, conveyance systems, and structured cabling.
• Thorough understanding of construction practices, job site safety requirements, and security protocols.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, site drawings, diagrams, and perform project take-offs.
• Knowledge of cable standards, testing procedures, documentation requirements, labeling methods, and installation best practices.
• Strong project planning, budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and cost management skills.
• Excellent customer service, communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and time management abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Primavera P6, NetSuite, and Procore.
• Experience with Microsoft Visio, Bluebeam, and Adobe Acrobat is preferred.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform physical activities including climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and working in varying weather conditions.

Education

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Coursework or training in Electronics, Telecommunications, Construction Management, or Project Management preferred.
• Industry certifications such as PMP, RCDD, or DCDC are preferred.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

Additional Job Details (Commute, Attendance, etc.)

• Position requires onsite work at office and customer locations throughout Texas.
• Frequent travel to major cities within Texas is required.
• Extended work hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and off-hours, may be required to support project and customer needs.

About Equiliem

Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.

Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.

For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
• Payroll Payment Options

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