Senior Project Manager | Mission Critical / Data Center JN -092026-181720

Goodwin Recruiting; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a Senior Project Manager for mission-critical data center projects in Richmond, VA. You will lead large-scale electrical construction efforts, overseeing the full lifecycle from estimate to closeout, while managing safety, schedule, and budget with strong client relations.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in construction PM, 5+ years in electrical data center projects, and a track record of coordinating multi-disciplinary teams in live facilities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction project management experience.
• 5+ years managing electrical projects on large, complex IT, telecom, or data center infrastructure.
• Hands-on experience with data center electrical distribution, structured cabling, and white space build-outs.

Responsibilities

• Own the full project lifecycle, from estimating and proposal review through execution and closeout.
• Build project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource plans.
• Oversee execution to meet design intent, budget, and schedule goals.
• Visit jobsites regularly to track progress, resolve issues, and support field leadership.
• Lead a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with requirements.

Skills

Project leadership

Electrical project management

Data center infrastructure

Scheduling

Budget management

Client coordination

Team mentoring

Problem solving

Communication

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

PMI-SP or PMP certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction accounting/ERP

Electrical estimating software

Job description

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER – MISSION CRITICAL / DATA CENTER

Electrical Construction | Richmond, VA

Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

About The Opportunity

Our client, a well-established electrical contractor with a national footprint, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale data center and critical facility projects. This is a highly visible, client-facing leadership role reporting to senior operations leadership. The ideal candidate is a relationship builder who can own projects from estimate through closeout, lead teams in the field and the office, and consistently deliver on safety, schedule, and budget. The company offers a collaborative culture, long-term career growth, continued training, and an outstanding benefits package.

What You'll Do

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Own the full project lifecycle, from estimating and proposal review through execution and closeout.
• Build project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource plans.
• Oversee execution to meet design intent, budget, and schedule goals.
• Visit jobsites regularly to track progress, resolve issues, and support field leadership.
• Lead a strong safety culture and make sure all company, client, and project requirements are followed.

Financial Management

• Forecast project financials and adjust course early when needed.
• Drive timely billing and strong cash flow on every project.
• Manage RFPs, change orders, and change management documentation.
• Partner with leadership to plan future labor and material needs.

Client, Team & Vendor Coordination

• Serve as a primary point of contact for customers, keeping expectations clear before, during, and after construction.
• Coordinate internal staff and subcontractors across multiple scopes.
• Work with vendors and suppliers to keep procurement and deliveries on schedule.
• Provide regular status reports and updates to senior leadership.

People Development

• Mentor project managers, engineers, and coordinators to help them grow.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and employees.
• Bring a personal commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

Required

WHAT YOU BRING

• 10+ years of construction project management experience.
• 5+ years managing electrical projects on large, complex IT, telecom, or data center infrastructure.
• Hands‑on experience with data center electrical distribution, structured cabling, and white space build‑outs.
• Experience with retrofit work in live, operating facilities and coordination of multi‑discipline critical systems.
• Strong scheduling, delegation, and organizational skills.
• Calm, solutions‑focused approach under tight deadlines and outside pressure.
• Professional conflict resolution and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. full‑time without sponsorship. Visa sponsorship (including H‑1B) is not available.

Preferred

• Mission critical project experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, Business, or a related field, OR an equivalent combination of experience, certifications, and licensing (such as a journeyman or master electrician license).
• PMP or PMI‑SP certification.
• Experience with construction accounting/ERP and electrical estimating software, plus Microsoft Office.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary, based on experience
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

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