Sr. Project Manager/Owner’s Rep, Development

T5 Data Centers; Northlake (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

T5 Data Centers seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex data center development projects from design through turnover. You will act as the primary owner representative, overseeing safety, quality, schedule, budget, and stakeholder management across consultants, contractors, and internal teams.

You will mentor junior project team members, manage risks, and drive process improvements while coordinating with cross-functional groups to meet customer commitments and operational requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of project management experience in construction, development, or mission-critical environments.
• General contracting, owner's representative, or developer-side experience required.
• Data center experience strongly preferred.
• Experience managing large-scale, complex construction projects and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple concurrent development and construction projects from inception through completion.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and financial reporting using Yardi, Procore, and related tools.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, identify risks, and implement recovery plans when needed.
• Oversee design development and ensure alignment with lease commitments, operational requirements, and project objectives.
• Lead procurement efforts, contract negotiations, change order management, and consultant/vendor selection.
• Monitor construction progress, safety performance, quality standards, and commissioning activities.
• Prepare and present executive-level project reporting, including budget, schedule, and risk updates.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Procurement, Construction, and Operations teams to ensure project alignment.
• Mentor Project Managers, Coordinators, and other project team members.
• Support the development and implementation of project management best practices and standards.
• Travel as required

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Yardi

Procore

Microsoft Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Bluebeam

Job description

Company Description

Forever On! From the start in 2008, T5 has been focused on supporting enterprise and hyperscale customers with customized data center solutions. Today, we remain dedicated to an unrivaled level of quality that extends across the lifecycle of the core data center ranging from customized turnkey development, facilities management and data center operations to customized construction needs worldwide!

Company Description

Forever On! From the start in 2008, T5 has been focused on supporting enterprise and hyperscale customers with customized data center solutions. Today, we remain dedicated to an unrivaled level of quality that extends across the lifecycle of the core data center ranging from customized turnkey development, facilities management and data center operations to customized construction needs worldwide!

The world’s biggest companies trust T5 with their data center operations.

At T5, our success is fueled by our team. With over 400 engineers, technicians and professional staff, we’re proud to foster an inclusive culture of excellence and progression that’s dedicated to serving our customers

• Commitment to Diversity & Military Veterans
• Battle-Tested Leadership Experience
• 100% Data Center Focused
• Owner-Operator Mindset

The Senior Project Manager leads the planning, execution, and delivery of complex data center development projects from design through commissioning and turnover. This role serves as the primary owner representative, accountable for project safety, quality, schedule, budget, and stakeholder management.

The Senior Project Manager oversees consultants, contractors, and internal teams, ensuring projects meet customer commitments, operational requirements, and company objectives. This individual proactively manages project risks, financial performance, and executive reporting while mentoring junior project team members and driving process improvements across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple concurrent development and construction projects from inception through completion
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and financial reporting using Yardi, Procore, and related tools
• Develop and maintain project schedules, identify risks, and implement recovery plans when needed
• Oversee design development and ensure alignment with lease commitments, operational requirements, and project objectives
• Lead procurement efforts, contract negotiations, change order management, and consultant/vendor selection
• Monitor construction progress, safety performance, quality standards, and commissioning activities
• Prepare and present executive-level project reporting, including budget, schedule, and risk updates
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Procurement, Construction, and Operations teams to ensure project alignment
• Mentor Project Managers, Coordinators, and other project team members
• Support the development and implementation of project management best practices and standards
• Travel as required

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of project management experience in construction, development, or mission-critical environments
• General contracting, owner's representative, or developer-side experience required
• Data center experience strongly preferred
• Experience managing large-scale, complex construction projects and cross-functional teams

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Competencies

• Strong understanding of construction management, project controls, budgeting, scheduling, and contract administration
• Proficiency in Yardi, Procore, Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Bluebeam, and related software
• Demonstrated leadership, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Strong business acumen and experience presenting to executive leadership

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods
• Regular computer use requiring hand, wrist, and visual focus
• Ability to read screens, plans, and detailed technical documents
• Occasional lifting of 10–20 lbs (plans, samples, field gear)
• Ability to move through office spaces for meetings and collaboration
• Clear verbal communication for in‑person, virtual, and on‑site coordination
• Ability to walk, stand, and navigate active construction sites, including uneven surfaces and stairs
• Ability to wear required PPE during site visits
• Tolerance for varying site conditions (heat, cold, noise, dust)
• Ability to visually assess construction progress and installations

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.