Travel Construction Project Manager - Data Center

STO Building Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Life & AD&D Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Identity Theft Protection

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Layton Construction is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead planning, management, and execution of data center construction projects. This role may oversee multiple projects, driving profitability while meeting quality and safety standards and owner expectations.

The successful candidate will coordinate budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and permits, and will collaborate with estimating, procurement, and field teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field.
• Minimum of four or more years project management experience within Data Center Construction.
• Has a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Has an in-depth knowledge of commercial construction processes.
• Understands estimating concepts to verify bids, understand market rates, and process change orders.
• Understands contractual language and concepts and how to protect the company.
• Has a working knowledge of construction laws and practices.
• Reads and understands plans, blueprints, and specifications.
• Knows how to present a professional demeanor in dress and speech.
• Has strong negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of estimates for the project.
• Prepares project budgets and unit cost reports.
• Leads the project team in preparing the project management plan (PMP).
• Participates in value engineering services as appropriate.
• Organizes and conducts pre-award and pre-construction meetings.
• Participates in the negotiation and preparation of project subcontracts.
• Participates in obtaining permits and resolving other regulatory requirements as necessary.
• Prepares a project schedule and develops milestones necessary to successfully complete the project in concert with the project superintendent.
• Obtains plans and specifications and determines their completeness and consistency.
• Assists business development personnel as requested.
• Plans the successful execution of the construction contract.
• Manages project materials and equipment procurement within the project's budget constraints and schedule.
• Develops and monitors project quality, safety, and risk management plans.
• Monitors the project site for cost, safety, quality, and schedule performance with the project superintendent.
• Evaluates the schedule as necessary to meet milestones and financial goals.
• Negotiates owner and subcontractor change orders and manages the resulting cost and profit impact.
• Develops the monthly client pay requests and follows up on collection.
• Controls the payment of job costs and coordinates with the job cost accountant.
• Participates in monthly job cost reviews to declare project status.
• Attends and documents owner and coordination meetings.
• Coordinates final close out procedures for the project.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Negotiation

Team leadership

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management

Equivalent education and experience

Job description

Layton Construction is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead planning, management, and execution of data center construction projects. This role may oversee multiple projects, driving profitability while meeting quality and safety standards and owner expectations.

The successful candidate will coordinate budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and permits, and will collaborate with estimating, procurement, and field teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.