Construction Manager - Large Data Center Projects + Thermal + AC Power

United States·Abilenemid

Construction ManagerConstruction & Real Estate

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Key Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of construction from site preparation through commissioning for large-scale data center projects.

Requirements Summary

Proactively identify and manage potential risks, safety issues, and design conflicts; implement mitigation strategies promptly.

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Vertiv is seeking a highly experienced and driven Construction Manager to oversee the execution of large-scale data center construction projects across the United States. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the on-site construction process, equipment deployment, commissioning, and site service activities, ensuring adherence to project specifications, and governing all licensed trade workmanship, safety standards, budgets, and timelines. This position demands strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of mission-critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

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→Project Oversight: Manage all aspects of construction from site preparation through commissioning for large-scale data center projects.
→Licensing: Obtain and maintain General Contractor’s license on behalf of Vertiv in applicable jurisdictions.
→Vendor Management: Oversee general contractors, subcontractors and third-party vendors, ensuring compliance with licensing, scope, schedule, and quality standards.
→Schedule and Budget Management: Monitor construction schedules and budgets, providing regular updates to stakeholders and taking corrective action as needed.
→Quality Assurance: Ensure all construction work complies with company standards, client requirements, and applicable codes and regulations.
→Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify and manage potential risks, safety issues, and design conflicts; implement mitigation strategies promptly.
→Establish and maintain productive working relationships with GC leadership, superintendents, project managers, MEP trades, and customer representatives.
→Attend daily GC coordination meetings and communicate execution priorities, constraints, and escalation items.
→Coordinate work sequencing between Vertiv resources and GC-controlled activities.
→Manage issue resolution related to access, logistics, schedule conflicts, workforce coordination, and trade interfaces.
→Participate in look-ahead planning and schedule recovery discussions.
→Manage Vertiv site personnel, subcontractors, service technicians, and field leadership resources.
→Coordinate manpower requirements to support construction and commissioning milestones.
→Ensure site resources have required access, training, safety certifications, and customer onboarding completed.
→Support mobilization and demobilization activities.
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Maintain accurate labor forecasts and resource plans.

Requirements

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Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
7+ years of construction management experience.
Strong understanding of MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) systems and civil/structural construction.
Proven ability to manage large-scale construction projects with values exceeding $20M.
Excellent knowledge of construction safety practices and OSHA regulations.
Familiarity with construction management software (e.g., Procore, CX Alloy, Primavera, MS Project).
Willingness to travel extensively within the U.S. and remain on-site for extended durations.
Currently holds a General Contractors license in any of the following jurisdictions: Mississippi, Arizona, New Mexico, California, Louisiana, Virginia, and Oregon.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3+ years of construction management experience in the mission critical or data center industry.
- PMP, CCM, or equivalent construction/project management certifications.
- Experience with prefabrication, modular builds, or fast-track construction methodologies.
- Previous experience working for or with Vertiv or similar data center infrastructure providers.