Data Center Project Manager

Hill & Wilkinson General Contractors

$90K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3+ years of commercial construction experience, ideally with 1-2 years in mission critical or data center projects.
  • Familiarity with MEP systems, commissioning processes, and technical coordination.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills for managing multiple priorities.
  • Proficiency in project management software like Procore or MS Project.
  • OSHA 30 Certification preferred.
  • PMP or CM-Lean certification is a plus.
  • Local experience in the Temple market is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the full project lifecycle for mission critical facilities, from planning through closeout.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and procurement logs.
  • Oversee daily operations to ensure project milestones and quality standards are met.
  • Support MEP coordination, managing submittals, RFIs, and system integration.
  • Participate in commissioning, startup, and turnover processes with agents and vendors.
  • Conduct Method of Procedure (MOP) meetings for live facility work.
  • Collaborate with preconstruction and estimating teams to align budgets and strategies.
  • Monitor project performance and communicate progress and issues to leadership.

Benefits

  • Full-time employment with career advancement opportunities.
  • Engagement in technically demanding and impactful projects.
  • Work in a collaborative environment with strong relationships across teams.
  • Emphasis on jobsite safety standards and training.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Project Manager - Data Center / Mission Critical Construction

Location: Temple Texas

Reports To: Vice President of Construction

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are looking for a driven and experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of data center and mission critical construction projects in the Temple area. This role involves managing day-to-day project execution, with an emphasis on MEP coordination, schedule management, and quality control. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of leading field teams and subcontractors in fast-paced, technically demanding environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the full project lifecycle for mission critical facilities, from early planning through closeout.
  • Develop, update, and maintain project schedules, budgets, procurement logs, and coordination plans.
  • Oversee daily operations, ensuring milestones are met and project standards are upheld.
  • Support MEP coordination efforts, including tracking submittals, managing RFIs, and assisting with system integration.
  • Participate in commissioning, startup, and turnover processes in coordination with third-party agents and vendors.
  • Assist with preparing and conducting Method of Procedure (MOP) meetings for live facility work.
  • Work closely with preconstruction and estimating teams to align budgets and execution strategies.
  • Monitor project performance and communicate progress, issues, and solutions to leadership and clients.
  • Build strong relationships with owners, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
  • Promote and enforce strict jobsite safety standards in accordance with OSHA and company policies.
  • Ensure all project documentation, closeout materials, and punch list items are completed accurately and on time.

  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3+ years of commercial construction experience, with at least 1-2 years on mission critical or data center projects preferred.
  • Familiarity with MEP systems, commissioning processes, and technical coordination.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Proficiency in project management software such as Procore, MS Project, or similar tools.
  • OSHA 30 Certification preferred.
  • PMP or CM-Lean certification is a plus.
  • Local experience in the Temple market is a strong advantage.


  • Thank you so much for considering H&W as your next career opportunity. We truly value the time and effort you have taken to explore our company and submit your resume. Your skills and experiences are highly respected, we will review your application and get back with you shortly.

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