Balfour Beatty US

Project Manager | Data Center

Balfour Beatty US$125K — $155K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
  • 10+ years of construction experience, particularly in MEP coordination and preconstruction.
  • Demonstrable success in managing data center projects.
  • In-depth knowledge of building codes and MEP systems.
  • Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all aspects of MEP systems management including buying, procurement, coordination, and commissioning.
  • Manage MEP and commissioning schedules, scopes of work, and subcontractor strategies.
  • Oversee constructability reviews and maintain quality control plans.
  • Act as the primary liaison with owners and commissioning agents for project success.
  • Drive project delivery, budget adherence, and performance across all project phases.

Benefits

  • Work on high-profile, technically complex projects.
  • Be part of a company recognized for safety, sustainability, and innovation.
  • Collaborative culture that values integrity and continuous learning.
  • Opportunities for competitive compensation and career development.
Full Job Description
Are you a seasoned construction professional with a passion for mission-critical environments? Balfour Beatty is seeking a Mission Critical Project Manager to lead complex data center construction projects in Northern Virginia, one of the fastest-growing tech corridors in the country. This is your opportunity to work on high-impact infrastructure that powers the digital world. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, have deep MEP coordination experience, and are ready to lead cutting-edge builds, we want to hear from you. Data Center experience is required for this role. Essential Functions • Lead all aspects of MEP systems management including buyout, procurement, coordination, and commissioning. • Approve and manage MEP and commissioning schedules, scopes of work, and subcontractor strategies. • Oversee constructability reviews, BIM coordination, and quality control plans. • Serve as the primary liaison with owners and commissioning agents to ensure project excellence. • Drive project delivery, budget adherence, and schedule performance across all phases. Minimum requirements • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred. • 10+ years of experience in construction, with a strong focus on MEP coordination and preconstruction. • Proven success managing data center projects. • Deep understanding of building codes, mechanical/electrical/plumbing systems, and commissioning processes. • Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with hyperscale or colocation data centers. • Familiarity with BIM tools, commissioning software, and lean construction practices. • PMP or similar certification is a plus. Why Balfour Beatty? • Work on high-profile, technically complex projects that shape the digital world. • Join a company recognized for safety, sustainability, and innovation. • Thrive in a culture that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous learning. • Competitive compensation, benefits, and career development opportunities. Pay Rate: $125,000-155,000/year *This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, incentive, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law and any applicable plan documents.

About Balfour Beatty US

Balfour Beatty US is a construction and engineering company that provides a wide range of services to clients in the United States. The company is a subsidiary of Balfour Beatty plc, a UK-based construction and infrastructure company. Balfour Beatty US offers services in a variety of sectors, including commercial, healthcare, education, and transportation. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia and has offices throughout the United States. Balfour Beatty US is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about Balfour Beatty US
Size
26,000 employees
Industry
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