Project Manager - Data Center Construction

Cumming Group

$93K — $124K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of construction project management experience, preferably with data center projects.
  • Proven expertise in managing projects through all phases: design, procurement, construction, and closeout.
  • Strong knowledge of data center electrical, mechanical, and critical infrastructure systems.
  • Experience overseeing contractor performance and managing stakeholder relationships.
  • Professional accreditation such as MRICS, AssocRICS, CCP, CEP, or CPE is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all aspects of the data center construction project from design to operational handover.
  • Manage project scope, budget, schedule, contracts, and associated risks.
  • Coordinate and align stakeholder objectives and project activities effectively.
  • Oversee procurement and ensure contractor performance meets project standards.
  • Support compliance with project design reviews and technical requirements.
  • Coordinate all commissioning activities and manage project closeout.
  • Provide regular updates on progress, budget, risks, and milestones to leadership.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
  • Paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Short and long-term disability coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Program available.
Full Job Description
We are hiring a Construction Project Manager to work on a new build data site in Ft. Worth, TX. This role will primarily work on the data hall portion of the data center, housing the racks and coolants. This role coordinates closely with developers, construction managers, design consultants, contractors, commissioning teams, equipment vendors, and operations personnel to manage project interfaces, resolve issues, and ensure seamless integration across all phases of the project. This is a hybrid role. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: • Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of the data center construction project from design through operational handover. • Manage project scope, budget, schedule, contracts, risks, quality, and change management. • Coordinate stakeholders to align project objectives, technical requirements, and construction activities. • Oversee procurement, contractor performance, and construction execution. • Support design reviews, value engineering, and compliance with project standards and applicable codes. • Coordinate commissioning activities, project closeout, documentation, and operational readiness. • Provide regular reporting on project progress, budget, risks, and key milestones to project leadership. • Foster collaboration among project teams to ensure successful delivery of mission-critical infrastructure. Knowledge & Skills Required: • 6+ years of construction project management experience, including mission-critical or data center projects. • Proven experience managing projects through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout. • Knowledge of data center electrical, mechanical, and critical infrastructure systems. • Experience managing contractors, consultants, budgets, schedules, and stakeholder relationships. • Data center experience highly preferred. Preferred Education and Experience: Education: BS in Construction, Cost & Commercial Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field Experience: 4 to 5 years in Cost & Commercial Management or Quantity Surveying with professional accreditation Preferred Certification: Professional accreditation - MRICS, AssocRICS, CCP, CEP, CPE or equivalent #LI-VM1 The salary range for this full-time role is $93,000.00-$124,000.02 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements. In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including: • Medical • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • 401(k) • 401(k) Matching • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Short and long-term disability • Employee Assistance Program

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