Traveling Construction Project Manager (Data Centers & Controls)Preferred Home Base: Charlotte, NC
Travel: Extensive Travel Required
Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Company: JSET Automated Technologies
Position OverviewJSET is seeking an experienced Traveling Construction Project Manager to support data center and mission-critical infrastructure projects across the Midwest and Southern United States.
This is a field-based leadership role responsible for managing projects from startup through turnover while actively directing field personnel, subcontractors, vendors, and overall project execution on active construction sites.
Project Managers on our national team are embedded in the field and are expected to lead project execution, manage field staff, solve problems, drive schedules, and maintain strong relationships with customers and trade partners throughout the project lifecycle.
Candidates should be comfortable deploying to project sites for extended durations and traveling wherever project needs require.
What You'll Do- Lead controls and data center construction projects from startup through turnover
- Direct and manage field technicians, foremen, subcontractors, and vendors
- Establish daily and weekly priorities for field teams
- Manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and overall project performance
- Coordinate manpower planning, material procurement, and resource allocation
- Review contracts, drawings, specifications, and project requirements
- Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, billing, and project documentation
- Track project risks, resolve field issues, and drive timely decision-making
- Conduct regular jobsite walks and actively manage project execution in the field
- Support commissioning, startup, and turnover activities
- Maintain safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle
- Utilize Procore and other project management tools to maintain project visibility and documentation
You'll Be a Great Fit If You Have Experience In:- Electrical construction project management
- Industrial construction project management
- Data center construction
- Mission-critical construction environments
- Controls, automation, or Building Automation Systems (BAS)
- Managing field technicians, foremen, and subcontractors
- Electrical, low-voltage, or systems integration projects
- Coordinating construction schedules, manpower, procurement, and project execution
- Leading projects from startup through commissioning and turnover
Candidates Often Come From Backgrounds Such As:- Electrical Project Manager
- Controls Project Manager
- Industrial Construction Project Manager
- Traveling Construction Project Manager
- Electrical Superintendent looking to move into project management
- Construction Manager
- Mission-Critical Construction Project Manager
- Building Automation (BAS/BMS) Project Manager
- Data Center Construction Project Manager
Successful candidates are typically individuals who enjoy leading field teams, solving construction challenges, coordinating multiple stakeholders, and taking ownership of project execution from kickoff through turnover.
Required Qualifications- 5+ years of construction project management experience in electrical, controls, industrial, manufacturing, mission-critical, or similar construction environments
- Experience managing direct field labor, subcontractors, and active construction projects
- Proven experience managing project schedules, budgets, forecasting, procurement, and customer relationships
- Strong understanding of construction means and methods
- Experience with RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and cost tracking
- Experience utilizing Procore or similar construction management software
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities
- Valid driver's license
- Ability and willingness to travel extensively based on project needs
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS), Building Management Systems (BMS), or Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS)
- Experience managing data center, mission-critical, industrial, or electrical construction projects
- Experience supporting commissioning and startup activities
- Experience with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling software
- Knowledge of controls systems, low-voltage systems, or industrial automation
Benefits- Competitive Salary
- Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities
- Company Vehicle
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Exposure to Large-Scale Data Center and Mission-Critical Projects
- Travel and Project Deployment Opportunities Across the United States
Work Environment- Primarily field-based role supporting active construction projects
- Deployment to project sites throughout the Midwest and Southern United States
- Daily interaction with field technicians, foremen, subcontractors, customers, and project stakeholders
- Frequent presence on data center and industrial job sites
- Regular use of Procore, project management software, and mobile technology in the field
- Fast-paced environment supporting multiple project priorities
- Extended project assignments and travel are a core function of the role
