Job Title: Data Center Construction – Project Manager
Compensation: $120K – $165K 
Location: Richmond, VA

About the Role:

Are you ready to take the next step in your career as a Project Manager in the Data Center Construction industry? This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team in managing large-scale, complex infrastructure projects from start to finish. You'll be responsible for overseeing estimating, budgeting, project execution, billing, and collections, while also mentoring and developing your team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with company, client, and project-specific policies

• Promote and enforce safety practices on all job sites

• Develop estimates and review project proposals

• Define project timelines, budgets, and resource plans

• Supervise execution to ensure alignment with scope, schedule, and budget

• Build strong relationships with clients and ensure expectations are met or exceeded

• Coordinate the activities of internal staff and subcontractors

• Manage vendor relationships to secure timely delivery of materials and services

• Lead proactive billing efforts and oversee collections

• Conduct regular site visits to assess project progress and resolve issues

• Forecast financial direction and course-correct as needed

• Develop project scopes, budgets, RFPs, and Change Management documentation

• Provide detailed updates and reports to senior management

• Support workforce planning for labor and materials

• Mentor junior staff and foster their growth and development

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in Electrical Construction Project Management

• 1+ years of experience with IT/Telecom infrastructure builds, including Data Centers

• Knowledge of Data Center electrical distribution, cabling, and white space fit-outs

• Experience with retrofits in operational facilities and critical facility systems

• Excellent communication and leadership skills

• Proficient with scheduling, delegation, and time management

• Strong computer skills and adaptability with new systems

• Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Mission Critical Projects

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field – or a comparable combination of experience, certifications, and/or education (e.g., journeyman or master electrician license)

• PMP or PMI-SP Certification

• Experience with Google Suite, Salesforce, and ConEst

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary: $120K – $165K

• Relocation assistance provided

• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Prescription coverage

• 401(k) with company match

• Life Insurance and AD&D coverage

• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Paid Vacation and Holidays

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Wellness Program

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Katie Wright