Senior Project Manager – Data Center Construction

Industry: Construction | Electrical Infrastructure | Mission Critical Facilities
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager – Data Center Construction to lead large-scale, complex electrical construction projects within the rapidly growing data center and mission-critical infrastructure industry.

This leadership position is responsible for overseeing all phases of project execution, including estimating, budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, subcontractor coordination, financial management, and team development.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing electrical construction projects involving critical power infrastructure, electrical distribution systems, and data center installations. This individual must demonstrate strong leadership, technical expertise, financial oversight, and the ability to successfully deliver complex projects on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of large-scale data center electrical construction projects from inception through completion.

• Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource requirements.

• Oversee electrical installations, critical power infrastructure, and white space fit-outs.

• Coordinate project activities among internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

• Conduct regular site visits to monitor construction progress, ensure quality, and resolve project challenges.

• Ensure projects meet design specifications, contractual requirements, budgets, and established timelines.

• Maintain compliance with all applicable safety regulations, project requirements, and company policies.

• Manage construction activities and retrofits within active, operational data center environments.

Financial Management & Project Controls

• Prepare and review project estimates, proposals, and budgets.

• Monitor project profitability, costs, cash flow, and financial performance.

• Oversee billing, collections, and financial forecasting.

• Identify potential project risks and implement corrective measures to maintain financial objectives.

• Manage Requests for Proposals (RFPs), change orders, and change management documentation.

• Provide accurate project reporting, financial updates, and performance forecasts to senior leadership.

Leadership & Client Relations

• Lead, mentor, and develop project management personnel and supporting teams.

• Establish clear expectations, delegate responsibilities, and ensure accountability for project deliverables.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

• Partner with clients throughout the project lifecycle to ensure expectations are understood and achieved.

• Collaborate with senior leadership to forecast labor, materials, equipment, and future project needs.

• Promote continuous improvement in project execution, operational efficiency, and team performance.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction project management experience, including managing large-scale, complex construction projects.

• 5+ years of electrical project management experience involving complex electrical or critical power infrastructure projects, including data center installations.

• Demonstrated experience with data center electrical distribution systems, structured cabling, and white space fit-outs.

• Experience managing electrical retrofits within operational facilities and coordinating across critical facility systems.

• Strong understanding of electrical construction processes, scheduling, estimating, budgeting, and project financial management.

• Proven ability to manage subcontractors, vendors, project teams, and multiple competing priorities.

• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to perform effectively under tight deadlines and in fast-paced construction environments.

• Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to anticipate challenges and implement effective solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous project management experience in mission-critical facilities or large-scale data center construction.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, Business, or a related discipline.

• An equivalent combination of relevant education, electrical trade certifications, and industry experience will be considered.

• Journeyman or Master Electrician license.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) certification.

• Experience using COINS, ConEst, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams on technically complex electrical infrastructure projects.

Compensation & Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package is offered, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and prescription drug insurance with employer-paid premiums.

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.

• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Paid vacation and holidays.

• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

• Employee wellness programs.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a seasoned electrical construction project management professional with direct experience delivering large-scale data center and mission-critical infrastructure projects. They bring a combination of hands-on technical knowledge, financial management expertise, and strong leadership capabilities.

Success in this role requires the ability to manage complex electrical installations, lead high-performing teams, maintain strong client relationships, and consistently deliver projects safely, efficiently, and profitably.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process.

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

Amy Smith