Senior Project Manager – Data Center Construction
Are you seeking an exciting new opportunity to excel as a Senior Project Manager in the Data Center Construction sector?
In this pivotal role, you will take charge of a team overseeing the delivery of large-scale data center projects. Working directly with senior leadership, you will manage various aspects including project planning, execution, budgeting, billing, and team development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with organizational, client, and project-specific policies.
- Uphold safety standards and adherence to national protocols on job sites.
- Develop and review project estimates and proposals.
- Establish comprehensive timelines, allocate resources effectively, and monitor budgets.
- Supervise project execution, ensuring all design, schedule, and budget requirements are met.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to manage expectations throughout project lifecycles.
- Oversee the coordination of staff and subcontractor activities.
- Engage with vendors to ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials.
- Drive efficient billing and proactive collection strategies.
- Conduct on-site visits to assess progress and resolve issues.
- Foster robust relationships with both clients and team members.
- Assist leadership in workforce and material planning for future projects.
- Provide regular updates and detailed reports to senior management.
- Perform financial forecasting to maintain alignment with project goals.
- Develop project scopes and budgets, manage RFPs, and handle change orders.
- Mentor team members to encourage their growth and development.
- Demonstrate an internal commitment to continuous professional improvement.
Qualifications and Skills:
Required:
- A minimum of 10 years in construction project management.
- Over 5 years specializing in electrical project management for large-scale IT/telecommunications infrastructure, particularly data centers.
- Familiarity with data center electrical distribution systems, cabling, and white space configurations.
- Experience working on retrofits within operational facilities and coordinating cross-discipline critical systems.
- Proficiency with technology and adaptability to new systems.
- Calm, effective decision-making under deadlines and external pressures.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Expertise in scheduling, delegation, and timely task completion.
- Skilled in conflict resolution and problem-solving.
Preferred:
- Hands-on experience in mission-critical projects.
- A degree in project management, construction management, business, engineering, or a related field—or equivalent education, certifications, and experience (e.g., journeyman/master electrician’s license).
- Certifications such as PMP or PMI-SP.
- Knowledge of tools like Google Suite, Salesforce, and ConEst.
Perks and Benefits:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and prescription insurance coverage.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Profit-sharing opportunities.
- Employee stock ownership program.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement and wellness programs.
We are Thor Companies, a recruitment agency dedicated to hiring exceptional talent for our mission-critical clients. This opportunity is based in Richmond, Virginia.
