Job Description
Now Hiring: Senior Construction Manager (Data Centers)
Dallas, TX or Lubbock, TX| 75–100% Travel Across the U.S.
Must be located near a major U.S. airport
A leading Owner’s Representative firm in the hyperscale data center market is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager to lead the delivery of complex, mission-critical projects across the United States.
This role is designed for a senior construction professional who excels at owner representation, program leadership, and field execution , and who wants to play a key role in shaping how large-scale data center projects are delivered from design through turnover.
The Role
As a Senior Construction Manager , you will oversee large-scale or multi-site mission-critical construction programs, acting as a trusted advisor to clients and executive stakeholders. You will translate strategic objectives into executable construction plans while ensuring scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety targets are consistently met.
Operating with a high degree of autonomy, you will lead multidisciplinary teams, resolve complex technical and contractual challenges, and mentor construction managers and engineers while driving alignment with best-in-class construction standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent the owner’s interests across all phases of mission-critical construction projects
- Translate strategic objectives into tactical construction plans across multiple concurrent projects
- Lead design coordination, procurement, construction execution, and turnover activities
- Serve as a subject matter expert in mission-critical construction and commissioning readiness
- Direct field execution to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, codes, and safety standards
- Oversee contractor performance, change management, cost control, and schedule forecasting
- Coordinate closely with design, commissioning, and operations teams to ensure seamless project delivery
- Drive proactive risk identification and resolution to protect schedule and budget
- Produce and present executive-level dashboards, KPIs, and performance reports
- Mentor and develop junior and mid-level construction managers
- Champion continuous improvement, lessons learned, and process standardization
Technology, Innovation & Digital Delivery
- Lead the strategic use of digital construction platforms and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency, forecasting, documentation, and reporting
- Support adoption of advanced analytics, visualization tools, and digital project controls
- Promote a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and scalable delivery
What We’re Looking For
- Strong working knowledge of commissioning processes for electrical, mechanical, and controls systems in mission-critical environments
- Proven experience managing complex, high-value construction programs as an owner’s representative
- Deep understanding of MOPs, QA/QC, HSE requirements, and commissioning standards
- Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary teams across multiple projects
- Confident communicator with the ability to engage both technical teams and executive stakeholders
- Strong commercial acumen, including change management and risk mitigation
- Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore
- Ability to work independently, under pressure, and in fast-paced environments
Experience & Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
- OR hands-on experience in MEP or controls installation, testing, and validation
- 8+ years of additional relevant experience in mission-critical or complex construction environments
Travel & Logistics
- 75–100% travel across the U.S. unless assigned to a long-term project
- Willingness to relocate within 1–3 months if required
- Valid driver’s license and REAL ID or passport
- Relocation assistance available
What’s on Offer
- Highly competitive compensation, often exceeding market benchmarks
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO, including additional paid time off at year-end
- Paid parental leave
- Professional development, tuition reimbursement, and licensing support
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