Senior Project Manager - Data Center

Position Overview

Gilbane is seeking a Senior Project Manager - Data Center to serve as the on-site manager responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of a large, complex data center construction project. The role primarily operates on the job site with occasional travel to the office for trainings and meetings. As part of a Top-10 ENR Contractor with 45 offices and a long-standing reputation, you will have the opportunity to contribute to projects that build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas, and more. Gilbane values a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop the project safety plan in collaboration with corporate safety and provide jobsite leadership.
• Establish project controls and procedures to manage complex project requirements and mitigate high-risk contract items.
• Manage project financial forecasts, billing, and contract notice provisions while taking corrective actions for any deviations.
• Create and manage project-specific quality and closeout plans in alignment with contract documents.
• Lead and motivate the project team, supervising project administration, superintendents, and engineers to set operational priorities.
• Develop subcontracting strategies including scope reviews to maintain the integrity of the buyout process.
• Implement and enforce all contract aspects, develop risk mitigation plans, and prepare necessary contracts, agreements, and purchase orders.
• Oversee insurance enrollment and bond compliance for trade contractors.
• Lead the development of project estimates and coordinate with both the project and estimating teams to meet contractual obligations.
• Conduct constructability and coordination reviews, create CPM schedules, and proactively address potential schedule impacts.
• Develop insights into local market areas to craft and lead effective networking strategies.
• Collaborate with business development to align project performance with sales strategies and strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships.
• Foster career development and coach team members within a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Translate organizational strategy for team understanding and execute strategic goals.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• 8-12 years of field construction experience on projects of $100M+.
• Hyperscale Data Center experience is required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong technical and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with industry standard software and Microsoft Office (preferred).

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: The pay ranges from $148,800 - $225,000 based on geographic location, skills, education, and experience.
• Benefits: Competitive health and welfare benefits, plus a generous profit-sharing/401k retirement program.
• Access to multi-dimensional training through the award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills.
• A comprehensive total compensation package that underscores Gilbane’s commitment to your professional growth.