Data Center - Sr. Construction Manager

AFL provides industry-leading fiber optic products and services across the globe. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and now we manufacture over two thousand products, employ over 5,000 associates and consistently generate annual sales in excess of a billion-dollars in revenue.  With our commitment to professional growth and employee development, let AFL “Connect” you to your next career opportunity!

 

Job Summary – Data Center Construction Manager 

The Data Center Sr Construction Manager leads fast paced infrastructure build outs, upgrades, and expansion projects within hyperscale, enterprise, and colocation data centers. This role executes project plans by coordinating and scheduling assignments, managing materials logistics, equipment, contractors, and tools required to deliver projects on time and within budget. The position requires proactive communication, detailed planning, and strong collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring all construction and installation activities meet customer expectations, datacenter standards, and compliance requirements. 

 

 Responsibilities 

Project & Team Leadership 

• Reports directly to the Operations Manager and leads onsite construction and installation teams. 

• Coordinates daytoday activities for electrical, mechanical, cabling, commissioning, and general construction crews. 

• Conducts daily safety briefings, JSA’s, toolbox talks, and enforces adherence to all site safety requirements. 

Technical Execution 

• Oversees the installation and integration of data center systems including: 
  rack/stack hardware, structured cabling, fiber systems, PDUs, busway, grounding, containment systems, HVAC components, and power distribution equipment. 

• Working knowledge of AC/DC power systems, UPS systems, battery strings, generators, and -48Vdc power. 

• Ability to lead crews through complex tasks on active datacenter floors and equipment rooms. 

• Demonstrated proficiency in at least one area: 
  structured cabling, fiber splicing/testing, electrical/conduit installation, mechanical systems, or equipment commissioning. 

Testing, Quality, & Documentation 

• Working knowledge of test equipment including OTDR, power meters, fiber certification testers, thermal imaging tools, circuit analyzers, and other commissioning gear. 

• Ability to evaluate test results, troubleshoot infrastructure faults, respond to trouble tickets, and support maintenance activities. 

• Conduct site surveys, quality assurance reviews, punchlist walkdowns, and verify construction meets design and customer standards. 

• Prepare daily/weekly progress reports, feasibility assessments, and project documentation. 

Project Coordination 

• Manage material procurement, storage, and onsite logistics. 

• Ensure all installation work aligns with engineering drawings, MOPs, and datacenter operational requirements. 

• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, network engineering, commissioning agents, and facility operations to identify and resolve issues. 

• Provide customer support, including direct communication during builds, guidance on issue resolution, and management of customer expectations. 

• Ensure compliance with company Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) policies. 

 

Personal Qualities