Project Manager with Data Center Experience

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in data center construction to lead mission-critical projects. This role owns the project from preconstruction through commissioning — managing schedule, budget, subcontractors, owner relationships, and closeout. You will work alongside our in-house superintendents and trade crews and interface directly with owners, engineers, and commissioning teams. This is a high-accountability role for someone who has done it before and knows how to deliver in a demanding environment.
Key Responsibilities•     Own full project lifecycle from preconstruction through final commissioning and closeout on data center and mission-critical construction projects•     Manage project schedules, budgets, and cost controls; maintain accurate forecasting and report variances to ownership•     Lead weekly OAC meetings, subcontractor coordination meetings, and commissioning planning sessions•     Coordinate with MEP engineers, commissioning agents, and equipment vendors on critical systems including power distribution, cooling (CRAC/CRAH), UPS, generators, and structured cabling•     Drive the RFI, submittal, and change order process with discipline and speed — no lag on the critical path•     Manage and enforce quality control standards across all trades; ensure work meets data center Tier specifications and owner requirements•     Maintain strict safety compliance on-site; enforce OSHA standards and site-specific safety plans•     Coordinate with AHJ, utility providers, and commissioning authorities on inspections, energization, and occupancy milestones•     Manage subcontractor performance, including scope adherence, schedule compliance, and pay application review•     Build and maintain strong owner and client relationships; be the face of Apex on every project

Required Qualifications | Data center construction experience is a hard requirement. Do not apply if you have not directly managed data center or mission-critical construction projects as a PM or Sr. PM.  •     Minimum 5 years of construction Project Management experience, with at least 3 years specifically on data center or mission-critical projects•     Demonstrated experience managing MEP-intensive scopes including electrical distribution, standby power, precision cooling, and low-voltage systems•     Proficiency with project management software — Procore required; P6 or MS Project preferred•     Strong working knowledge of data center Tier classification standards (Uptime Institute or equivalent)•     Solid understanding of commissioning processes (Cx, IST, and integrated systems testing)•     Proven ability to manage project budgets of $5M and above•     Experience managing multiple subcontractors simultaneously in a fast-paced, phased environment•     Strong contract knowledge — AIA, ConsensusDocs, or equivalent; ability to manage change orders and protect the company's position•     OSHA 30-Hour certification required; current OSHA 30 preferred•     Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent field experience considered

Preferred Qualifications•     Experience with hyperscale or colocation data center clients (Equinix, Digital Realty, CyrusOne, QTS, or similar)•     Familiarity with BICSI, ASHRAE, and TIA-942 standards•     PMP certification or DBIA accreditation•     Active relationships with MEP subs and commissioning agents in the Austin/Central Texas market•     Experience with critical infrastructure in live, occupied facilities (raised floor environments, hot aisle/cold aisle containment)
Benefits/Perks

• Insurance/Dental/Vision
• Competitive Pay
• Career Advancement 

Compensation: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year


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