Senior Low Voltage Electrical Project Manager, Fire Alarms/BMS - Data Center Construction

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 15 rankings in ENR. With over 70 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!

The Senior Electrical Low Voltage Project Manager is the lead for fire alarm and BMS (building maintenance systems) related deliverables on a new build data center site in Martindale, TX. They are responsible for leading and managing this scope from preconstruction through closeout. This role oversees project planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor management, client relations, and overall project execution to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The PM team's standard is to 'manage each project like we own it'. We are unique in that we provide in-house cost management and project scheduling along with program and project management, in a fully integrated package. With client needs and ethics put above all else, coupled with our inherent competitive advantages, it’s no wonder why we've achieved such immense success. Come join our team!

Responsibilities:

• Manage all phases of the low voltage electrical construction projects, specifically fire alarms and BMS, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout.

• Assist in the development and management of the project strategic plans and program initiatives to meet the goals and needs of the Owner.

• Act as Owner’s Advisor with primary responsibility for all phases of project.

• Manage overall planning, design, and construction process and orchestrate all activities related to design and construction.

• Guide Clients through the complexities of design and construction, with a focus on incorporation of ownership priorities into design, construction logistics and sequencing, as well as design management of the architecture and engineering teams.

• Coordinate with the Architect, Contractor, and other project team members to meet the project objectives and resolve issues.

• Lead all elements related to contracts; including negotiating, drafting and executing.

• Manage overall project budget and schedule. Report to project team and client on a regular basis.

• Lead proposal review, leveling and analysis and present to the Client.

• Lead selection process for all consultants and vendors, including preparation of RFQ/RFP, researching and comparing firms under consideration, and recommending and negotiating optimum business terms. This also includes team selection within firms.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred

• 9+ years of electrical construction project management experience.

• Experience managing large-scale mission-critical, data center, or industrial projects.

• Experience with AV (audio-visual) systems, structured cabling, low-voltage systems, and IT-related electrical infrastructure, including coordination with technology integrators and network teams.

• Strong understanding of electrical systems, construction methods, codes, and industry standards.
  Proven experience managing projects with significant electrical scopes and multi-million-dollar budgets.

• Firm knowledge and understanding of construction methods, materials and sequences, and architectural/construction drawings and specifications.

• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as business presentation skills.

• The ability to effectively interface with all levels of management and staff across organizational lines, including other client business units.

• Excellent analytical skills and demonstrated success at building team relationships and partnerships across organizational lines.

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