Project Manager; 2nd Shift

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Position Overview

Align seeks a Project Manager to oversee second-shift construction activities for hyperscale data center white space fit-outs within colocation environments. This role is responsible for managing onsite execution during the second shift, including coordination of trades, sequencing of work, quality control, and progress against the project schedule.

The Project Manager will serve as Align’s onsite point of contact during the second shift, working closely with contractors, client representatives, and the daytime project team to keep construction activities moving and ensure a clear handoff between shifts.

The ideal candidate has construction management experience and an understanding of infrastructure such as containment systems, overhead conveyance including ladder racks and cable trays structural supports, electrical distribution, and cooling components. Candidates with experience in commercial, industrial, electrical, or low-voltage construction are encouraged to apply. Previous data center experience is preferred but is not required.

• This is a full-time salaried position offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, paid training, and performance-based bonuses.
• This position is based in the Detroit metro area and requires working onsite during the second shift, approximately 4:00 p.m. to midnight.
• Approximately 50% travel outside the Ann Arbor area should be expected at times, depending on project needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead second-shift onsite construction activities for data center white space fit-out projects
• Coordinate with the daytime project team before each shift to review priorities, scheduled work, contractor coverage, and outstanding issues
• Oversee installation of:
  • Structural hot aisle / cold aisle containment systems
  • Overhead cable tray systems and ladder racks
  • Structural supports for cabinets, racks, cable trays, and electrical power distribution infrastructure
  • Cooling infrastructure, including HVAC units
  • Power distribution from PDU to cabinet level
• Manage trade contractors and coordinate work sequencing to maintain the schedule and avoid conflicts between installation activities
• Serve as the primary onsite contact during the second shift for general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and client stakeholders
• Enforce quality control processes to ensure installations meet approved drawings, specifications, load requirements, and applicable standards
• Monitor progress against the project schedule, identify delays or field issues, and coordinate resolutions with the project team
• Track labor, materials, and potential scope changes affecting assigned work; communicate budget impacts to project leadership
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements and site protocols throughout the shift
• Review construction drawings, submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings to address installation…