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Project Manager, Operations Manager, IT Project Manager

Job in DeKalb, DeKalb County, Illinois, 60115, USA
Listing for: Black Box Corporation
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-05-09
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    IT Project Manager
  • Management
    Operations Manager, IT Project Manager, Program / Project Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Project Manager – Data Center Construction and Operations

At Black Box
, we’re not just building infrastructure—
we’re shaping the digital backbone of the future
. As a Data Center Project Manager
, you will be at the forefront of one of the most transformative infrastructure programs in the country:
constructing the largest data center in the United States
. This is an opportunity to lead major, high visibility work that directly impacts the next generation of connectivity and cloud innovation.

In this role, you’ll oversee the full lifecycle of data center construction projects, ensuring flawless execution through disciplined application of PMO standards, safety practices, cost controls, and schedule management. You’ll set the tone for operational excellence, drive collaboration across teams, and help define what “best in class” means for modern data center deployment.

Black Box is a global leader in IT solutions and technology integration—trusted for delivering complex projects with precision, innovation, and integrity. Here, you’ll join a purpose driven culture built on shared ownership, accountability, and a commitment to surpassing expectations.

Why Top Talent Thrives Here
  • High profile, global technology infrastructure projects
  • A fast-paced environment where your expertise is valued
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
  • Opportunities for advancement in one of the world's largest Technology Solutions Integrators
  • The chance to contribute to a historic, industry defining build

If you’re ready to elevate your career and make a lasting mark on digital infrastructure,
we want to meet you
.

Key Responsibilities Project Leadership & Execution
  • Owns day-to-day DC Field Ops management (capacity, network services, physical layer)
  • Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project schedules.
  • Oversee all phases of project execution, ensuring alignment with scope, timeline, and budget.
  • Identify and manage change events, applying best practice change management processes.
  • Continuous measure & drive service quality against defined SLAs/KPIs
  • Acts as the on-site (DC) escalation point / coordinator for planning, scheduling, work prioritization, and ticket resolution with XFN partners and site teams
  • Define priorities, build roadmaps, and lead cross‑functional delivery by holding owners accountable, tracking progress, and driving adoption.
  • Manage changes to scope, timelines, and resources with clear stakeholder alignment and communication.
Safety, Quality & Compliance
  • Enforce safety protocols, procedures, and site standards across all project activities.
  • Ensure quality control through consistent documentation, tracking, and reporting.
  • Maintain adherence to construction technology platforms, building codes, and industry standards.
  • Escalation & Incident Coordination: Manage escalations and incidents by coordinating updates, driving action items to closure, and delivering concise leadership reports.
  • Risk Management: Identify delivery risks and blockers early and lead mitigation efforts across teams.
  • Process improvement / SOP governance: develops/standardizes SOPs and implements best practices at scale
  • Own QA/QC for physical layer work, including structured cabling, with plant ownership post‑acceptance and project intake reviews.
  • Own EHS Compliance and drive safe execution through procedural adherence, audits, and correct routing of out‑of‑scope work.
Financial & Contract Management
  • Apply project management accounting practices to support forecasting, budget reviews, and financial reporting
  • Manage contracting and delivery methods including lump sum, cost‑plus, GMP, design build, and time & material.
  • Monitor vendor performance, approve invoices, and track project expenditures.
Stakeholder Communication
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams, cross functional teams, clients, subcontractors, and senior leadership
  • Communicate project status, risks, milestones, and priorities clearly and confidently.
  • Prepare presentations and lead briefings for both small and large groups.
  • Active monitoring of communication portals
  • Own service delivery by managing resource utilization, coordinating onboarding and training, and enforcing…
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