Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

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 lead one of the most transformative infrastructure programs in the country: constructing the largest data center in the United States. This role offers leadership over high‑visibility work that directly impacts connectivity and cloud innovation.

• 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

• Own 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
• Measure and drive service quality against defined SLAs/KPIs
• Act as the on‑site escalation point/coordinator for planning, scheduling, work prioritization, and ticket resolution with cross‑functional 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
• 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
• Coordinate escalations and incidents, driving action items to closure and delivering concise leadership reports
• Identify delivery risks and blockers early and lead mitigation efforts across teams
• Develop, standardize SOPs, and implement 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, driving safe execution through procedural adherence, audits, and correct routing of out‑of‑scope work
• 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
• 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 small and large groups
• Monitor communication portals and enforce resource utilization, onboarding, and training standards
• Build trusted stakeholder relationships and represent field needs to drive tooling and process improvements
• Provide status reporting: roadmap updates, risks, mitigation plans, and critical changes on a regular cadence
• Facilitate cross‑functional forums (planning sessions, reviews, war rooms) and keep teams aligned under time pressure
• Anticipate issues, mitigate risks, and drive timely resolution of conflicts
• Apply data‑driven insights to influence decisions and optimize project performance
• Promote a culture of innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement on site
• Act as the main customer‑facing POC for communication with other cross‑functional partners
• Adapt to changes in tooling and processes due to continuous improvement initiatives

• Proficient in using data and analytics to support informed decision‑making
• Extensive knowledge of construction safety protocols and regulatory requirements
• Strong understanding of estimating engineering principles and construction methodologies
• Experience with change‑management processes and documentation
• Solid understanding of construction accounting, cost forecasting, and budgeting
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder‑management skills
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and self‑driven with the ability to adapt to evolving project needs
• Proficient in business and industry tools including MS Office, Bluebeam, Procore, Textura, and other construction platforms

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 5 years of construction industry experience in a management or leadership role
• Experience managing large data center or structured cabling construction projects
• Experience across multiple contract and delivery models (GMP, design/build, fixed price, etc.)
• Preferred certifications: OSHA 30, BICSI RCDD, BICSI RTPM, PMI PMP