Mechanical Systems Project​/Construction Manager - Cedar Rapids, IA,

About the Role:

The Data Center New Construction Mechanical/Controls Project Manager leads all aspects of Data Center construction projects. Must possess demonstrated ability to oversee vendor compliance to construction agreements, while also having the ability to manage the overall project budget & schedule for Hyperscale Data Centers. Strong knowledge of MEP construction management with a solid track record of managing capital projects.

Join our team onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA
! We are willing to provide relocation assistance for the right candidate.

• Work with Contractor(s) / A&E design team to create and establish the Master Project Timeline, based on the Critical Path and key achievements.
• Assist in ordering, writing Scopes of Work, partnering with internal/external vendors, assist in scope development, and contractor selection.
• Create and establish the Master Project Budget, including soft costs and hard costs.
• Support Contractor pre‑qualification, bid solicitation, bid analysis and recommendations.
• Coordinate Design Team activities.
• Coordinate constructability review of the project documents.
• Provide/gather cost estimates working with subs and other vendors for scope gaps/changes.
• Review cash flow projections on a monthly or quarterly basis as required.
• Manage cost/change control, including change order review, negotiation & recommendations, delay analysis – at program level.
• Coordinate value engineering.
• Ensure budget management and tracking.
• Ensure tracking of all key project documents, including submittals, RFIs, change orders, invoices and payments, lien releases, etc., is being enforced.
• Coordinate and manage all owner‑direct vendors working with supply chain and consultants.
• Periodic confirmation of safe construction practices by GC and vendors.
• Initiate close‑out process prior to project completion, typically two to three months in advance with Document Control team, setting timelines and responsibilities.
• Establish close‑out documentation requirements and ensure receipt of all close‑out documents until completion, including warranties, as‑builds, O&M manuals, etc.
• Ensure punch list, completion and final completion process through onsite construction management team.
• Negotiate, resolve and close out any outstanding change orders, quality issues or disputes.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from a four‑year college or university and a minimum of 3‑5 years of related project experience, or 10+ years of related experience without a degree.
• 5 years of Mechanical Systems Management.
• Technical Project Management or Coordination.
• Mission Critical or Industrial facilities project management.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to operate standard office suite of applications, with some knowledge of BIM or ACC and P6, and assist in cost and issue management.

Hyperscale Data Center experience preferred.

Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend will be consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE Project Management, you will subsequently transfer to the newly formed entity that encompasses both organizations.

Compensation and Benefits: T&T carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $160,000 annually and the maximum salary is $180,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program.

This role will provide the following benefits: 401(k), dental insurance, health…