Site Manager - Mission Critical; Data Centers

Site Manager - Mission Critical (Data Centers)

Location: Onsite – Montgomery, AL
Employment Status: Full Time | Direct Hire
Travel: Open to candidates who can relocate | Temporary relocation assistance may be available

Thermo Systems is a global, full-service control systems integration partner delivering world-class automation solutions across the District Energy, Life Sciences, and Mission Critical markets.

Guided by The Thermo Way
, we are unified, dynamic, and committed to delivering excellence. Our culture is grounded in three core principles:

• Employee Success – investing in our people and their growth
• Customer Success – delivering reliable, high-quality solutions
• Financial Strength – operating with discipline and long-term focus

We believe strong teams, trusted partnerships, and technical excellence drive sustainable success.

Site Manager – Construction Projects (Mission Critical) - responsible for managing the controls scope of work on large hyperscale data center construction projects. This role is field-based and owns subcontractor execution, installation performance, schedule adherence, financial tracking, and risk management from kickoff through commissioning and closeout.

While onsite and actively engaged in field operations, this position maintains full project management accountability — including forecasting, change management, and margin protection.

This role will work onsite in Montgomery, AL through project completion, with future relocation or travel required based on program needs.

• Manage the electrical installation subcontractor delivering BMS and electrical monitoring systems.
• Oversee installation activities including wire pulls, terminations, device installation, panel integration, and quality validation.
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and general contractor teams to maintain schedule alignment.
• Monitor daily manpower and productivity against budget and forecast.
• Own subcontractor scope, labor tracking, procurement coordination, and cost control.
• Identify and manage change conditions; support pricing and change order execution.
• Review and track project forecasts and cost-to-complete metrics.
• Protect gross margin through proactive risk identification and mitigation.

• Enforce safety standards and QMS requirements across field execution.
• Ensure installations align with design intent and contract specifications.
• Participate in commissioning coordination and documentation turnover.
• Escalate schedule, scope, or cost risks appropriately.
• Serve as primary field interface between subcontractors and Thermo leadership.
• Provide steady leadership in high-pressure construction environments.
• Support junior team members and promote a collaborative jobsite culture.
• Communicate proactively with customers, trades, and internal teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent field experience).
• 7–10+ years of experience in construction project management within electrical, controls, or automation environments.
• Prior experience on data center or Mission Critical projects strongly preferred.
• Strong field background required; electrical or controls installation experience preferred.

• Strong understanding of control system design and system interfaces.
• Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in construction environments.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple trades.
• Demonstrated ability to manage schedule, cost, and change conditions.
• Strong negotiation, decision-making, and risk mitigation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project documentation tools.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, schedule-driven construction environments.

• Working onsite in Montgomery, AL is required
• Future project relocation may be required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be fit for duty at all times.

• Competitive compensation with annual bonus opportunity
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with low-cost options
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement and professional credential support
• In-house and external technical training opportunities
• Exposure to complex, high-impact automation projects
• A collaborative culture built on integrity, accountability, and teamwork

The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Thermo Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected status.