Data Center Construction Manager

Job Summary

The Construction Manager will lead the planning, execution, and final commissioning of a project to convert an existing facility into a mission‑critical data center. This role requires a specialist with deep expertise in large‑scale Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems, power redundancy, and the unique challenges of upgrading infrastructure into an enterprise‑grade data center environment. The manager will serve as the owner’s representative, ensuring the project meets strict quality, safety, budget, and schedule standards.

• Project Oversight & Execution: manage the full project lifecycle, from design review through commissioning and handoff to operations.
• Infrastructure Upgrades: oversee enhancements to power distribution systems, including PDUs, installation of UPS, and integration of backup generators to meet data center uptime and redundancy requirements.
• MEP & Cooling Systems: lead the design and implementation of advanced cooling systems such as CRAC units to support data center thermal and airflow demands.
• Network Infrastructure: manage procurement and installation of high‑performance network systems, including fiber optic cabling and switching equipment, to support enterprise‑level data operations.
• Vendor & Contractor Management: act as the primary liaison for general contractors, subcontractors, engineers, and vendors, overseeing contracts and performance.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: ensure all work meets rigorous quality standards and complies with applicable building codes and safety regulations, including Life Safety, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA requirements.
• Risk Management:
  
  identify and mitigate risks related to scope, schedule, cost, and safety throughout the project lifecycle.
• Documentation & Reporting: maintain comprehensive project documentation, including submittals and RFIs, and deliver consistent status updates to higher leadership.

• Project Management
• Construction Management
• MEP
• Contract Management
• Retrofit
• Telecom & Cabling
• Data Center

Expert Level

Contract position based out of New Albany, OH.

• Pay range: $60.00 - $85.00/hr.
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, vacation or sick leave)

Fully onsite position in New Albany, OH.

Position anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.