Manager, Construction

Job title: Manager, Construction
Position location: Onsite, project-based
Job type: Full-time
Reporting to: Director, Construction & Development Services
Requires U.S. citizenship? Yes

Quality Infratech Intelligence (QII) seeks a Manager, Construction, responsible for overseeing all phases of mission critical construction projects across multiple campuses simultaneously, from site preparation through commissioning and turnover. This role ensures projects are delivered on schedule, within budget and in full compliance with quality, safety and technical specifications. The ideal candidate combines deep knowledge of critical facility construction with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

• Manage end-to-end construction of hyperscale, colocation, and advanced manufacturing sites ranging from 5 MW to 100+ MW IT load capacity
• Develop and maintain master project schedules (CPM), budgets, and resource plans from design through commissioning
• Coordinate with design teams to review construction documents, resolve RFIs, and manage submittals
• Lead procurement of general contractors, MEP subcontractors, and specialty trades
• Conduct regular project status meetings and provide executive-level reporting on cost, schedule, and risk

• Maintain a daily presence across 1–3 assigned campuses; coordinate scheduling and resources to keep all sites progressing concurrently
• Supervise and direct general contractors, subcontractors, and third-party inspectors
• Enforce site safety programs in compliance with OSHA and company EHS standards; lead weekly safety walks
• Manage site logistics, lay-down areas, and access control to protect active operations adjacent to construction zones

• Implement and enforce quality control programs across all construction disciplines (civil, structural, MEP, fire protection)
• Oversee commissioning activities through Levels 1–5, coordinating with commissioning agents, vendors, and operations teams
• Ensure all critical systems (UPS, generators, CRAC/CRAH, switch gear, BMS/DCIM) are installed and tested to design specifications

• Own project budgets from initial estimates through final accounting; provide monthly cost-at-completion forecasts
• Review and approve contractor pay applications, change orders, and vendor invoices in accordance with contract terms
• Identify and mitigate cost risks proactively; present value‑engineering alternatives without compromising technical requirements
• Serve as primary point of contact for landlords, utilities, local authorities, and permitting agencies
• Partner with IT, operations, and facilities management teams to align construction milestones with business go‑live dates
• Manage design‑build and EPC relationships, ensuring contract compliance and performance accountability

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of construction management experience, with at least 4 years focused on mission‑critical facilities
• Demonstrated experience managing projects valued at $250M or greater
• Strong working knowledge of MEP systems: generators, UPS, switch gear, PDUs, chillers, cooling towers, and HVAC
• Proficiency with Procore, Autodesk Build, or equivalent; scheduling tools (P6, MS Project)
• Thorough understanding of NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 72, ASHRAE, TIA-942, and Uptime Institute tier standards
• OSHA 30‑Hour Construction certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
• Strong executive communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Embody the QGC Core Values

• PMP (Project Management Professional) or CCM (Certified Construction Manager) certification
• BICSI RCDD or equivalent data center infrastructure credential
• Experience with hyperscale cloud provider delivery programs (AWS, Microsoft, Google, Meta)
• Familiarity with LEED, ISO 50001, or other sustainability frameworks applied to data center construction
• Experience with modular or prefabricated data center construction methodologies

• Multi-ca…