Senior Construction Manager

At Rowan Digital Infrastructure, we are transforming data center delivery for speed and scale. Our mission is to deliver best-in-class data center solutions to hyperscale customers who share our commitment to sustainability, and to do so with an unwavering focus on efficiency, quality, and flexibility. Our data center solutions are tailored to our customers’ needs and delivered by our exceptional end-to-end team.

Rowan is assembling a strategic portfolio of data center sites in Tier 1 markets across the United States at various stages of development, and we’re looking for incredible and passionate people to help us advance our company and our commitment to building a more sustainable future.

Rowan is backed by Quinbrook, a leading investor in the energy transition, and Blackstone, the world’s largest alternative asset manager.

Ready to join us in transforming the future of data centers and sustainability? Apply now to explore exciting career opportunities at Rowan Digital Infrastructure and be a part of our mission to revolutionize data center delivery.

This role is directly responsible for oversight of the General Contractor and a key internal interface between the Engineering, Project Management & Construction Teams. The successful candidate will have the experience, knowledge and leadership skills to lead the construction teams and activities at a hyperscale data center campus to a safe and successful delivery, with quality, on time and on budget.

It is required to have a deep understanding of all facets of the building process, from the initial planning and foundational work through to project completion and turnover.

Travel &

Location:

This role will be 100% onsite in Frederick, MD, with occasional travel to Rowan Office locations for team gatherings. Ability to travel up to 15% for company gatherings.

Location:

100% onsite in Temple, TX

Compensation: $165K-$185K (Offers Bonus)

• Lead the end-to-end construction for data center projects, from development to final delivery
• Responsible for actively monitoring the safety of all site infrastructure, substation and core/shell construction
• Responsible for interface management (suppliers, GCs, AHJ, community impact)
• Stewardship of site permits
• Manage logistics across multiple sites
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure projects are completed on time and within scope
• Ensure all site personnel follow OSHA safety requirements and stop all unsafe operations
• Oversee contractors, subcontractors, and consultants to ensure quality control, safety, and compliance with project requirements
• Work closely with Rowan’s Development, Engineering, and Procurement teams to ensure seamless project handoff and operational readiness. Sr. Construction Manager
• Monitor and report project progress to senior leadership, identifying potential risks and proposing mitigation strategies
• Develop trusting relationships with clients, JHA’s, GC’s, sub-contractors to aid in the successful delivery of the project
• Conduct weekly/daily delay surveys to maintain CPM schedule and work with PMs to update schedule in real-time
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, evaluating construction processes and implementing best practices
• Work with Rowan team members as we approach substantial completion to assemble all close out documents, O&M manuals and warranty, preventive maintenance agreements-etc

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; a combination of education and relevant experience will also be considered
• 9+ years of experience in managing data center construction projects or large-scale infrastructure and/or mission critical projects
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, scheduling software (such as Primavera P6 or MS Project), and project management tools like Procore or similar
• Knowledge of construction methods and technologies and an ability to interpret technical drawings and contracts
• Proven experience managing large teams of contractors and subcontractors, with a focus on delivering projects on time and under budget
• Knowledge of building-code…