Design Execution Project Manager

Location: Richmond

Job#: 3030361

Job Description:

Data Center Design Execution Project Manager

Location:

US-East

Travel Requirements: 10-30% travel required

Preferred Locations

* North Virginia / IAD Metro x1 opening

* Virginia Beach / Richmond / Roanoke x2 openings

* Charleston Metro x2 openings

Job Description

The Design Project Manager is responsible for managing the design process from campus planning and basis of design through issuance of construction drawings. This includes building matrixed design teams from internal stakeholders and external design services partners, facilitating the creation of a shared execution plan, and overseeing construction administration services provided by the external design team in support of construction activities.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of building construction and/or design, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

* Facilitate planning and kickoff workshops with internal and external stakeholders

* Facilitate design reviews with external partners

* Facilitate large-scale workshops as required

* Author scopes of work for contracts and obtain stakeholder buy-in

* Issue and administer contracts

* Define and track deliverables across multiple parties

* Track cost, schedule, progress, and scope

* Provide reporting on cost, schedule, scope, and progress

* Build optimal design teams through internal collaboration and external partner engagement

* Manage changes to project scope and design contracts

* Facilitate technical decision-making aligned with project needs

* Coordinate design activities with procurement and construction

* Ensure clear, transparent communication across all stakeholders

* Ensure issuance of engineering information to the correct party, at the correct time, and in the correct format

Requirements

* Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field

* Professional licensure (PE, NCARB, RA) strongly preferred or 15+ years of relevant experience

* Prior experience with data center design and/or construction preferred

* 7+ years of experience in design and/or construction project management

* Strong understanding of construction principles and practices

* Experience managing coordination between multiple teams

* Experience preparing project plans, specifications, and scopes of work

* Familiarity with applicable government regulations

* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

* Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including Clearly Rated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process.  for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview:
Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a Support Linc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.

In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.

You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Employee Type:

Contract

Location:

Richmond, VA, US

Job Type:

Date Posted:

April 13, 2026

Pay Range:

$60 - $90 per hour

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