Construction Manager - Hyperscale Data Center

Construction Project Manager - Hyperscale Data Center Construction

Location:

Wenatchee, WA

Employment Type:

Contract

Industry: Data Center Construction / Mission Critical Infrastructure

About the Opportunity

TEKsystems is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to support a rapidly growing hyperscale data center operations organization. This position offers the opportunity to serve as an Owner's Representative, overseeing large-scale data center construction, expansion, modernization, and infrastructure upgrade projects that support one of the world's most advanced cloud computing environments.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing complex construction projects from planning through closeout, with experience in hyperscale data centers, mission-critical facilities, MEP systems, telecommunications infrastructure, and fiber connectivity. This highly visible role requires collaboration with internal stakeholders, general contractors, vendors, consultants, and field operations teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization at the forefront of cloud infrastructure expansion while managing projects that directly impact the future of digital transformation.

Key Responsibilities

+ Manage the full lifecycle of construction projects from planning through commissioning and closeout.

+ Coordinate internal resources, contractors, consultants, vendors, and project stakeholders.

+ Support preconstruction activities including scope development, budgeting, planning, procurement, and scheduling.

+ Review contractor project execution plans, schedules, safety plans, and site logistics plans.

+ Oversee project performance related to schedule, cost, quality, procurement, safety, and change management.

+ Lead Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings as the primary owner's representative and project lead.

+ Monitor contractor compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and operational requirements.

+ Coordinate reviews and approvals of Method of Procedure (MOP), Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), and Method Statement of Work (MSOW) documentation.

+ Manage equipment procurement, delivery schedules, testing, commissioning, and turnover processes.

+ Conduct regular site walks to verify progress, quality, safety compliance, and construction milestones.

+ Coordinate site blackout periods, work stoppages, and operational constraints within live data center environments.

+ Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, consultants, vendors, and internal partners.

+ Champion a culture of safety and operational excellence while promoting an Injury-Free Environment (IFE).

Required Qualifications

+ 10+ years of construction project management experience.

+ Proven experience managing projects from initiation through closeout.

+ Strong work history in hyperscale data center construction or other mission-critical environments.

+ Experience managing construction activities within live operational facilities.

+ Knowledge of MOPs, SOPs, MSOWs, commissioning processes, and change management procedures.

+ Experience overseeing General Contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and consultants.

+ Strong understanding of project budgeting, scheduling, procurement, quality control, and risk management.

+ Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

+ Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across multiple teams.

Must-Have Skills

+ Construction Project Management

+ Full Lifecycle Project Management

+ Data Center Construction

+ Telecommunications / Fiber Infrastructure

+ MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) Systems

+ Construction Management

+ Schedule & Cost Control

+ Contractor Management

+ Safety Management

+ Quality Assurance & Compliance

Preferred Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.

+ PMP, PMI, or similar project management certification.

+ Technical experience with:

+ Mechanical Systems

+ Electrical Systems

+ Telecommunications Infrastructure

+ Fiber Optic Networks

+ Experience supporting Greenfield and/or Brownfield data center development projects.

+ Proficiency with:

+ Procore

+ Microsoft Project

+ Microsoft Office Suite

+ Microsoft Teams

+ Visio

+ PMIS Platforms

Why Join?

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of high-profile projects within one of the fastest-growing sectors in construction and technology. You'll play a critical role in delivering the infrastructure that powers global cloud services, AI, and next-generation digital platforms.

As demand for hyperscale data centers continues to grow, you'll have the opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical projects that drive innovation and expansion across a world-class infrastructure portfolio. In return, you'll gain exposure to industry-leading construction programs, long-term project stability, cutting-edge facility environments, and the…