Construction Manager - Fire Suppression

Job DescriptionJob Description

Location: Northern Virginia (Fully Onsite) Schedule: Full-time, starting at 6:00 AM daily Travel: Primarily contained to a single 10-building campus; occasional travel to external campuses as needed.

Job Summary

We are seeking a field-driven Construction Manager with a strong trades background to lead internal and subcontractor crews on high-stakes data center projects. This isn't just a desk job; we need a "glorified superintendent" who can wear multiple hats—from high-level project coordination to troubleshooting minor facility issues. You will oversee scopes ranging from minor BMS upgrades to major multidisciplinary renovations in live mission-critical environments.

Top Required Skills

• Mission Critical MEP: Deep expertise in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing within data centers, hospitals, or large-scale industrial facilities.
• Trades Expertise: Ideally a former tradesman (e.g., Plumbing degree/background) with specialized experience in fire suppression systems.
• Live Environment Mastery: Proven ability to run crews and manage LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) procedures in active, sensitive environments.
• Technical Literacy: Ability to read one-line diagrams, P&ID/BMS controls, and trace electrical power flow.

Core Responsibilities

• Field Leadership: Manage onsite internal teams and subcontractors; provide technical direction for daily construction activities.
• Safety Stewardship: Maintain a zero-incident environment and champion a proactive safety culture (OSHA 30 ).
• Project Lifecycle Support: Assist project management with planning, scheduling, site logistics, as-built documentation, and closeout.
• BMS/EPMS Oversight: Oversee the construction, integration, and commissioning of critical monitoring and control systems.
• Technical Coordination: Interpret MOPs (Methods of Procedure), manage RFIs, and coordinate client submittals.
• Facility Maintenance: Act as a "full maintenance" lead for the campus, ensuring everything from major scopes to minor facility fixes are addressed.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Attend site visits with clients and subcontractors; support estimating teams with RFQs and bid submittals.

Experience & Requirements

• Experience: 3–5+ years of field management in Mission Critical/Data Center environments.
• Background: Strong preference for candidates who worked up through the trades into management.
• Certifications: OSHA 30 Certificate is highly .
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Excel and construction management software.
• Flexibility: Must be comfortable with an early 6:00 AM start and a 100% onsite presence.

Key Expectations

• Decision Making: Strong field leadership and the ability to make critical calls under pressure.
• Problem Solving: A solution-oriented mindset that identifies bottlenecks before they delay the schedule.
• Discipline: Absolute commitment to complex LOTO procedures and safety protocols.

Company DescriptionWAVSYS is a solutions company offering contract, permanent and turnkey staffing solutions by leveraging its international network of 20 offices covering USA, Canada, and the UK.Company DescriptionWAVSYS is a solutions company offering contract, permanent and turnkey staffing solutions by leveraging its international network of 20 offices covering USA, Canada, and the UK.