Construction Project Manager, Owner's Rep - Data Center Construction

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Job_Construction Manager_Data Center Construction_Owners Representative

Litchfield, Chandler, Phoenix - Data Center Campuses

DC Deployed is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead mission-critical data center construction projects from the ground up through commissioning and turnover.

This role is responsible for day-to-day site leadership, trade coordination, quality assurance, schedule control, and ensuring the project is delivered safely, on time, and within budget. The ideal candidate understands the complexity of critical infrastructure, thrives in fast-paced environments, and can drive accountability across multiple stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on-site construction activities for data center projects, ensuring alignment with contract documents, schedule, and budget
• Coordinate general contractor and subcontractor activities to maintain production flow and milestone achievement
• Monitor and enforce quality control standards and code compliance
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and site requirements
• Track and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and field directives
• Review and validate contractor pay applications and cost tracking
• Identify schedule risks and implement recovery strategies when necessary
• Participate in OAC meetings and provide clear reporting to project leadership
• Support procurement and tracking of long-lead and mission-critical equipment
• Oversee commissioning readiness, system completion, and turnover documentation

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial construction experience, with significant exposure to data center or mission-critical facilities
• Strong working knowledge of MEP systems, critical power, cooling infrastructure, and structured cabling
• Proven experience managing subcontractors and coordinating field operations
• Familiarity with construction management platforms (ACC, Procore, Primavera, MS Project, or similar)
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Strong leadership presence and communication skills

• Experience with multi-MW data hall builds or campus expansions
• Commissioning coordination experience
• OSHA 30 certification
• Experience in hyperscale or colocation environments

Why Join DC Deployed

We are a strategic partner in delivering high-performance critical facilities. Our team brings deep field expertise and a disciplined, program-driven approach to data center construction. We value professionals who take ownership, anticipate challenges, and execute with precision.

If you’re ready to lead in a high-stakes, high-performance environment, we’d welcome the conversation.