Data Center Project Manager

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Data Center Project Manager

Location: Abilene, TX

Employment Type: Full-Time

Relocation Assistance Available

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Data Center Project Manager to oversee the construction of data centers performed by colocation providers after the facility is operational. This role is responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with quality and design requirements.

This position focuses primarily on base building and MEP infrastructure components of large-scale data center projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage data center construction projects executed by colocation providers, ensuring delivery on schedule, within budget, and to established quality standards.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor detailed project schedules to ensure timely completion of milestones.
• Independently evaluate project risks, identify gaps, and implement mitigation strategies to minimize impacts to cost and schedule.
• Coordinate and integrate tenant fit-out activities with base building design, construction, and commissioning efforts.
• Implement and oversee quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with design specifications and industry standards.
• Collaborate closely with design teams to ensure alignment between construction activities and approved project plans.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between stakeholders and colocation providers, ensuring effective communication and project reporting.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Provide ongoing performance evaluations and recommendations for continuous improvement of colocation providers.
• Conduct regular site visits throughout the project lifecycle to monitor schedule adherence, quality, and coordination efforts.

Required Skills

Extensive knowledge of data center base building construction, including:

• Civil
• Structural
• Architectural
• Mechanical
• Electrical
• Controls
• Plumbing systems
• Experience managing startup and commissioning phases of major data center projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Expertise in strategic planning and establishing program-level construction requirements.
• Deep understanding of data center design, construction methodologies, operational requirements, and sustainability practices.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale data center construction projects from inception through completion.
• Proven leadership abilities with experience mentoring and leading multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong budget development and cost management capabilities.
• Experience identifying and mitigating project risks.
• Extensive vendor and contractor management experience, including contract negotiation and oversight.
• Thorough understanding of regulatory requirements, construction standards, and compliance processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.

Minimum of 5 years of construction project management experience, with a focus on:

Data center infrastructure

Colocation facilities

Hyperscale environments

General contractor-led data center projects

Demonstrated track record managing large-scale construction projects successfully.

Company Description•\tWhat you didn’t know about us:
•\tCompetitive salary
•\tHealth, Dental and Vision Benefits
•\tShort/Long Term Disability and Critical Care/Illness Protection
•\tLife Insurance and Retirement Plans
•\tEmployee Assistance Program
•\tWith this position, you will get the opportunity to work with our game changing clients and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry!

•\tWe are Connectors. We thrive on ‘quality over quantity’ and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!

•\tWe are Collaborators. You’ll be working with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don’t stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.

•\tWe give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!
•\tKelly Telecom is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to , genetic information, , , , religion, , veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
•\tFor more information click Equal Employment Opportunity is the law.
•\tYou should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.

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