Project Manager

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAre you a seasoned Data Center Project Manager with experience managing complex infrastructure projects? We’re hiring a Project Manager to lead projects in Columbus, Ohio.

This is a direct hire opportunity offering excellent compensation and long-term growth potential.

Apply now to join a top-tier project team delivering cutting-edge infrastructure at scale!

• Pre-Project
  • Participates in the RFP Process, completing a detailed review of plans, specifications and bid form
  • Reviews contract/work orders for content, validity and changes
  • Cultivate and maintain customer relationships to secure and expand business opportunities
• Start-Up
  • Provide initial client interface to assess scope of work, schedule and resources necessary to successfully complete a project
  • Work with the Operations team to ensure proper materials, equipment and labor are available
  • Develops mobilization plan and oversees the acquisition of any required equipment
  • Develops resource plan and evaluates needs in conjunction with other site resource requirements
• Project Implementation
  • Manage project scheduling requirements to control costs and meet contract requirements
  • Manage subcontractor and vendor relationships; streamline project activities for efficiencies; communicate with staff and upper management to keep all informed of customer and job requirements
  • Participates in progress update meetings and provide customer with progress reports as per the contractual requirements
  • Work with PE/SI to prepare all change orders and manage to complete using customer required tools
  • Monitor installation activities in conjunction with the onsite personnel to ensure project is delivered on schedule and within budget
  • Partner with QA/QC Team to ensure specifications are communicated, anchored and achieved in accordance to client quality plan requirements
  • Manage job cost/profitability and schedules through internal systems and reports: work with customer teams to meet master schedule such as providing specific work dates for scheduled items; communicate with internal resources regarding project updates, scope changes, order changes, and other events impacting the project; ensure Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are met
  • Track projects, evaluate cost vs. performance to ensure projects come in on time and within budget
  • Represent the company in client project meetings
  • Participate in all meetings, conference calls and company required meetings throughout the year as assigned by your manager
• Project Close-Out
  • Coordinate with PE to facilitate that project close-outs are completed efficiently and accurately. May assist in accounts receivable when required
  • Manage customer acceptance and signoff of the projects
• Misc.
  • Provide coaching, development and guidance to direct reports and/or team members, encouraging them to promote a Lean culture and to develop with emerging technologies
  • Drive continuous improvement activities and support Lean initiatives across the site to align with deployed corporate strategic goals
  • This position is generally expected to require overnight travel. The individual in this role should be able and willing to travel as required
  • Additional Responsibilities: As identified and assigned

What We Are Looking For

• Knowledge of general building codes and BICSI Standards
• Minimum 5 years experience in commercial and/or data center construction and project management including the installation of standard cabling technologies, rack infrastructure and managing large scale build projects including the ability to communicate, prioritize and manage time effectively
• Product experience with Panduit, CommScope, Corning, and others
• Successful completion of previous telecommunication projects
• Experience managing large projects (1+ million) and service contracts
• Decision Making and Judgment: The position involves projects and/or assignments requiring considerable decision-making authority regarding procedures, plans and schedules. Must be proficient in problem solving and root cause analysis to determine best feasible solutions
• Knowledge of structured cabling industry including technology, quality and safety standards
• Ability to support the Sr. Project Manager or Regional Operations Manager in leading, developing and managing field employees

ABOUT US:
FirstOption Workforce Solutions exists to help people build better lives and we sincerely appreciate your interest in joining our team. We provide staffing services and opportunities that make a real difference in the lives of those we serve. Our values reflect who we are as people and guide everything we do. Every member of the FirstOption Workforce Solutions Team is passionate about and committed to excellence in all we do.Are you ready to join a team who is committed to delivering world-class services to our valued clients? Do you believe that anything worth doing is worth doing right? Would you thrive in a work environment that encourages and supports you in realizing your full potential? Are you a hard worker, dependable, punctual and someone who does whatever is needed to get the job done? FirstOption Workforce Solutions is a place where a person’s talents and hard work are valued, so if you answered YES to the questions above, we would like to talk with you.EEO STATEMENT:
Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at our Company, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of , , , , , , , , or any other protected characteristic as established by law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.