Traveling Civil Project Manager

Job DescriptionJob Description

Traveling Civil Project Manager – Data Center Construction

Location: Abilene, Texas (Travel Required)
Compensation: $120,000 – $185,000 Base Salary + Bonus + Benefits
Per Diem: Provided 7 days per week when assigned more than 60 miles from home/jobsite
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Traveling Civil Project Manager to lead large-scale site development and infrastructure packages for mission-critical data center projects throughout Texas and surrounding regions. This role will oversee civil construction operations on projects exceeding $100 million in total value, with a primary focus on earthwork, grading, underground utilities, and site development.

The ideal candidate has a strong background managing self-perform and subcontracted civil scopes on large industrial, energy, manufacturing, semiconductor, or data center projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of civil construction for data center developments from preconstruction through closeout.
• Lead projects valued at $100M+ while maintaining schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives.
• Oversee large-scale:
• • Mass earthwork
  • Site grading
  • Excavation
  • Storm drainage systems
  • Water and sanitary sewer installation
  • Underground utility construction
  • Roadway and paving activities
• Coordinate field operations with superintendents, subcontractors, engineers, and owners.
• Develop and manage project schedules, procurement plans, and cost controls.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Conduct project meetings and provide executive-level reporting.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Manage project financial performance including forecasting, budgeting, and contract administration.
• Travel to active project sites as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field .
• 7+ years of civil construction project management experience.
• Proven experience managing projects exceeding $100 million.
• Strong knowledge of:
• • Earthwork operations
  • Heavy civil construction
  • Underground utilities
  • Site development
  • Data center construction
• Experience with project scheduling software and construction management platforms.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client-management skills.
• Ability to travel extensively and support projects throughout Texas and neighboring states.

Experience

• Data center site development
• Industrial or mission-critical construction
• Large-scale utility infrastructure projects
• Self-perform civil contractor experience
• Design-build delivery methods

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $120,000 – $185,000
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Vehicle Allowance or Company Vehicle
• Fuel Card
• Company Laptop & Phone
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Per Diem paid 7 days per week when working more than 60 miles from assigned home location/jobsite
• Travel expenses covered

Key Project Types

• Hyperscale Data Centers
• Cloud Computing Facilities
• Mission-Critical Infrastructure
• Industrial Site Development
• Utility and Infrastructure Expansions

This position offers the opportunity to lead high-profile civil packages on some of the largest data center developments in the region while advancing into senior leadership roles within a rapidly growing market.

Company DescriptionTalent Corps is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply.Company DescriptionTalent Corps is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply.