Project Manager (Data Center Construction)

Trevett Facilities Recruitment USA have partnered with a leading General Contractor who is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their team with an exciting Data Center Construction project.

About the role:

• Data center construction project managers are critical for planning, executing, and optimizing mission-critical facility builds, including power distribution, cooling (HVAC), and security systems.
• Lead teams of engineers, contractors, and vendors, managing budgets, timelines, and technical requirements from concept to commissioning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Site Management: Overseeing day-to-day construction, conducting site visits, performing audits on electrical and mechanical systems, and ensuring proper startup testing.
• Contractor & Vendor Management: Handling Requests for Proposal (RFPs), bidding, change orders, and quality control.
• Risk & Design Coordination: Managing and reviewing technical drawings for constructability, ensuring compliance with data center standards.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in large-scale construction, with 3+ years in critical facility (data center or similar) construction, specifically with UPS systems, generators, and complex cooling systems.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of mechanical/electrical systems (MEP) and construction safety standards.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive Salary + Bonus + 401k + Health Insurance
• Additional Benefits: Monthly Per Diem and Round-Trip Flights to visit home