Project Manager with Data Center Experience

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in data center construction to lead mission-critical projects. This role owns the project from preconstruction through commissioning - managing schedule, budget, subcontractors, owner relationships, and closeout. You will work alongside our in-house superintendents and trade crews and interface directly with owners, engineers, and commissioning teams. This is a high-accountability role for someone who has done it before and knows how to deliver in a demanding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Own full project lifecycle from preconstruction through final commissioning and closeout on data center and mission-critical construction projects

• Manage project schedules, budgets, and cost controls; maintain accurate forecasting and report variances to ownership

• Lead weekly OAC meetings, subcontractor coordination meetings, and commissioning planning sessions

• Coordinate with MEP engineers, commissioning agents, and equipment vendors on critical systems including power distribution, cooling (CRAC/CRAH), UPS, generators, and structured cabling

• Drive the RFI, submittal, and change order process with discipline and speed - no lag on the critical path

• Manage and enforce quality control standards across all trades; ensure work meets data center Tier specifications and owner requirements

• Maintain strict safety compliance on-site; enforce OSHA standards and site-specific safety plans

• Coordinate with AHJ, utility providers, and commissioning authorities on inspections, energization, and occupancy milestones

• Manage subcontractor performance, including scope adherence, schedule compliance, and pay application review

• Build and maintain strong owner and client relationships; be the face of Apex on every project

Required Qualifications

| Data center construction experience is a hard requirement. Do not apply if you have not directly managed data center or mission-critical construction projects as a PM or Sr. PM

• Minimum 5 years of construction Project Management experience, with at least 3 years specifically on data center or mission-critical projects

• Demonstrated experience managing MEP-intensive scopes including electrical distribution, standby power, precision cooling, and low-voltage systems

• Proficiency with project management software - Procore required; P6 or MS Project preferred

• Strong working knowledge of data center Tier classification standards (Uptime Institute or equivalent)

• Solid understanding of commissioning processes (Cx, IST, and integrated systems testing)

• Proven ability to manage project budgets of $5M and above

• Experience managing multiple subcontractors simultaneously in a fast-paced, phased environment

• Strong contract knowledge - AIA, ConsensusDocs, or equivalent; ability to manage change orders and protect the company's position

• OSHA 30-Hour certification required; current OSHA 30 preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent field experience considered

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with hyperscale or colocation data center clients (Equinix, Digital Realty, CyrusOne, QTS, or similar)

• Familiarity with BICSI, ASHRAE, and TIA-942 standards

• PMP certification or DBIA accreditation

• Active relationships with MEP subs and commissioning agents in the Austin/Central Texas market

• Experience with critical infrastructure in live, occupied facilities (raised floor environments, hot aisle/cold aisle containment)

Benefits/Perks

• Insurance/Dental/Vision
• Competitive Pay
• Career Advancement

Compensation: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year


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