Data Center Project Manager

Project ManagerContract with possible contract extension or hire (fixed weekly salary broken down hourly for invoicing purposes only) - $62.50 - $65.00/HRDirect Hire (must be open to between 15-50% travel throughout the U.S.): Up to 135K/YRStandard Site Hours: 7:00am to 4:00pmLocation: Onsite Daily – Client site Dekalb IL 60115Project Leadership & ExecutionRun daily DC Field Ops (capacity, network services, physical layer).Build/manage project schedules and ensure delivery to scope, timeline, and budget.Manage change events and drive SLA/KPI performance.Serve as on-site escalation for planning, scheduling, prioritization, and ticket flow.Set priorities, build roadmaps, and hold cross-functional owners accountable.Align stakeholders on scope, timeline, and resource changes.Safety, Quality & ComplianceEnforce site safety protocols and standards.Maintain quality through consistent documentation and reporting.Ensure compliance with construction tech platforms, codes, and industry standards.Lead incident/escalation management and drive action items to closure.Identify risks early and lead mitigation.Standardize SOPs and scale best practices.Own QA/QC for physical layer work (incl. structured cabling), plant acceptance, and intake reviews.Own EHS compliance through audits and proper routing of out-of-scope work.Financial & Contract ManagementSupport forecasting, budget reviews, and financial reporting.Manage contracting models (lump sum, cost-plus, GMP, design-build, T&M).Track vendor performance, approve invoices, and monitor spend.Stakeholder CommunicationAct as primary contact for internal teams, XFN partners, clients, subs, and leadership.Communicate status, risks, milestones, and priorities clearly.Build presentations and lead briefings.Monitor communication portals and manage resource utilization, onboarding, and accountability.Represent field needs to improve tools/processes.Provide regular roadmap, risk, and mitigation updates.Facilitate planning sessions, reviews, and war rooms.Problem Solving & Continuous ImprovementAnticipate issues, mitigate risks, and resolve conflicts quickly.Use data insights to optimize performance.Promote innovation and continuous improvement.Serve as customer-facing POC to cross-functional partners.Adapt to evolving tools and processes.Requirements:5 years of telecom construction industry experience in a management or leadership role.Knowledge of low voltage/fiber, cable management, and cable auditsCost forecasting, and budgeting.Prepare and lead presentations and briefingsSafety enforcement, Quality Control and change managementMonitor vendor performance, approve invoices, and track project expenditures.Assist in leading 40-70+ resources (technicians, project admin, safety personnel, and construction manager)Union EnvironmentExperience working in union environments, particularly with IBEW techniciansComfortable assisting in managing both direct hires vs subcontractor teamsPrior experience managing large data center or structured cabling construction projects highly preferred.Experience across multiple contract and delivery models (GMP, design, build, fixed price, etc.).Proficiency - MS Office, Primavera P6, SPI (Scheduling Performance Index), CPI (Cost Performance Index), Bluebeam, Procore, TexturaPreferred Certifications:OSHA 30 (if they don't have it will need to be obtained within 60 days of starting)BICSI RCDDBICSI RTPMPMI PMP