Construction Manager

Base pay range $155,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Ascendion About Ascendion Ascendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000+ Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next. Ascendion | Engineering to elevate life We have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Come, change the world with us: Build the coolest tech for world’s leading brands Solve complex problems – and learn new skills Experience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clients Master your craft with leading training programs and hands-on experience Experience a community of change makers! Join a culture of high-performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for tech. Our culture is the fabric of our company, and it is what makes us unique and diverse. The way we share ideas, learning, experiences, successes, and joy allows everyone to be their best at Ascendion. About the Role: Summary: The Senior Field Operations Construction Program Manager leads the end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of complex datacenter construction projects. This role requires interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills, with expertise in datacenter operations and construction. Responsibilities: Business Processes Develop and maintain best practices to identify and implement cost-effective solutions. Manage the selection, contracting, and integration of multiple vendors and internal partners. Drive the deployment of scalable solutions across Operations Construction projects. Facilitate decision-making to support solutions, schedules, and change management. Apply influence, strategic thinking, and negotiation skills to evaluate options and recommend effective solutions. Communication Regularly review cost and KPI metrics, invoices, and policy/process communications with client partners. Serve as the single point of contact for project development and delivery. Coordinate meetings and activities with vendors, cost managers, and incorporate lessons learned. Attend owner/architect/contractor (OAC) and other project meetings, providing updates as needed. Report project progress on scope, schedule, and budget weekly or as required. Provide consistent weekly project status reporting. Accountability Lead the development, management, and reporting of safety, scope, schedule, budget, and risk. Maintain direct fiscal responsibility for the approved project budget. Operate independently in support of datacenter operations. Prepare Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Project Execution Requests (PERs), and other approval documentation. Validate vendor costs, including pay application and change order review and approval. Required Qualifications: High School Qualification or equivalent AND 6+ years\' experience datacenter construction or mission-critical environments OR equivalent experience. 4+ years\' experience managing end-to-end delivery of complex datacenter construction projects or related mission-critical environment projects with cross-functional teams and meeting delivery deadlines independently OR equivalent experience. Deep understanding of construction management including cost, schedule, and safety management. Salary Range: The salary for this position is between $155,000 – $175,000 USD annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Benefits : The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, 5 personal days accrued each calendar year, 10-15 days of paid vacation time, 6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per calendar year, Ascendion Learning Management System. Want to change the world? Let us know. Tell us about your experiences, education, and ambitions. Bring your knowledge, unique viewpoint, and creativity to the table. Let’s talk! Seniority level : Mid-Senior level Employment type : Full-time Job function : Management Industries : Technology, Information and Internet We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr