Project Manager - Data Center Construction

Project Manager - Data Center Construction

Location WA - Pasco

Job Family Project Management

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Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services

• engineering and design

• construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are seeking a Project Manager - Data Center Construction to join our growing Data Center Innovations division in Pasco, WA . In this role, you will develop strategies, goals, and objectives for projects to ensure delivery of the project safely, on time and on budget with high client satisfaction.

Key responsibilities include:

Project Management

• Identify required resources and develop project plans, schedules, and scopes of work to achieve project goals.

• Serve as the primary contact for project engineering staff during construction and transition activities between project phases.

• Communicate with the General Contractor, Architect, Engineer, Owner, and other stakeholders to support project execution.

• Define project responsibilities for management, engineering, and field staff, and coach team members to ensure accountability.

• Assist the business development team in responding to requests for proposal and bid processes.

• Assess site safety, implement actions to prevent injury, and ensure safety compliance for all on-site personnel.

Project Controls

• Assumes financial responsibility for project including accurate, timely and relevant reporting to stakeholders.

• Facilitates invoice payments from clients and to subcontractors.

• Reviews and approves subcontractor billing.

• Prepares client and subcontractor change orders.

• Monitors, controls and reports on the financial performance of projects.

• Drafts subcontracts and purchase agreements.

• Monitors and proofs change issue log.

• Document Control associated with Design Drawings, Permits, RFI’s, Submittals, etc.

• Prepares or supervises the preparation of Submittals, Operation & Maintenance Manuals, Expediting Reports, Change Order Log, RFI log, Correspondence Log, etc.

• Assesses any potential job cost impacts, submits, negotiates and tracks all change orders requests.

• Prepares or supervises the preparation of Job Start and Project Closeout materials.

• Reviews contracts, drawings, specifications and other resources to answer questions in a timely manner.

• Evaluates bid estimates, develops cost codes, establishes definitive budgets, develops manpower plan with Superintendents, and monitors field labor progress.

• Takes responsibility for the development and implementation of a comprehensive construction execution plan, including Safety and Quality Assurance.

• Delivers accurate and timely data to support project forecasts.

Team Management

• Coaches and mentors project team members.

• Develops project staffing plans to include labor, subcontractors, etc.

• Acts as steward of McKinstry culture; communicate and influence policies and procedures.

• Establishes, leads and documents assigned meetings.

• Define individual project responsibilities and accountabilities.

Other duties as assigned.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

• Proficiency in all Senior Construction Project Engineer responsibilities.

• BA/BS in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, or comparable degree required.

• Completion of OSHA 30 Class is required.

• 5-7 years of experience in project engineering or construction is required.

• Experience working for a General Contractor.

• Experience on large data center projects is required.

• Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Project Manager (CPM), LEED, DBIA professional designations preferred.

• Basic estimating skills required.

• Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD), CPM professional designation is preferred.

• Demonstrates an understanding of accounting and financial management preferred

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay

• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan

• Paid time off and holidays

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance.

• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave.

• Transgender inclusive benefits

• Commuter benefits

• Pet insurance

• “Building Good” paid community service time.

• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University.

• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers.

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $93,600 - $147,060 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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