Construction Manager

5C Data Centers is seeking a highly driven Onsite Construction Manager to lead day-to-day on-site construction activities at our Springfield, Ohio (CMH01) data center campus. This role is critical to ensuring the successful delivery of hyperscale and AI-ready infrastructure—on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

This is a hands-on, field-based leadership role requiring strong coordination across general contractors, subcontractors, engineering teams, OEMs and commissioning agents, as well as internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and has deep experience in mission-critical or large-scale infrastructure construction.

Key Responsibilities:

Site Leadership & Execution

• Serve as the primary onsite representative for all construction activities at the Springfield campus
• Oversee daily construction operations, ensuring alignment with project schedules, milestones, and deliverables
• Monitor contractor performance, productivity, and adherence to scope

Project Coordination

• Act as the central liaison between construction, engineering, design, and operations teams
• Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, commissioning agents and vendors to resolve field issues quickly
• Lead daily/weekly site meetings, progress reviews, and reporting

Schedule & Budget Management

• Track project schedules and proactively identify risks to timelines
• Support cost control efforts, change order review, and budget tracking
• Escalate risks and delays with recommended mitigation strategies

Quality Assurance

• Ensure all work meets design specifications, industry standards, and company expectations
• Conduct regular site inspections and enforce quality control processes
• Support commissioning readiness and turnover to operations

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce strict adherence to OSHA regulations and site safety protocols
• Promote a culture of safety across all contractors and vendors
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal construction requirements

Stakeholder Communication

• Provide clear, concise reporting to leadership on project status, risks, and milestones
• Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
• Support executive-level updates as needed

Qualifications & Requirements:

Required

• 7–12+ years of construction management experience, in data centers including familiarity with MEP systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), especially critical systems (power, cooling)
• Proven experience managing on-site construction for complex, multi-phase projects
• Strong knowledge of:
• Construction methods, scheduling, and sequencing
• Safety regulations (OSHA)
• Contract administration and change management
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred

• Experience in hyperscale data center or AI infrastructure builds
• Experience working in fast-track or startup environments
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field