Data Center Substation Construction Manager

Fleet Data Centers designs, builds and operates mega-scale data center campuses. Fleet provides its customers flexibility and predictability to meet their upside demand forecasts, addressing a key need in the market as traditional leased models are struggling to keep pace with the demand for new Cloud and AI infrastructure. Fleet is led by a team of industry veterans that have already made a lasting imprint on the evolution of global digital infrastructure and are committed and uniquely capable of upleveling data center development scale and operations in the face of rising demand. Fleet is well positioned to bring in-house design, engineering and operational capabilities to collaborate with customers on tailored solutions for campuses of 500MW+. This unique model enables Fleet to provide the world's largest and most sophisticated customers a seamless extension of their own data center fleets with constant access to design innovation. Fleet is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with satellite offices in Seattle, WA and Arlington, VA.

This position is located in Sparks, NV and requires the candidate to be on-site. This employee will need be located full-time within a commutable distance to the project site.

Position Overview

The Data Center Substation Construction Manager plays a critical role in the successful delivery of Fleet's large-scale, mission-critical power infrastructure. Reporting to the Sr. Construction Manager, this role is responsible for managing the construction and delivery of on-site and campus substations, ensuring projects are executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with technical, regulatory, and quality standards.

This role collaborates closely with internal power engineering, design, commissioning, and operations teams, as well as utilities, EPC partners, and specialty contractors, to deliver reliable electrical infrastructure that supports hyperscale data center operations.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Manage all phases of substation construction, including site preparation, foundations, equipment installation, testing, and turnover.
• Support preconstruction activities such as constructability reviews, sequencing, and site logistics planning.
• Track and manage schedules, budgets, and quality objectives for substation scope.
• Coordinate activities of EPCs, electrical contractors, civil contractors, and equipment vendors.
• Monitor construction progress and proactively identify and resolve schedule, scope, or technical risks.
• Lead or participate in site-based coordination meetings, inspections, energization planning, and turnover activities.

Technical & Quality Oversight

• Oversee installation of substation equipment, including transformers, switchgear, breakers, buswork, grounding systems, and protection & control systems.
• Ensure compliance with approved design documents, utility requirements, NEC/NESC standards, and applicable codes.
• Review substation-related submittals, RFIs, method statements, and field changes.
• Support factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and commissioning activities.
• Drive quality control and documentation standards using Procore or equivalent project management systems.

Budgeting & Contracts

• Assist in managing substation construction budgets, cost tracking, and forecasting.
• Support RFP processes, bid evaluations, and contractor selection for substation-related scopes.
• Review change orders and scope clarifications related to electrical and utility infrastructure.
• Identify cost, schedule, and risk mitigation opportunities throughout execution.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Serve as a primary point of contact for substation construction coordination across internal teams, utilities, EPC partners, and contractors.
• Provide regular progress updates, risk assessments, and milestone reporting to project leadership.
• Support alignment between construction, commissioning, and operations teams to ensure successful energization and turnover.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and collaboration on site.

Risk, Safety, and Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to all environmental, health, and safety requirements, particularly high-voltage safety standards.
• Support risk mitigation planning related to utility interfaces, long-lead equipment, energization sequencing, and commissioning readiness.
• Assist with regulatory, permitting, and utility coordination requirements as needed.

Why Sparks, NV?

• No state income tax
• Proximity to Reno / Tahoe
• Lower cost of living than Bay Area / Seattle
• Growing data center hub

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience managing electrical infrastructure or substation construction projects.
• 3+ years of experience reading and interpreting electrical drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• 3+ years of experience supporting medium-to-high-voltage substation construction and utility coordination.
• 3+ years' working knowledge of substation equipment, protection and control systems, grounding, and testing procedures.
• 3+ years of experience with Procore and Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting data centers or other mission-critical facilities.
• Familiarity with utility interconnection processes and energization planning.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented self-starter comfortable working in a fast-paced, on-site construction environment.

Expected Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000 base + Discretionary Bonus


Fleet Data Centers Employment

Fleet Data Centers employees enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K program, standard paid holidays, and unlimited PTO.


NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the organization's ongoing needs.

Fleet Data Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io.