Data Center Construction Manager

Construction Manager  

At Black Box, we design, build, and support the world’s most demanding digital infrastructure environments.   We ’ re   searching for an experienced   Data Center Construction Manager   who thrives on largescale, complex projects and knows how to lead field teams to deliver flawless structured cabling and   low voltage   installations.  

This is a senior, onsite leadership role where   you'll   take full ownership of construction execution — from   day one   planning through commissioning and closeout — ensuring projects are safe, on schedule, fully compliant, and built to the   high standards   Black Box is known for.  

If   you ’ re   a   detail driven   leader with deep technical   expertise   in fiber and structured cabling systems — and the ability to guide large field teams to operational excellence — you ’ ll   feel at home here.  

Position Details:

• Exempt Salary position based upon experience & skill level

• Contract with possible contract extension or hire

• Standard site hours: Mon-Fri 7:00am-4:00pm

• Location: Client site - Bowling Green, OH

• Daily onsite presence   required.  

• Up to   15% travel   depending on project needs.  

• Direct supervision responsibilities included.  

  What   You ’ ll   Lead  

Own Safety as Priority #1  

• Model and enforce Black Box’s   Accident-Free   Everyday   safety culture.  

• Lead jobsite safety standards, compliance, and continuous improvement.  

• Support incident investigations, RCAs, and   data driven   lessons learned.  

Direct Data Center Construction Operations  

• Drive the development and implementation of project plans, installation strategies, and site   logistics.  

• Maintain and manage   5   week   lookahead schedules, labor forecasts, and daily progress tracking.  

• Coordinate with Project Management and Procurement to ensure   timely   delivery and staging of materials.  

• Oversee daily field operations to meet or exceed production goals, budget, and schedule milestones.  

Ensure Technical Excellence & Standards Compliance  

• Serve as the senior SME for data center   low voltage, structured cabling, and fiber installations.  

• Guarantee compliance with   ANSI/TIA,   BICSI,   NEBS, and all customer specifications.  

• Lead testing and commissioning activities including   OTDR, power meter validation, labeling standards, and quality assurance protocols.  

• Identify   design gaps, field conflicts, or changes; drive RFIs, clarifications, and scope adjustments.  

Lead, Mentor & Develop Field Teams  

• Manage large (100+) field technician teams—union or nonunion.  

• Conduct hiring, training, performance evaluations, and career development for onsite personnel.  

• Provide technical coaching and mentorship to accelerate crew capabilities and elevate work quality.  

• Foster a culture grounded in safety, collaboration, accountability, and craftsmanship.  

Be the Customer’s Trusted   Onsite   Partner  

• Act as the main construction operations liaison for the client.  

• Participate in customer meetings, site walks, technical discussions, and milestone reviews.  

• Proactively address challenges around workflow, delays, installation issues, or tactical execution.  

What You Need to Succeed  

Leadership & People Skills  

• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and mentor diverse field teams.  

• Skilled in conflict resolution, workforce planning, and managing competing priorities.  

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.  

Technical Expertise  

• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and best   in class   safety practices.  

• Mastery of   low voltage, fiber, and structured cabling installation for   mission critical   environments.  

• Advanced capability in commissioning, system validation, and telecom quality control processes.  

• Ability to interpret complex drawings, specifications, and construction schedules.  

• Experience   identifying   design discrepancies and managing technical change control.  

Operational & Digital Skills  

• Ability to build and manage work activity sequencing and project phasing plans.  

• Strong computer skills: MS Office, Bluebeam, and construction management platforms.  

• Ability to quickly learn new construction technologies and workflow tools.  

What You Bring  

• High School Diploma or GED   required.  

• 3–5+ years   of supervisory experience on largescale structured cabling or data center construction projects.  

• Experience managing large, dispersed field teams (100+).  

• Data center   new build   or retrofit experience strongly preferred.  

• Experience working with   union telecom crews   and labor compliance preferred.  

• Preferred certifications:   

• OSHA30   (or ability to obtain within 6 months)  

• BICSI Technician (TECH)  

• BICSI RCDD  

This job description is designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee; it is not meant to be all-inclusive for any one position. Job responsibilities and requirements are subject to change at any time due to business conditions or any other reason.

Why Black Box?   

Black Box is a leading global technology solutions provider with 2,500+ team members across 24 countries. We design, deploy, and manage world-class IT infrastructure solutions for some of the most demanding environments worldwide. We value innovation, ownership, transparency, and continuous growth—both in our business and our people. When you join Black Box, you join a team committed to delivering excellence and elevating the customer experience.