Senior Construction Project Manager (Data centers)

About Ascendion

Ascendion is an AI-native software engineering disruptor helping businesses innovate faster, smarter, and with greater impact. We partner with enterprise clients across North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC to solve complex challenges in data, experience design, software product engineering, and workforce transformation. Powered by expert engineers, thousands of AI agents, and our Engineering to the Power of AI (EngineeringAI) method, we deliver measurable outcomes that build trust, unlock value, and accelerate growth.

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About the Role

We are seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee the construction and delivery of leased data center facilities. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong construction project management experience who can independently manage multiple priorities, projects, schedules, and deadlines.

This role will serve as a key point of contact between the construction/lease provider team and internal project stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage construction activities and deliverables for leased data center facilities through Ready for Service (RFS).
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the lease provider, contractors, and internal project stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site walks to monitor construction progress, quality, safety, and overall project execution.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, security, environmental health & safety, and other project stakeholders.
• Manage lease providers and construction partners to ensure compliance with contractual requirements and project standards.
• Attend and participate in Owner/Architect/Contractor (OAC) meetings and other construction/project meetings.
• Track project scope, schedule, budget, risks, milestones, and deliverables.
• Prepare and provide weekly project status reports covering progress, schedule, budget, risks, and key issues.
• Review construction schedules, identify potential delays, and drive corrective actions.
• Facilitate decision-making, resolve project issues, and manage changes throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Apply strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills to drive project outcomes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and share lessons learned across projects.
• Ensure construction activities are performed in accordance with safety requirements and applicable standards.
• Work independently while supporting the broader project delivery team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of construction project management experience, preferably supporting data centers or mission-critical facilities.
• 5+ years of project scheduling experience.
• Experience managing large, multi-faceted construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, contractors, schedules, and project deliverables.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Experience working in an active construction/site environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with data center construction and critical infrastructure.
• Familiarity with data center cooling/mechanical systems.
• Experience with Primavera P6 or similar scheduling software.
• PMP certification.
• LEED certification.
• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent safety training.
• Degree or professional experience in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Ability to read and understand commercial lease agreements and construction-related contracts.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The salary for this position is between $160,000 - $180,000 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. The Paid time off benefits meet the paid sick and safe time laws that pertains to the City/ State] [10-15 days of paid vacation time] [6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per calendar year] [Ascendion Learning Management System]

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