Project Manager - Data Centers

Overview Colliers Project Leaders is currently looking for a Project Manager to join our Owner's Rep team in Ashburn, VA; Portland, OR; Atlanta, GA; & Miami, FL. The Construction Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing all activities related to the delivery of the assigned datacenter construction project. You'll act as a liaison both internally and externally for construction services by interacting with Design Managers, personnel, clientele, consultants, contractors, and equipment vendors. Colliers Project Leaders seeks dynamic and driven individuals. We have a continually growing portfolio of large‑scale capital projects serving both private and public clients in multiple sectors throughout the US. We are looking for highly qualified individuals with an architecture, engineering, or construction background to join our existing team of talented project managers. Our ideal candidates desire to lead successful programs or projects and help our amazing clients improve their built environment. Responsibilities Oversee large‑scale construction projects that range from site development, ground‑up construction, data center buildouts and customer fit‑outs. Be knowledgeable in base building and tenant MEP systems and manage the design and implementation of these systems. Establish and maintain strong relationships with our general contractors, key subcontractors, equipment vendors and other consultants. Review all budgeting and scheduling deliverables for content and quality, drawing quality and adherence to internal budget and schedule goals. Act as a subject matter expert in construction matters with the business in evaluating potential customer leases and ongoing construction projects. Participate and lead budget and schedule meeting reviews with construction team personnel. Discuss discipline and project objectives, requirements and budgets with clientele, design staff, and senior leadership. Create and maintain project budgets and schedules for multiple sites in various stages of design/construction. Evaluate impacts of specific customer requirements. Provide oversight and assistance with ongoing construction projects. Escalate as needed for any project issues that arise. Personally conduct or delegate job‑site observations to ensure projects are adhering to budget and schedule targets. Participate in reviews with consultants and government agencies to properly coordinate the entitlements necessary for permitting/construction approvals. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering or related field. 4+ years of project management experience. 2+ years of data center construction experience. General contracting, construction management, equipment vendor or architecture experience preferred. Extensive familiarity and working knowledge of construction scheduling, project budgeting and cost controls. Working technical knowledge of MEP systems and how data centers operate. Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job‑related communications and verbal instructions and interactions. What We Offer At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as company‑sponsored activities. This dedication begins with supporting a work‑life balance through a generous compensation package that includes company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short‑ and long‑term disability insurance; life insurance; a company‑matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses. We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in‑house resource for hundreds of educational and self‑enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr