Electrical Project Manager - Data Center Construction

Job Description

Data Center Construction | Project Manager | Electrical

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Location: Richmond, VA | Relocation Assistance: Available for qualified candidates

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Partnered with an ENR electrical contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager – Electrical to join its growing Data Center and Mission Critical team. This is a client-facing opportunity for an experienced electrical construction professional who has delivered large-scale, complex projects and understands the unique requirements of Data Center electrical infrastructure, distribution systems, cabling, and white space fit-out .

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The Project Manager will report directly to senior leadership and will have responsibility for the successful delivery of projects valued at $100M+ , working closely with clients, field teams, vendors, subcontractors, and internal leadership.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Ensure compliance with company, client, and project policies and procedures.
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• Maintain a strong focus on jobsite safety and adherence to national safety standards.
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• Generate estimates and review project proposals.
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• Establish project timelines, budgets, manpower requirements, and resource allocation for projects valued at $100M+.
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• Oversee project execution to ensure design, budget, schedule, quality, and client requirements are achieved.
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• Work directly with customers to understand and deliver against expectations before, during, and after project completion.
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• Coordinate with vendors to ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials and equipment.
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• Drive project billing and collections throughout the project lifecycle.
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• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, identify risks, and resolve issues.
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• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, employees, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
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• Assist senior leadership with forecasting future labor and material requirements.
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• Provide regular project reporting, updates, and financial information to senior management.
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• Forecast project financial performance and implement corrective action where required.
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• Develop project scopes, budgets, and execution plans.
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• Manage RFPs, change management processes, and change documentation.
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• Mentor and develop project team members and junior staff.
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• Support continuous improvement initiatives across project delivery, communication, organization, and leadership.
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Required Experience

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• 3+ years of Electrical Construction Project Management experience.
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• 1+ years of experience delivering large-scale, complex IT/Telecommunications Infrastructure projects, including Data Centers.
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• Demonstrated experience with Data Center electrical distribution systems, cabling, and white space fit-out.
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• Experience working on retrofits within operational facilities and projects involving cross-discipline critical facility systems.
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• Strong computer skills with the ability to quickly learn and adopt new systems.
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• Ability to remain organized and composed while working under tight deadlines and external pressure.
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• Strong scheduling, delegation, communication, and organizational skills.
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• Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts and solve problems tactfully.
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• Commitment to continued development of communication, organizational, and leadership capabilities.
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• Must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States without employer sponsorship. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Preferred Qualifications

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• Previous Mission Critical / Data Center construction experience .
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• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline, combined with relevant industry experience.
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• Equivalent combination of education, certifications, and industry experience will also be considered, including a Journeyman or Master Electrician license .
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• PMP or PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) certification.
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• Experience using Google Suite, Salesforce, and ConEst .
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Benefits include:

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• Medical and dental insurance with 100% of the employee premium covered
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• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
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• Vision insurance
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• Disability insurance
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• Basic and supplemental life insurance
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• Flexible Spending Accounts
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• Travel Accident Insurance
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• Paid vacation and holidays
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• Tuition reimbursement
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• College Coach Service
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• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
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This is an opportunity to join an established contractor with a significant presence across electrical construction, mechanical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure .

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The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering complex Data Center projects while working directly with senior leadership and major clients. The position offers exposure to large-scale projects, technical development, leadership opportunities, and a clear platform for continued career progression within the Data Center construction sector.

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Candidates with a strong background in electrical construction and Data Center / Mission Critical project delivery are encouraged to apply.

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