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Data Center Construction Manager - NY/SF/Seattle/Austin
Posted 9 days 22 hours ago by Energi People
Full Time U.S.-Based 50%+ Travel On Site Leadership
We're seeking a seasoned Principal Construction Manager to lead the on site execution of fast paced, high density GPU data center builds across the U.S. and globally. Reporting to the Director of Data Center Construction, you'll be the boots on the ground leader ensuring delivery of safe, on schedule, and on budget facilities that meet some of the most demanding power and cooling specs in the industry.
This role is ideal for a construction leader who thrives under pressure, moves decisively in the field, and excels at coordinating cross trade execution in complex, mission critical environments.
What You'll Do- Drive end to end construction execution from site mobilization to substantial completion
- Enforce a zero incident safety culture across all contractors and trades
- Lead real time coordination of CSA and MEP scopes, resolving field conflicts efficiently
- Track daily site progress, resource loading, budget burn, and earned value
- Oversee QA/QC, RFI workflows, material submittals, and change order processes
- Interface with internal design, procurement, commissioning, and operations teams for seamless handoffs
- Travel regularly (50%+) to active construction sites and vendor facilities across the U.S.
- 10+ years of experience managing hyperscale, semiconductor, or mission critical construction projects ( 20 MW)
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field
- Deep understanding of CSA and MEP scopes, fast track build methods, and commissioning practices
- OSHA 30 certified (or equivalent) with strong familiarity with NFPA 70E, local codes, and permit processes
- Proven track record of delivering projects across multiple geographies on aggressive schedules
- Strong leadership skills - able to align trades, manage conflict, and drive execution
- Comfortable working from IFC plans, BIM/Revit models, and construction documentation in the field
- Willing and able to be on site from start to finish of major projects
This is a U.S.-based role. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. and willing to travel 50%+ to active project sites.
Ready to lead construction on the world's next generation AI infrastructure? Apply now or message us to learn more.
Energi People
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