Construction Manager – Data Center Projects

Bowling Green, OH 43402

The Construction Manager is a senior, onsite leadership role responsible for directing all phases of data center construction, with a strong emphasis on structured cabling, low‑voltage systems, safety, and field team performance. This position oversees daily site operations, ensures technical excellence, drives schedule and budget adherence, and serves as the primary onsite partner for the client.

This role requires a hands‑on leader with deep technical knowledge, strong supervisory experience, and the ability to manage large field teams in fast‑paced, mission‑critical environments.

Position Details

• 1 opening

• Hire Options:

  • Direct Hire: Up to $145,000/year (must be open to up to 50% U.S. travel after local project completion)

  • Contract or Contract‑to‑Hire: $62.50–$69.71/hr (exempt weekly salary broken down hourly for invoicing)

• Schedule: Mon–Fri, 7:00am–4:00pm (after‑hours/weekends as needed)

• Location: Daily onsite at client site in Bowling Green, OH 43402

  • New site expected to be fully operational within 4–6 months

  • Two nearby active sites currently supported

• Travel: 15%–50%, depending on project phase (higher after local project completion)

• Supervision: Direct oversight of 60–100+ field technicians (union experience required)

• Interview Process (all virtual):

  • 1st: 30 minutes with Recruiter

  • 2nd: 45 minutes with Program Manager

  • 3rd: 30 minutes with HR Business Partner

Role Summary

The Construction Manager leads all onsite construction activities for large‑scale data center projects, including planning, installation, testing, commissioning, and closeout. This role ensures safety compliance, manages labor and scheduling, resolves design conflicts, oversees quality control, and maintains strong client relationships. The CM is the senior subject‑matter expert for structured cabling, fiber systems, and low‑voltage infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Leadership

• Champion a zero‑incident safety culture across all site activities

• Enforce safety standards, compliance requirements, and continuous improvement practices

• Support incident investigations, root‑cause analysis, and corrective actions

Construction Operations Management

• Lead development and execution of project plans, installation strategies, and site logistics

• Maintain and manage 5‑week look‑ahead schedules, labor forecasts, and daily progress tracking

• Coordinate with Project Management and Procurement to ensure timely material delivery and staging

• Oversee daily field operations to meet production goals, budget targets, and schedule milestones

Technical Oversight & Standards Compliance

• Serve as the senior SME for structured cabling, low‑voltage systems, and fiber installations

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

• Lead testing and commissioning activities (OTDR, power meter validation, labeling, QA protocols)

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

Field Team Leadership

• Manage large field teams (60–100+ technicians), including union crews

• Conduct hiring, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations

• Provide technical coaching to elevate workmanship and productivity

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and craftsmanship

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary onsite liaison for the client

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

• Proactively address workflow challenges, delays, installation issues, and tactical execution needs

Quality Control & Documentation

• Oversee QA/QC processes, punch‑list resolution, and adherence to quality standards

• Conduct daily walkthroughs to identify issues, hazards, or inefficiencies

• Ensure accurate documentation, labeling, pathway management, and installation records

• Support preventative maintenance planning and inspections

Change Management

• Own the change management process, identifying scope impacts early

• Communicate changes promptly and drive resolution to maintain alignment with schedule and budget

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of construction management experience on large‑scale structured cabling or data center projects

• Experience managing large field teams (60–100+), including union crews

• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety best practices

• Proficiency with:

  • MS Office, Bluebeam, Primavera P6

  • Schedule Performance Index (SPI) and Cost Performance Index (CPI)

  • Construction management platforms

• Working knowledge of:

  • ISP systems, OTDR testing

  • Cabling standards, labeling, documentation

  • Rack/stack, infrastructure layouts

  • Quality control and punch‑list resolution

  • Vendor and cross‑trade coordination

• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and construction schedules

• Experience identifying design discrepancies and managing RFIs and technical change control

• Strong communication, leadership, and conflict‑resolution skills

Preferred Certifications

• OSHA‑30 (or ability to obtain within 6 months)

• BICSI Technician (TECH)

• BICSI RCDD

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 3–5 years of CM experience in data center or structured cabling environments

• High focus on safety, compliance, and workforce leadership

• Strong technical understanding of fiber, low‑voltage systems, and commissioning

• Experience directing onsite technicians performing rack, stack, and cabling work

• Skilled in coordinating structured cabling installs, re‑routes, and cleanup efforts

• Experience supporting new build‑outs, expansions, and containerized/fixed facilities

• Strong documentation, auditing, and quality‑control capabilities