Construction Manager - $4B Data Center Build

Job Title: Construction Manager
Location: Columbus, OH (Onsite — 5 days a week)
Compensation: $170k – $190k
Project: Confidential $4B Greenfield Data Center

Build Your Future on a Project That Defines the Industry.

We’re recruiting on behalf of a nationally recognized construction management firm — known for delivering some of the most complex and mission-critical data center projects in the U.S. As part of their expansion into the Columbus, OH market, they’re hiring a Construction Manager to support the execution of a confidential $4B greenfield data center development.

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced construction professional to take ownership of scheduling, vendor coordination, and field execution on one of the largest and most ambitious data center builds in North America.

About the Role

The Construction Manager will oversee all aspects of day-to-day operations on a high-velocity, large-scale construction site. You’ll collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders—driving execution from early planning through commissioning and final turnover. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who thrives under pressure, leads by example, and brings strong communication and coordination skills to the job site.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of construction from planning through closeout with a focus on performance certainty—safety, turnover dates, cost control, quality of work, and customer satisfaction

• Lead execution from preconstruction through commissioning; serve as primary field leader post-GC mobilization

• Coordinate across cross-functional workgroups including design, engineering, procurement, operations, IT, legal, finance, and brand

• Build and maintain relationships with general contractors, MEP/CSA trade partners, AHJs, design consultants, and suppliers

• Oversee 25+ external vendors on each project

• Actively manage and align project budgets through the design and construction phases

• Guide project design using cost data as an input during early planning

• Administer and track contracts, change orders, cost forecasts, and internal documentation

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, safety procedures, and project specifications

• Inspect work in place to confirm schedule, quality, and safety benchmarks are met or exceeded

• Report progress, risks, and plans to project leadership in a timely and proactive manner

• Coordinate with sales and solutions engineering teams to ensure client-facing technical deliverables are aligned and achieved

• Support commissioning, systems testing, and handover to operations

• Continuously improve construction management processes and drive partner innovation

• Operate with a mindset of efficiency, accountability, and performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in engineering, construction management, or a related field

• 5+ years of progressive experience managing commercial construction projects (data center experience strongly preferred)

• Experience with lean construction methodologies and field-driven execution models

• Familiarity with project delivery methods including IPD, Design-Build, and Design-Bid-Build

• Understanding of various contract types including lump sum, CM-at-Risk, and GMP

• Competence in CPM scheduling, cost estimation, proposal generation, and contract administration

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and industry-standard construction applications

• Strong working knowledge of MEP systems and data center infrastructure design

• Exceptional leadership, team-building, and communication skills

• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and lead teams in fast-paced, high-pressure environments

• Highly organized and detail-oriented

• Ability to travel as needed (up to 50% on occasion)

Benefits

• 50% of employee & family health insurance premiums paid

• 50% of employee dental coverage paid

• 100% employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance (up to $50,000)

• 401(k) with generous employer matching

• 80 hours vacation, 40 hours sick leave, and paid holidays (including one floating holiday)

• Career advancement opportunities within a growing portfolio of high-impact infrastructure projects

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