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Project Manager, Data Center

Peyton Resource Group

Dekalb, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Billing, Budget Management, Budgeting, Change Management, Change Requests/Orders, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Management, Construction Projects, Construction Safety, Continuous Improvement, Cost Forecasting, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Management, Decision Support, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Expense Management, Financial Management, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Industry Standards, Infrastructure Construction, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Network Operations Center, OSHA, Onboarding, Operational Strategy, Operations, Operations Planning, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Plan Meetings, Primavera, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project Evaluation, Project Execution, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer), RTPM (Registered Telecommunication Project Manager), Regulatory Compliance, Resource Utilization, Risk Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, Service Delivery, Service Level Agreement (SLA), Status Reports, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Recruiting, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Quality Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Dekalb, IL
POSTED
1 day ago
Position Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager –Data Center Operations to lead large-scale data center infrastructure projects. This individual will oversee day-to-day field operations, project execution, budgeting, scheduling, safety, quality, and vendor management while ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction or telecom project manager with a strong background in structured cabling, fiber infrastructure, and large mission-critical facilities.
Position Details
Opening: 1 (Immediate Need)

Employment Options:
  • Contract: $62.50–$65.00/hour (weekly salary structure for invoicing purposes;potential for extension or direct hire)
  • Direct Hire: Up to $135, 000 annually
    • Must be willing to travel approximately 15–50% throughout the United States

Schedule
  • Monday–Friday
  • Standard site hours: 7: 00 AM –4: 00 PM
  • Occasional evenings or weekends may be required to support project needs.

Work Location
  • Fully onsite
  • DeKalb, IL 60115
Interview Process
  1. Technical Recruiter Interview (approximately 30 minutes)
  2. Program Director Interview (approximately 60 minutes)
  3. HR Interview (approximately 30 minutes)
Key Responsibilities Project Leadership
  • Manage all phases of large-scale data center construction and infrastructure projects.
  • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules.
  • Oversee daily field operations, resource planning, and work prioritization.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Lead planning meetings, project reviews, and stakeholder communications.
  • Manage project scope, schedules, risks, and change requests.
Operations & Execution
  • Coordinate structured cabling, fiber infrastructure, and physical layer deployments.
  • Monitor service delivery and project performance against established KPIs and SLAs.
  • Serve as the primary onsite escalation point for project activities.
  • Drive process improvements and standardize operational procedures.
Safety & Quality
  • Enforce all safety policies and site compliance requirements.
  • Lead QA/QC efforts for structured cabling and infrastructure installations.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, construction practices, and project documentation requirements.
  • Identify project risks early and implement mitigation strategies.
Financial Management
  • Support project budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking.
  • Monitor vendor performance and approve invoices.
  • Manage project expenditures while maintaining budget objectives.
  • Experience working with multiple contract models including:
    • GMP
    • Design-Build
    • Fixed Price
    • Cost Plus
    • Time & Materials
Communication & Stakeholder Management
  • Serve as the primary liaison between project teams, subcontractors, leadership, and clients.
  • Deliver regular project updates, executive presentations, and status reports.
  • Coordinate onboarding, staffing, and resource utilization.
  • Facilitate planning sessions, project reviews, and issue resolution meetings.
Continuous Improvement
  • Identify opportunities to improve project execution and operational efficiency.
  • Analyze project data to support informed decision-making.
  • Adapt quickly to evolving processes, technologies, and customer requirements.
Required Qualifications
  • Minimum 5 years of experience managing telecom or data center construction projects in a leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • Structured cabling
    • Fiber optic infrastructure
    • Cable management systems
    • Cable audits
  • Experience with:
    • Cost forecasting
    • Budget management
    • Change management
    • Safety enforcement
    • Quality control
    • Vendor management
  • Experience leading teams of 40–70+ personnel, including technicians, project administrators, safety professionals, and construction managers.
  • Experience working in union environments, particularly alongside IBEW labor.
  • Comfortable managing both internal employees and subcontractor teams.
  • Strong presentation and executive communication skills.
  • Highly organized with excellent problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Experience
  • Large-scale data center construction projects.
  • Structured cabling infrastructure deployments.
  • Mission-critical facilities.
  • Experience across multiple construction delivery methods.
Technical Skills
Experience with the following is highly preferred:
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Primavera P6
  • Procore
  • Bluebeam
  • Textura
  • Scheduling Performance Index (SPI)
  • Cost Performance Index (CPI)
Education
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline is preferred. Equivalent industry experience will also be considered.
Preferred Certifications
  • OSHA 30 (required within 60 days of hire if not already obtained)
  • PMI PMP
  • BICSI RCDD
  • BICSI RTPM

About the Company

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Peyton Resource Group

Established in 2001, Peyton Resource Group is a solution-based staffing company that matches businesses with top talent for short-term, long-term or permanent needs. People are a business’s most valuable asset. Peyton Resource Group is dedicated to helping companies find the best talent, matching professionals with jobs where they will thrive. With locations in Dallas/Fort Worth, San Antonio and Austin, we are available to serve your staffing needs throughout Texas and across the country.
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.prg-usa.com/

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