Senior Project Manager

Mission Critical Construction | Data Centers

About GOR Group

At GOR Group, we connect exceptional talent with leading organizations shaping the future of mission-critical infrastructure. Our clients are at the forefront of data center construction, digital infrastructure, and advanced technology, delivering some of the most complex and high-profile projects across North America.

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager on behalf of one of our clients. This individual will play a critical leadership role overseeing large-scale mission-critical construction projects while ensuring exceptional project execution, financial performance, and client satisfaction.

If you're an experienced construction leader with a passion for delivering complex projects in fast-paced environments, we'd love to hear from you.

Senior Project Manager

The Senior Project Manager serves as the primary leader responsible for the successful execution of multiple construction projects from initiation through closeout. This role provides overall project leadership, financial oversight, client relationship management, and team development while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This position requires an experienced leader capable of managing large teams, coordinating subcontractors and vendors, overseeing complex project schedules, and driving operational excellence throughout every phase of construction.

Position Details

• Exempt, Salaried Position (Compensation based on experience)
• Schedule: Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Additional evening/weekend work as project demands require
• Location: Onsite daily in Bowling Green, Ohio
• Travel: Up to 15%

Key Responsibilities

Safety Leadership

• Champion a culture of safety across all project activities.
• Ensure compliance with all company safety programs and client site requirements.
• Promote proactive safety planning and accident prevention.

Project Leadership

• Lead and mentor assigned Project Management team members.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, schedule, and budget objectives.
• Develop project execution strategies and oversee implementation.
• Identify project risks and implement corrective action plans.
• Lead by example while fostering accountability and collaboration.

Project Execution

• Ensure all project deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Oversee installation strategies utilizing industry best practices.
• Monitor project milestones, schedules, and overall performance.
• Manage subcontractors and vendors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Review project progress and implement recovery plans when necessary.

Financial Management

• Maintain accountability for project profitability.
• Monitor budgets, forecasting, labor, equipment, and material costs.
• Prepare and present financial reports and project performance metrics.
• Identify and manage change orders and cost impacts.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Develop strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Provide regular project updates and executive-level reporting.
• Support estimating efforts, constructability reviews, and value engineering initiatives.
• Maintain a customer-first approach throughout project delivery.

Operational Excellence

• Support Lean Construction initiatives and continuous improvement.
• Utilize construction technology platforms to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost control.
• Assist in developing standard operating procedures and best practices.
• Encourage innovation and process improvements across project teams.

Team Development

• Mentor project staff and future leaders.
• Support employee training and professional development.
• Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

Required

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or a related field (equivalent experience considered).
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive construction management experience.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale structured cabling, technology infrastructure, or mission-critical construction projects.
• Experience leading multi-million-dollar commercial construction projects.
• Strong financial management and project forecasting experience.
• Experience managing project schedules and construction teams of 60+ field personnel.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and multiple project delivery methods including:
  • Lump Sum / Fixed Price
  • Cost Plus
  • Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP)
  • Unit Price
  • Design-Build
  • Time & Material

Technical Knowledge

Strong working knowledge of:

• Primavera P6
• Project scheduling
• Cost forecasting
• Schedule Performance Index (SPI)
• Cost Performance Index (CPI)
• PMBOK principles
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Bluebeam
• Procore
• Textura
• Construction management software platforms

Preferred Experience

Experience supporting:

• Hyperscale Data Centers
• Mission Critical Facilities
• Structured Cabling Infrastructure
• Technology Construction
• Large Commercial Construction
• New Build and Retrofit Data Center Projects

Experience managing:

• Structured Cabling Installations
• Mission Critical Infrastructure
• Multi-disciplinary construction teams
• Large subcontractor workforces

Preferred Certifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Certification (required within six months if not currently held)
• BICSI RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer)
• BICSI RTPM (Registered Telecommunications Project Manager)
• PMP (Project Management Professional)

Leadership Competencies

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strategic decision-making
• Advanced leadership abilities
• Financial and business acumen
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Client relationship management
• Conflict resolution
• Team development and coaching
• Organizational excellence
• Attention to detail
• Adaptability in fast-paced environments

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position includes direct supervisory responsibility for project management personnel and field leadership.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GOR Group is proud to partner with organizations that do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status, and endorses those policies and practices which seek to recruit, hire, train and promote the most qualified persons into available jobs.

About the GOR Group:

At GOR Group, we believe in Grit Over Resume.

We understand that great talent does not always come from a perfectly matched resume. While experience and technical skills matter, we know that some of the most successful professionals are those who demonstrate the character, determination, and drive to learn, adapt, and deliver results.

We value individuals who demonstrate:

• Leadership
• Accountability
• Problem Solving
• Adaptability
• Strong Communication
• Continuous Learning
• A Willingness to Take on Challenges
• A Strong Work Ethic
• The Ability to Grow and Develop in New Environments

If your experience does not align with every requirement, but you believe you can make an impact, we encourage you to apply.

At GOR Group, we look beyond job titles and keyword matches. We focus on identifying individuals who bring the right attitude, work ethic, leadership, and technical capability to help our clients succeed. We partner with organizations across the mission critical, data center, manufacturing, commissioning, construction, and infrastructure industries to connect them with professionals who are ready to contribute, grow, and build meaningful careers.

If you're ready to help build the next generation of digital infrastructure while advancing your career in one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, we'd love to hear from you.

Know Someone Who Might Be a Fit?

GOR Group believes in Grit Over Resume. Great talent often comes through strong networks and referrals from industry professionals.

If you know someone in the mission critical, data center, manufacturing, commissioning, construction, or infrastructure industries who may be open to new opportunities, we offer a $500 referral bonus for successful placements. If your referral is hired and completes the required employment period, we'll reward you for helping connect great talent with great opportunities.

Reach out to our team to learn more about our referral program and current openings.