Senior Project Manager - Data Center Construction

Senior Project Manager - Data Center Construction

Location: Des Moines, IA

Metric Geo is seeking a Senior Project Manager for an immediate opening in Des Moines, IA.

This opportunity is an on-site position and is available on a travelling basis with per diem and flights home provided as part of the package.

This role involves providing overall on-site administrative and technical management for mission-critical construction projects within the electrical division of our client.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise construction efforts to ensure projects align with design, budget, and schedule, including interfacing with customer and A-E representatives, contractors, and more.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee on-site functions such as scheduling, engineering, material control, and day-to-day management of administrative staff.
• Collaborate with estimating and preconstruction teams to set project budgets and understand project scope.
• Oversee CFCI and OFCI vendors to ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials.
• Mentor and coach the site team to achieve personal and professional development goals.
• Maintain updated project logs, reports, and documentation.
• Use ERP systems to generate monthly projections, cash flow projections, and KPIs.
• Create internal and external reports to track status, trends, forecasts, earned value, and other deliverables.
• Identify, analyze, and communicate project risks to management and customers.
• Assist the project management team with addressing project impacts, constraints, RFIs, and document updates affecting field productivity.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures and job site safety standards.
• Lead and support team initiatives.
• Manage subcontractor and vendor RFPs and ensure compliance with the Purchasing Program.
• Review estimates and change orders per the Estimating Review Policy.
• Supervise craft employees and/or contractors as required.
• Provide technical assistance, including interpreting drawings and recommending construction methods.
• Initiate and manage extra work estimating and change orders.
• Drive productivity, efficient use of materials, and project contractual performance.
• Foster positive relationships with customers, field staff, and office personnel.
• Support business development by participating in calls and engaging potential customers.

Competencies:

• Problem-solving and multitasking ability
• Attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Consideration and tact
• Customer-focused approach
• Dependability and trustworthiness
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including MS Project)
• Strong organizational skills and self-motivation
• Initiative and sound judgment

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Construction Management, or a related field
• 10 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in project management software platforms
• Experience with hyperscale data center projects, processes, and requirements is preferred but not required

If you're looking for a new opportunity to manage Electrical projects in the Mission Critical industry, this is the role for you, apply and we'll be in touch.