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Job Summary

The Senior Construction Project Manager is within the Global Design and Construction team (over 200 people) who deliver over 70 projects globally per year (in excess of $2B capex) supporting ground up construction of a new data center campus in Hampton GA. Directs day to day activities and operations of a large team of Construction/Operation Project Managers. Mentors junior team members and makes strong tactical decisions to resolve project issues. Manages Construction project costs, methods, and project team selection to meet project schedules and goals while working in a multi-faceted environment.

Overview

Responsible in all aspects of data center design & construction for respective project from project inception, through design, procurement, construction, commissioning and hand-over of an operating facility, that could include ground up construction, fit-outs, remodels, etc. The Project Manager may be responsible for one or more smaller projects or a single, extensive project and will direct all partners, internal (Design, Procurement, Operations, Security and IT/Network, as well as external vendors comprising Contractors, design teams, commissioning agents, equipment suppliers, etc. Responsible for driving a safe, quality first culture, ensuring that all applicable codes, standards, and good construction practices are followed. Ensuring that internal controls are adhered to at each step of the process through effective contract administration including generation, review, management, and monitoring of prime contracts, subcontracts, change orders, cost forecasts, and other pertinent documents and documentation.

Responsibilities

Management

• Provides guidance to Construction/Operations Project Managers who are driving the delivery to day-to-day Construction/Operations projects
• Sets goals for immediate team members

Project Management

• Manages multiple smaller projects or single larger construction project
• Lead by example on safety, standards, and culture
• Manage and monitor project progress, quality and compliance with building regulations
• Ensuring projects are meeting or exceeding company expectations
• Overview and management of project risk registers

Vendor Relations

• Directs external vendors per project comprising general contractors, A&E design teams, commissioning agents, equipment suppliers etc.
• Contributes to establishing and maintaining high value relationships

Training Programs

• Supports in identifying and developing training programs
• Supports cross-functional training

Contract Administration

• Manages contract administration procedures including generation, review, and monitoring of prime contracts, subcontracts, change orders, cost forecasts, and other pertinent documents and documentation
• Liaising with local authorities and relevant State agencies and departments.

Leadership

• Directs internal and external project team members including internal Design, Procurement, Operations, Commercial and IT/Network support teams
• Mentors junior team members as needed Policy & Procedure Development
• Manages maintaining best in class policies and procedures
• Manages project closure, handover and lessons learnt processes are established and implemented

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in construction, construction project management and /or Services engineering or with equivalent experience
• 10+ years experience in construction project management that will include critical Infrastructure for Datacenter, Pharmaceutical, Bio-tech or similar environments
• Ability to be on site at Hampton GA job site
• Customer focus
• Self-motivated and flexible
• In-depth knowledge of relevant statutory regulations and industry best practice
• Experienced in Construction procurement methodologies
• MS Office including MS Project, Excel and Visio skills

The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

• San Francisco, CA / Bay Area: $157,000 to $235,000 per year
• California (Non-SF/Bay Area), Connecticut, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Washington state: $150,000 to $224,000 per year
• Colorado, Nevada, Rhode Island: $136,000 to $204,000 per year

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

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