Senior Project Manager - Data Centers

Senior Project Manager - Data Centers

Location : Chicago, IL

Sector : Mission Critical / Data Centers

Employment Type : Full-time, Permanent

About the Opportunity

Our client is a national, employee-owned builder delivering large-scale mission critical and industrial projects across the U.S. As they expand their data center portfolio in the Midwest, they're seeking a proven Senior Project Manager to oversee ground-up data center construction.

The Role

The Senior Project Manager will oversee full lifecycle project delivery - managing schedules, budgets, subcontractors, risk, quality, and client expectations. You will influence strategy, ensure alignment across field and office teams, and serve as the main point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Lead projects from concept to completion, ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery

Own all project financials, including forecasting, cost tracking, risk management, and change orders

Develop and manage master schedules; coordinate with field operations and trade partners

Build strong client relationships and act as primary interface throughout the project lifecycle

Direct project engineers, coordinators, and other support staff; provide mentorship and performance feedback

Oversee procurement, subcontractor negotiations, contract administration, and compliance

Drive project meetings, documentation control, reporting, and stakeholder communication

Ensure quality standards, commissioning readiness, and project handover requirements are met

Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and additional work with existing clients

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

8–12+ years of experience in construction or engineering project management

Proven track record delivering large, complex projects.

Strong understanding of MEP scopes.

Proficient in project management and construction software (Procore, P6, Bluebeam, MS Project, etc.)

Excellent communication, leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

Ability to travel and support projects on site as needed

What's on Offer

Competitive salary, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.

Employee-ownership program with long-term growth potential.

Opportunity to lead high-impact projects for a respected national builder.