Data Center Principal Construction Manager

Principal Construction Manager – Data Center Builds

️ Full-Time | U.S.-Based | 50%+ Travel | On-Site Leadership

We’re seeking a seasoned Principal Construction Manager to lead the on-site execution of fast-paced, high-density GPU data center builds across the U.S. and globally. Reporting to the Director of Data Center Construction, you’ll be the boots-on-the-ground leader ensuring delivery of safe, on-schedule, and on-budget facilities that meet some of the most demanding power and cooling specs in the industry.

This role is ideal for a construction leader who thrives under pressure, moves decisively in the field, and excels at coordinating cross-trade execution in complex, mission-critical environments.

What You’ll Do

• Drive end-to-end construction execution from site mobilization to substantial completion

• Enforce a zero-incident safety culture across all contractors and trades

• Lead real-time coordination of CSA and MEP scopes, resolving field conflicts efficiently

• Track daily site progress, resource loading, budget burn, and earned value

• Oversee QA/QC, RFI workflows, material submittals, and change-order processes

• Interface with internal design, procurement, commissioning, and operations teams for seamless handoffs

• Travel regularly (50%+) to active construction sites and vendor facilities across the U.S.

✅ What You Bring

• 10+ years of experience managing hyperscale, semiconductor, or mission-critical construction projects (≥ 20 MW)

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field

• Deep understanding of CSA and MEP scopes, fast-track build methods, and commissioning practices

• OSHA 30 certified (or equivalent) with strong familiarity with NFPA 70E, local codes, and permit processes

• Proven track record of delivering projects across multiple geographies on aggressive schedules

• Strong leadership skills — able to align trades, manage conflict, and drive execution

• Comfortable working from IFC plans, BIM/Revit models, and construction documentation in the field

• Willing and able to be on-site from start to finish of major projects

   

This is a U.S.-based role. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. and willing to travel 50%+ to active project sites.

Ready to lead construction on the world’s next-generation AI infrastructure? Apply now or message us to learn more.