Construction Project Manager, Data Centers
Hybrid (Southern United States)$180k - $220kfull-timePosted 7mo ago
About the role
Construction Project Manager to lead buildout and operational readiness of Nebius data centers, overseeing construction from design review through commissioning and handover, ensuring regulatory compliance, budget and timeline adherence, and collaboration with architects, contractors, and authorities. Based in the Southern Region of the United States; exact location to be determined.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all phases of data center construction, from design review to commissioning and handover.
- Collaborate with architects, MEP consultants, contractors, and vendors to meet project specifications and timelines.
- Review design drawings and technical submittals for compliance with company standards and operational requirements.
- Manage change control, progress tracking, and budget adherence throughout the project lifecycle.
- Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for key systems such as UPS, chillers, generators, and switchgear.
- Serve as the primary liaison with local authorities, utilities, and regulatory bodies.
- Ensure all permits, licenses, and inspections (e.g., building, fire, electrical, environmental) are completed on schedule.
- Maintain compliance with local codes, safety standards, and data center industry best practices (e.g., ISO, Uptime Institute, TIA-942).
- Manage documentation and reporting for occupancy certification and operational approvals.
- Lead commissioning activities, ensuring all systems (electrical, mechanical, BMS, security, etc.) are fully tested and validated.
- Develop and implement SOPs and EOPs for facility systems.
- Train operations teams on site-specific systems, monitoring tools, and safety practices.
- Ensure smooth transition from construction to operations with full documentation and warranty records.
- After commissioning, oversee daily facility operations, preventive maintenance, and vendor management.
- Monitor and optimize Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) and energy efficiency.
- Implement sustainability and reliability improvements, including capacity planning and infrastructure upgrades.
- Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards across all facility operations.
Qualifications
- Experience in data center construction project management (preferred).
- Deep knowledge of data center infrastructure and operations.
- Strong collaboration with architects, contractors, and regulators.
- Proven ability to manage budgets, timelines, and vendor relationships.
- Experience with regulatory compliance and facility commissioning processes.
Skills
Required:Project managementRegulatory compliance and permittingVendor and contract management
Benefits
- Health insurance: 100% company-paid medical, dental and vision for employees and families.
- 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match and immediate vesting.
- Parental leave: 20 weeks paid for primary caregivers, 12 weeks for secondary caregivers.
- Remote work reimbursement up to $85/month for mobile and internet.
- Company-paid short-term, long-term, and life insurance coverage.
Last updated Oct 7, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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