Premier national construction, development & facilities firm known for complex commercial and mission‑critical projects.
Lead data center projects from inception to commissioning, managing schedule, cost, and quality.
6 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Raleigh, NC
Onsite
Company Size
753 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction Services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Agricultural
Industrial
Corporate
Office
Data Centers
Education
Fine Arts
Culture
Role
Description
quantity takeoffs
rfp responses
design review
schedule management
cost management
client engagement
Ensure subcontractor management aligns with mission-critical expectations for quality and speed
Ensure internal lessons-learned sessions are completed to drive improvement in future mission-critical projects
Participate in relevant training, including technical, leadership, and professional development
Perform PM I/PM II functions when needed for project success
Oversee accurate quantity takeoffs for major scopes, including foundations, structure, and MEP-related pathways/supports
Lead RFP responses and strategy for hyperscale/colocation/data center opportunities
Lead design page-turns, focusing on technical requirements, redundancy (N, N+1, 2N), MEP integration, and constructability
Promote additional McGough services, including self-perform, industrial, FM, and development
Support and model the McGough Way
Identify training needs and support continuous development in scheduling, MEP understanding, commissioning, and cost management
Serve as Last Planner coach/champion in high-intensity schedule environments
Understand and enforce contract requirements—particularly SLAs for delivery timelines and performance testing
Ensure PM staff are effectively mentoring others and supporting company culture
Attend company and project management meetings
Review and understand project financial condition and profitability (PACE)
Lead interview and proposal preparation, ensuring alignment with mission-critical client expectations
Scope bid materials (concrete, rebar, structural components, etc.) with mission-critical sequencing in mind
Setting the standard for leadership, accountability, safety, and excellence
Identify and pursue early leads, supporting McGough’s presence in the mission-critical market
Provide oversight of construction scheduling, ensuring clarity around path of criticality
Drive preconstruction activities, including conceptual budgeting, MEP-heavy scoping, constructability review, and long-lead procurement strategy
Participate in business development activities, client engagements, industry conferences, and mission-critical networking events
Cultivate relationships with data center clients, cloud providers, owner’s reps, commissioning teams, and design partners
Assess project staffing needs and ensure the right technical resources are deployed
Management of project financials, including fee protection and cost certainty
Mentoring and developing project management staff for future leadership roles
Pursue new relationships with emerging data center clients and design firms
Review and vet proposed subcontractors, focusing on mission-critical expertise and capacity
Approve CPM schedules for self-perform scopes, ensuring alignment with MEP/commissioning milestones
Championing company initiatives while modeling strong collaboration
Lead implementation of PACE planning and production projections
Coach and mentor project management staff, developing future leaders in the data center space
Lead preconstruction schedule development, including MEP procurement timelines, energization milestones, and commissioning sequences
Engage in company-sponsored events
Support standard work practices and Lean initiatives
Ensure cost history and benchmarking data are captured to support future data center pursuits
Conduct lessons learned discussions with owners and internal teams, focusing on commissioning performance, system integration, and schedule predictability
Building and sustaining relationships with owners, owner’s reps, design partners, mission-critical subcontractors, commissioning agents, and suppliers
Review estimates prepared by project managers and estimating teams with emphasis on MEP, specialty systems, and long-lead equipment
Final review and signoff on subcontracts
Build and maintain relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants, commissioning firms, and subcontractors
Ensure scope, schedule, and budget alignment throughout preconstruction
Ensure strict adherence to McGough safety protocols, especially within energized and high-risk environments
Perform regular jobsite walks with project teams to validate work quality, progress, safety, and readiness for commissioning
Lead estimate presentations to owner/design teams, clearly communicating assumptions and risk analysis
Promoting the McGough Way and our mission-critical delivery culture
Requirements
commissioning
excel
construction management
mep
scheduling
15+ years
Experience with commissioning, integrated testing, or mission-critical turnover processes
Strong computer skills, including Excel and project management platforms
Thorough, detail-oriented, and highly organized work style
Experience with self-perform capabilities, ideally in concrete, structural, or MEP scopes
Four-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
Estimating and field experience, particularly with MEP-heavy scopes
Demonstrated ability to earn trust and build strong partnerships with owners, design teams, commissioning partners, and trade contractors
Understand equipment, rentals, tools, and resource allocations required for hyperscale data center delivery
Scheduling experience (e.g., CPM, pull planning, Last Planner)
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple demands in environments with aggressive schedule milestones
Strong collaboration and communication skills, particularly in technical and fast-paced environments
Client satisfaction across hyperscale, enterprise, and colocation operators
15+ years of relevant experience, including mission-critical, industrial, or large-scale commercial construction
Benefits
Travel: Overnight travel may be required depending on project location and client program
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1956
Year Founded
The company was established in this year, marking its origins as a local builder in Minnesota.
It operates across the U.S. from regional hubs, blending in-house construction with full-cycle real estate development.
Known for financial strength, it manages both public and private capital, delivering build-to-suit and investor-led projects.
Their portfolio features high-complexity work: hospitals, data centers, labs, warehouse plants, affordable housing, civic and cultural buildings.
They bring technical depth to mission-critical sectors like healthcare and high-tech, with drag-and-drop VDC, lean scheduling, safety and engineered-systems teams.
Their development arm scouts parcels in top metro areas—Minneapolis-St Paul, Dallas-Fort Worth, Raleigh-Durham, Austin, Des Moines and Omaha.
Typical projects include multi-family apartments, combined heat-and-power energy systems, university unions and community banks.
They also revive heritage structures, deliver arts venues, tribal facilities and complex industrial builds—with unusual breadth.
Their roots as a family-run, craft-oriented firm inform a collaborative, partner-first approach seen in long-standing client relationships.
A standout fact: McGough self-performs many trades and uses proprietary ‘Centers of Excellence’ teams to drive efficiency, innovation and quality.
Culture + Values
98%
Employee Satisfaction Rate
The company achieves a high employee satisfaction rate through its focus on creating a supportive and inclusive work environment.
4.9/5
Customer Satisfaction Score
The company consistently receives high ratings from customers, reflecting its commitment to delivering exceptional service.
15Years
Years of Continuous Improvement
The company has maintained a culture of continuous improvement over the past 15 years, fostering innovation and growth.
100% Safety Record
Accident-Free Work Environment
The company has an impressive safety record, with no reported accidents in its facilities over the past year.
Do the Right Thing
Strive for Excellence
We Care About People
Integrity Always
Customer Focused
Teamwork
Continuous Improvement
Environment + Sustainability
Net-zero by 2050
Carbon Emissions Goal
The company is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by the year 2050.
Focus on sustainable building practices
Reduce carbon footprint in construction and operations
Commitment to LEED-certified projects
Use of environmentally responsible materials and methods
Energy-efficient designs and construction techniques
Active in promoting green building certifications
Inclusion & Diversity
Commitment to creating an inclusive workplace
Focus on gender equality, with increasing female representation in construction roles
Diversity-focused recruitment strategies
Regular diversity and inclusion training for employees
Encouragement of diverse perspectives in decision-making processes