Senior Construction Manager

Description

The Senior Construction Manager oversees all phases of data‑center construction projects, from planning and design through commissioning and turnover, ensuring safety, schedule, cost control, quality craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction. This role provides leadership in construction‑management policies and cultivates key relationships with general contractors, trade partners, authorities having jurisdiction, and other essential vendors.

• Lead projects from inception through turnover, directing pre‑construction, construction, commissioning, and close‑out phases.
• Serve as primary liaison between design managers and general contractors, assuming full project leadership at mobilization.
• Organize and lead cross‑functional teams covering design, engineering, procurement, land enablement, operations, IT/network, sales, finance, legal, and brand strategy.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with general contractors, MEP trades, authorities having jurisdiction, and other key vendors.
• Manage project budgets from concept through turnover, using cost data to inform design decisions.
• Oversee up to 25+ external vendors per project, including contractors, design firms, commissioning agents, and equipment suppliers.
• Administer contracts, change orders, cost forecasts, and ensure internal controls are applied at each stage.
• Conduct inspections to verify quality, specifications, and schedule compliance.
• Report status, risks, and action plans to senior management and ensure timely communication with all stakeholders.
• Integrate with sales and solutions engineering teams during revenue generation to align technical deliverables.
• Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and cost‑saving initiatives across construction processes.
• Mentor and develop construction professionals, fostering a high‑performing team environment.

Requirements

Reporting to the Director of Construction Management, the position works closely with senior leadership and may require travel across North America, LATAM, South America, and EMEA. Projects are large, fast‑moving, and complex, demanding proactive coordination and strong leadership to drive successful outcomes.

Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field and bring at least nine years of progressive commercial construction experience, preferably with data‑center exposure. Strong knowledge of lean construction methods, various delivery and contract models, CPM scheduling, cost estimating, and industry software is required, along with excellent leadership and communication skills. Up to 50% travel may be expected.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 9+ years progressive experience managing commercial construction projects, with data‑center exposure preferred.
• Proven experience with lean construction methodologies and tools.
• Knowledge of multiple project delivery methods (IPD, design‑build, design‑bid‑build) and contract types (lump sum, CM at risk, GMP).
• Strong proficiency in CPM scheduling, cost estimating, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and construction‑industry software.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Adaptability to changing conditions and fast‑paced environments.
• Analytical problem‑solving and data‑driven decision making.
• Business acumen with focus on profitability and strategic alignment.
• Change‑management and cost‑conscious mindset.
• Customer‑service orientation and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ethical judgment, professionalism, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Strategic thinking and continuous innovation.

Benefits

At Aligned Data Centers we believe in passion, innovation, and operational excellence. Our culture is built on diversity, inclusion, sustainability, and a focus on delivering cutting‑edge data‑center solutions. Employees enjoy a generous benefits package, a 401(k) match with immediate vesting, free Gympass membership, and a competitive time‑off plan. We celebrate success, give back to the community, and foster a positive, collaborative environment where every voice matters.

Aligned offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, a 401(k) with employer match, bonus opportunities, paid time off, wellness benefits, and professional development resources. The company is committed to equal employment opportunity, diversity, and providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage.
• 401(k) plan with generous employer match and immediate vesting.
• Gympass membership for health and wellness.
• Paid time off and flexible vacation policy.
• Bonus opportunities and professional development programs.
• Inclusive culture that supports equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodations.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance