Data Center Construction - Construction Project Manager

About This Role

This role is for a Construction Project Manager specializing in data center construction, working within the Critical Environments team. The position involves leading challenging, high-visibility projects as an owner's representative, managing conflicts, and guiding decisions to keep projects on track. It suits an ambitious professional eager to take ownership and grow their career within a modern and energetic business.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage the full scope of projects while simultaneously managing components of others
• Mentor and lead teams while managing schedule, scope, and budget
• Lead project risk management, contingency planning, and schedule and budget recovery planning
• Achieve and maintain the client's vision as a trusted partner
• Ensure timely invoicing and collection
• Identify and secure add-services opportunities
• Maintain collaborative relationships with clients, A&E professionals, contractors/GCs, vendors, and other teams
• Anticipate project and team risks; solve complex challenges and conflicts
• Conduct requirements gathering and needs assessments

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in construction project management with a thorough understanding of the building design and construction process
• Bachelor's, Associate's, or equivalent experience in a construction-related discipline
• 2+ years of experience managing critical environment construction projects (e.g., data centers, labs, hospitals)
• MEP experience in ground-up construction
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, presentation, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ambitious, construction and project management-focused, and seeking a modern and energetic business that will empower you to grow your career

Benefits

• Recognized as a Top Workplace for over a decade
• Vacation starts on day one: accrue 3 weeks per year, plus a paid birthday off
• 8 sick days and 9 paid holidays annually for full-time employees
• Competitive benefits that support both personal and professional growth
• Bonuses
• 401(k) matching up to 8%

Important Details

• Work format: approximately 3-4 days onsite in Columbus, OH, subject to client needs

About the Company

MGAC is a global boutique consultancy dedicated to managing and representing clients' best interests. The company has been strong for 30 years in North America and is growing fast, consistently recognized as a Top Workplace with an employee-first mindset. It has a global reach, yet remains agile and client-focused like a boutique firm.