Commercial Construction Project Manager - Mission Critical

HITT Contracting•Santa Clara, CA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

A Project Manager with HITT’s Santa Clara office is responsible for the overall management and successful delivery of mission-critical and data center projects throughout the Bay Area. The Project Manager leads projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with HITT’s quality standards. This individual serves as a primary liaison among the client, design team, subcontractors, vendors, and internal project team. The Project Manager must understand the complex mechanical, electrical, controls, life-safety, and commissioning requirements associated with mission-critical construction while demonstrating the characteristics of a mid-level leader.

Requirements

High school diploma required
Five or more years of commercial construction experience with a general contractor
Direct experience managing mission-critical, data center, semiconductor, clean room, or similarly complex technical projects required
Strong understanding of MEP systems, long-lead procurement, testing, commissioning, and turnover processes
Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, change orders, and subcontractors
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and scopes of work
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Procore, Bluebeam, Adobe, JD Edwards, or comparable construction-management systems
Ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate clearly with clients, project teams, subcontractors, and senior leadership
Strong organizational, problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills
Commitment to continuous improvement, collaboration, integrity, and HITT’s core values
Ability to work from the Santa Clara office and assigned project sites throughout the Bay Area

Nice To Haves

A four-year degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or business is strongly preferred
Additional relevant construction experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

Responsibilities

Maintain adherence to HITT’s safety and quality standards
Manage mission-critical and data center projects from preconstruction through final closeout
Develop, monitor, and manage project budgets, forecasts, schedules, and cost reports
Lead project meetings and communicate progress, risks, milestones, and financial performance to clients and internal leadership
Manage RFIs, submittments, procurement logs, pay applications, change orders, and project documentation
Coordinate closely with the superintendent and site operations team throughout the project
Oversee subcontractor performance, scope compliance, scheduling, and financial commitments
Review drawings, specifications, and scopes of work for accuracy, constructability, and coordination
Support procurement and installation of long-lead equipment and critical MEP systems
Coordinate with design teams, commissioning agents, utility providers, vendors, and trade partners
Manage complex project logistics, phased construction, equipment turnover, and work within active environments
Identify project risks and develop solutions that protect the interests of HITT and the client
Ensure quality-control plans, testing requirements, and commissioning activities are completed and documented
Lead project closeout, including punch-list completion, owner training, turnover documentation, and final acceptance
Mentor and support Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and other project team members
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and industry partners