Construction Managers, Daleville, VA - Data Center

World Wide Professional Solutions•Daleville, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

WORLD WIDE PROFESSIONAL SOLUTIONS is seeking many highly skilled and motivated Construction Managers to join our growing Data Center Construction Management team supporting a large-scale data center facilities in Daleville, VA near Roanoke, VA. The Construction Manager (CM) will be responsible for direct, on-site oversight of construction execution, providing leadership in safety, schedule performance, quality, and field coordination. Reporting to the Senior Construction Manager and Project Management leadership, this role ensures general contractors (GCs) and trade partners deliver to the highest standards of safety, productivity, and technical excellence. The CM acts as the Owner’s on-site representative, managing the daily flow of field activities, driving accountability among contractors, identifying and mitigating risk early, and ensuring delivery of mission-critical infrastructure on schedule and within scope. Local candidates are preferred; however, highly qualified candidates open to relocation or travel work with per-diem will be considered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent field experience will be considered.
10+ years of progressive experience managing large-scale commercial or industrial construction projects; mission-critical or data center experience highly preferred.
Proven experience in field supervision, scheduling, quality control, and subcontractor management for high-volume projects.
Working knowledge of lean construction methodologies and continuous improvement practices.
Strong understanding of construction documents, design coordination, and commissioning workflows.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software such as Primavera P6, Procore, or similar tools.
Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-site environment with competing priorities.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

mission-critical or data center experience highly preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary on-site field leader representing the Owner’s interests, ensuring construction activities are executed in alignment with project goals, schedule milestones, and quality standards.
Maintain a visible presence in the field, conducting daily site walks to proactively identify safety concerns, coordination issues, or schedule risks before they escalate.
Drive a culture of behavioral-based safety; conduct daily safety walks and collaborate with GCs to uphold a world-class safety culture.
Coordinate and facilitate daily and weekly progress meetings with GCs, trade partners, commissioning teams, and other stakeholders.
Ensure proper communication and escalation of key issues to project management and executive leadership.
Monitor construction progress daily against the GC’s integrated P6 schedule to validate that work aligns with critical path activities.
Track and report on weekly field productivity metrics (e.g., labor units, installed quantities, weld inches, linear footage) and escalate deviations promptly.
Lead or participate in 3-week look-ahead planning sessions to verify resource alignment, identify constraints, and develop recovery plans when needed.
Validate schedule updates, milestone reporting, and progress claims submitted by contractors for accuracy and completeness.
Conduct routine inspections to verify compliance with contract documents, drawings, and specifications.
Manage “first-in-place” reviews for major installations to establish quality benchmarks.
Support the development and implementation of testing and inspection programs, coordinating with third-party testing agencies for soils, concrete, and other materials as required.
Identify, document, and drive resolution of any non-conformance issues to maintain overall build quality.
Evaluate project activities continuously to identify risks to safety, schedule, or cost. Develop and implement mitigation strategies in coordination with project leadership.
Track and manage field issues, RFIs, and submittits to ensure timely resolution in accordance with the overall project schedule.
Support the review and validation of contractor change orders, ensuring cost and schedule impacts are documented and justified.
Partner closely with the Owner’s Project Management, Design, and Commissioning teams to align construction execution with design intent and operational requirements.
Facilitate effective coordination between GCs, subcontractors, and multiple trades to prevent scope conflicts and ensure uninterrupted progress.
Engage with local authorities (AHJs) and utility providers as needed to verify permitting, inspections, and site service requirements are met.
Support vendor and supplier coordination related to Owner-Furnished Equipment (OFE) deliveries, installation readiness, and commissioning integration.
Prepare and deliver daily field reports summarizing key activities, issues, and observations for internal and client distribution.
Provide weekly summary packages to project leadership detailing productivity metrics, milestone status, top risks, and safety highlights.
Maintain comprehensive documentation of meetings, photographs, and progress metrics as part of project reporting.
Support executive-level reporting by supplying accurate, data-driven updates from the field.
Collaborate with the Commissioning Agent (Cx) to ensure that startup, testing, and integrated systems commissioning activities are properly supported by GC and trade partners.
Monitor system turnover sequencing to achieve timely mechanical and electrical completions by area and by system.
Drive closure of punch list items through coordinated tracking, accountability, and verification.
Oversee closeout deliverables including as-builts, O&M manuals, and warranties to ensure full compliance and timely turnover.