Data Center Construction- Junior to Mid Construction Project Manager (Scheduler)

MGAC•Columbus, OH

12h•$100,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

MGAC is seeking a junior- to mid-level Construction Project Manager focused on scheduling for its Critical Environments team. The team manages construction projects such as data centers and hospitals and serves as an owner’s representative, resolving issues, managing conflicts, and guiding informed decisions to keep projects on track. The role offers the opportunity to lead high-visibility projects and manage the full scope of some projects while supporting components of others. The position requires local support in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with approximately four to five days per week onsite, subject to client needs. The successful candidate will manage project teams, schedules, scope, budgets, risks, and client relationships, while contributing to financial and contract management and collaborating with clients and project partners.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in construction scheduling, with a thorough understanding of the building design and construction process.
Bachelor’s degree, associate degree, or equivalent experience in a construction-related discipline.
At least 2 years of experience scheduling critical-environment projects such as data centers, laboratories, or hospitals.
Experience in ground-up, vertical construction scheduling.
Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, presentation, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ambitious, construction- and project-management-focused, and interested in growing a career in a modern, energetic business.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of P6 scheduling experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Independently manage the full scope of projects while simultaneously managing components of other projects.
Mentor and lead teams while managing project 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 additional-services opportunities.
Maintain collaborative relationships with clients, architects and engineers, contractors and general contractors, vendors, and other teams.
Anticipate project and team risks and solve complex challenges and conflicts.
Conduct requirements gathering and needs assessments.