Controls Project Manager - Data Center Construction

Pkaza•Chesterton, IN

23h

About The Position

Controls Automation PM - Data Center - Chesterton, IN This opportunity is with an established General Contractor that specializes in converting existing Buildings and Structures into complex buildings / industrial complexes and is looking to expand its foothold even further into the Critical Facilities Market. Our client is taking their expertise and focus and applying it towards brownfield data center projects - which is the process for converting an existing building to a data center for the Hyperscale, Colo or Enterprise Marketplace. This company will provide a complete life cycle of solutions that will be custom-fit to the requirements of their client's mission-critical facility. This opportunity provides a career-growth minded role with exciting projects with leading-edge technology and innovation as well as competitive salaries and benefits. We are seeking a Controls Project Manager to lead and act as the point of contact on controls / automation-focused construction projects for hyperscale, colo and enterprise data centers. The ideal candidate will have experience integrating BMS / BAS / EPMS with HVAC / Mechanical / Electrical retrofits, overseeing automation and controls project teams, and interfacing with electrical and mechanical trades from design / build through commissioning and integration. This role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, P&L, and execution of complex construction projects in live mission-critical environments.

Requirements

5+ years of experience delivering large-scale mission-critical controls or automation project management
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field OR equivalent military/industry experience
Proven track record managing $2MM–$200MM+ data center construction projects from design through commissioning (level 4 / level 5 )
Deep knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BMS / BAS), EPMS, and industrial controls platforms like: Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider, Siemens, Ignition, Niagara, etc.
Familiarity with integrated systems testing (IST), NFPA 70E, Uptime Institute Tier III/IV standards, and owner design guides
Experience managing projects in live mission-critical environments, including retrofits and system integrations
MOP and SOP development, and turnover documentation (GxP or mission-critical equivalent)
Strong understanding of MEP, SCADA, DCIM, and control system sequencing and functionality
Experience with protocols including (BACnet, Modbus, OPC-UA, Fieldbus, Profibus)
Solid client-facing and communication skills; ability to interface with internal and external stakeholders
Highly organized with strong administrative and documentation capabilities
Proficient in MS Office Suite, Primavera P6, Procore, BIM 360, Bluebeam, and project scheduling tools
Willingness to travel up to 20-50% to project sites as needed

Nice To Haves

Experience with projects with 25-75 MW datacenter builds a plus
PMP certification or other relevant credentials a plus
Previous experience in the Military / Military veterans in all branches that have experience with Electrical / Mechanical is a huge plus (Navy Nukes - EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees; Army - Power Generation; Air Force – Power Production; Generator Techs; Maritime; Coast Guard; etc.)

Responsibilities

Lead multi-site, hyperscale data center automation programs ranging from 20 MW to 200+ MW
Oversee all phases of construction execution, from design-assist through integrated systems testing (IST) and owner turnover
Manage field teams and subcontractors on BMS, EPMS, PLC / SCADA, and automation scopes
Manage BAS / Controls with electrical power monitoring (EPMS), distributed control systems (DCS), fire-life-safety, and DCIM platforms
Coordinate site logistics, factory witness testing, procurement, installation, systems / equipment integration, commissioning / IST and startup activities
Develop detailed build sequences, integrate prefabrication and modular deployment strategies to meet speed-to-market goals
Drive program financials including P&L ownership, value tracking, forecasts, change orders, contingency planning, etc.
Chair weekly meetings with owners, general contractors, trades, and commissioning agents to align milestones and resolve issues
Respond to RFPs / RFIs / RFQs and manage any change orders and negotiate adjustments
Maintain safety, quality, and reliability across all scopes; ensure compliance with project procedures and regulatory requirements
Develop and submit MOPs, SOPs, EOPs, and project documentation
Utilize Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project, BIM360, and cost management platforms for reporting and tracking
Contribute to innovation by integrating AI tools, BIM, and data analytics for continuous process improvement
Mentor assistant PMs and project engineers; lead standardization efforts across the organization