Project Manager- Data Centers (Independence Construction)

DiGeronimo Companies•Columbus, OH

43d

About The Position

Data Center Project Manager Who is IC? Independence Construction is one of the largest CM businesses headquartered in Northeast Ohio. As part of the DiGeronimo Companies, we offer our clients self-perform services through our affiliated companies, as well as bring an owner’s approach to projects through the company’s work as a developer. We bring our experience and reputation for honesty, integrity, and outstanding performance to the world of design and management in order to ensure the best results for our partners, subcontractors, and community. What do we believe in? PEOPLE: Provide a safe, family-oriented environment. Commitment to integrity. Protect our most valuable assets. PERFORMANCE: Always deliver the highest quality. Find solutions. Provide value to our partners. COMMUNITY: Positively impact the communities we serve. Give back. Leave the world a better place than we found it. As a Data Center Project Manager your responsible for all aspects of multiple construction projects for the duration of projects assigned; lead the project teams with the project executive(s) and represent Independence Construction to the client; work with IC executives on business development to secure future work. This is for a data center project to begin in Q1 2026.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering; 7+ years’ experience in progressively responsible roles in construction management or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to deal with situations involving sensitive and confidential company issues
Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate with all levels, both internally and externally
Knowledge of budgeting and expense control
Well-developed analytical and problem-solving abilities
Able to write reports, business correspondence
Able to organize work, engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines
Knowledge of all different construction delivery systems
Strong attention to detail

Responsibilities

Develop Site Specific Safety Plans with Project Team, with assistance from company Safety personnel. Ensure safety is discussed at project morning huddles
Work with estimating department on project bids and pre-construction phase for assigned projects. Assist in preparing Bid Packaging strategies and bidding Scopes of Work
Prepare and review project schedules from pre-construction phase through close-out
Working with estimating department, Initiate and award subcontracts to vendors and subcontractors during pre-construction phase; issue change orders as necessary.
Develop and revise project budgets, as necessary
On a monthly basis, prepare, monitor, and present Job Cost reports (i.e., budgets, GC expenditures, budget revisions, change orders and gross profit projections) for all projects assigned to Management and Company Controller
Act as liaison with Owner/Architect for projects assigned
Develop and Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) utilized on projects
Administer and monitor compliance with construction contracts with Owners, subcontractors, and vendors; provide timely written notices in accordance with project manual and contract requirements
Construction documentation management, including but not limited to applying for building permits, surveys, testing and inspections, in conjunction with projects’ superintendents
Coordinate and expedite materials and services for the job sites, in conjunction with superintendents
Manage labor relations and work with appropriate internal personnel to resolve labor issues
Analyze actual costs to estimates and document variances
Prepare and update cash flow projections and if required using a cost-loaded schedule
Oversee, manage and/or complete change management processes
Review and coordinate structural, architectural and MEP drawings throughout project
Oversee the MEP Coordination process and 3D or BIM utilization to assure project coordination is accurately being implemented
Manage the Job Close out Process including Contracts with Owner, subcontractors and vendors, and obtain all necessary warrantees and releases
With company and project executives, perform business development functions to obtain future work
Travel within a 2-hour radius may be required.

Benefits

Weekly Competitive Pay!
Medical
Dental
Vision
FSA & HSA
Life Insurance + Optional Family Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term Disability
Wellness Incentive Program
Paid Holidays and PTO
401(k) + Company match
Paid corporate training program
Tuition Reimbursement
Stability and a variety of different roles that provide a path to career advancement
Family-owned and operated since 1956