Data Center - Sr. Construction Manager

AFL Global•Ashburn, VA

70d•Onsite

About The Position

The Data Center Sr Construction Manager leads fast paced infrastructure build outs, upgrades, and expansion projects within hyperscale, enterprise, and colocation data centers. This role executes project plans by coordinating and scheduling assignments, managing materials logistics, equipment, contractors, and tools required to deliver projects on time and within budget. The position requires proactive communication, detailed planning, and strong collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring all construction and installation activities meet customer expectations, datacenter standards, and compliance requirements.

Requirements

Associate degree in a related technical field, or five (5) + years equivalent experience in datacenter or mission critical facility construction/management.
Strong technical background in datacenter infrastructure, including electrical, mechanical, and structured cabling systems.
Familiarity with IT, networking, and datacenter architectures.
Ability to think critically, problem solve, and make sound decisions under pressure.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Current industry certifications preferred (e.g., BICSI, OSHA, PMP, Data Center ops certifications).

Responsibilities

Reports directly to the Operations Manager and leads onsite construction and installation teams.
Coordinates daytoday activities for electrical, mechanical, cabling, commissioning, and general construction crews.
Conducts daily safety briefings, JSA’s, toolbox talks, and enforces adherence to all site safety requirements.
Oversees the installation and integration of data center systems including: rack/stack hardware, structured cabling, fiber systems, PDUs, busway, grounding, containment systems, HVAC components, and power distribution equipment.
Working knowledge of AC/DC power systems, UPS systems, battery strings, generators, and -48Vdc power.
Ability to lead crews through complex tasks on active datacenter floors and equipment rooms.
Demonstrated proficiency in at least one area: structured cabling, fiber splicing/testing, electrical/conduit installation, mechanical systems, or equipment commissioning.
Working knowledge of test equipment including OTDR, power meters, fiber certification testers, thermal imaging tools, circuit analyzers, and other commissioning gear.
Ability to evaluate test results, troubleshoot infrastructure faults, respond to trouble tickets, and support maintenance activities.
Conduct site surveys, quality assurance reviews, punchlist walkdowns, and verify construction meets design and customer standards.
Prepare daily/weekly progress reports, feasibility assessments, and project documentation.
Manage material procurement, storage, and onsite logistics.
Ensure all installation work aligns with engineering drawings, MOPs, and datacenter operational requirements.
Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, network engineering, commissioning agents, and facility operations to identify and resolve issues.
Provide customer support, including direct communication during builds, guidance on issue resolution, and management of customer expectations.
Ensure compliance with company Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) policies.