Electrical Project Manager - Data Center Fit Out

Align Communications•Plano, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Electrical Field Project Manager with deep expertise in the design, build-out and commissioning of hyperscale data center white space electrical systems. This role is responsible for translating design intent and client requirements into safe, reliable, and high-quality field execution. You will be onsite daily, leading subcontractors, managing schedules, ensuring quality control, and owning the successful delivery of electrical power distribution systems from upstream critical equipment to IT loads. This is a full-time salaried position offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, paid training and performance-based bonuses. This position is based in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex area and will work onsite for local data center projects. Approximately 50% overnight travel outside of the Texas area should be expected at times.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field or 5+ years equivalent experience
5+ years managing mission‑critical electrical construction projects, preferably data centers (10+ MW)
Strong knowledge of data center electrical topology and redundancy strategies
Hands‑on experience with: Breaker and feeder sizing, ampacity, wire sizing
Commissioning (Level 4 & 5), load bank plans, failure scenarios, failover matrices
Experience developing BOMs and estimates for white space electrical systems
Strong subcontractor and vendor management skills
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings across disciplines
Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA, life safety, and related codes
Strong communication and documentation skills
Willingness to travel

Nice To Haves

General MEP knowledge of white space fit‑outs (telecom/LVC, containment, conveyance, liquid cooling)
Licensed electrician experience
Procore or similar construction management software experience
Value engineering experience
Professional certifications (PE, LEED, CCM)

Responsibilities

Own project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and delivery for data center white space electrical projects
Serve as the primary on‑site representative coordinating electrical, mechanical, and specialty trades
Manage subcontractors through bidding, execution, punch‑list, and close‑out
Track schedules, risks, changes, and client expectations
Lead quality control and enforce Align and client standards
Identify issues, perform root‑cause analysis, and drive resolution
Lead design and installation of white space electrical power distribution systems
Translate client requirements into design criteria, estimates, and BOMs
Develop and review conceptual designs, specifications, submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, and as‑builts
Design systems including: busway, RPPs, PDUs, STS, catcher systems, whips, redundancy strategies
Ensure installations match approved designs and meet code and client standards
Oversee electrical subcontractors and manage trade sequencing
Perform field inspections and verify installation readiness
Support testing, commissioning, and turnover activities
Resolve construction and commissioning issues
Maintain project documentation, budgets, schedules, reports, and design markups
Support procurement, bid reviews, and vendor coordination
Contribute to internal design standards and best practices