Executive Project Manager - Data Centers

Albireo Energy•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Albireo Energy is seeking an experienced Executive Project Manager (EPM) to lead the delivery of large-scale mission critical data center projects. Acting as the primary client interface, the EPM is accountable for the successful execution of complex new-build and expansion projects, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, and team performance from project award through turnover. This role manages high-value projects requiring coordination across multiple stakeholders, technologies, subcontractors, and internal teams. The EPM drives project strategy, ensures operational excellence, and maintains strong client relationships in environments where uptime, reliability, and schedule certainty are critical. Typical Project Characteristics Controls and automation projects exceeding $3M in contract value. Multi-phase data center construction programs with durations exceeding 12 months. Mission critical environments with stringent commissioning, turnover, and operational requirements. Complex contracts including performance guarantees, liquidated damages, and schedule-driven milestones. Multi-discipline coordination involving BAS/BMS, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, commissioning, and general construction partners. Direct oversight of multiple Project Managers and project teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
10+ years of experience managing large-scale construction, controls, or mission critical infrastructure projects.
Demonstrated experience delivering new-build data centers, critical facilities, or other high-reliability environments.
Strong understanding of building automation systems (BAS/BMS), HVAC systems, electrical infrastructure, commissioning, and integrated systems delivery.
Expertise in project controls, scheduling, forecasting, contract administration, and risk management.
Experience managing multiple project managers, subcontractors, and cross-functional teams.
Proficiency with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and standard project management tools.
PMP certification preferred.
Ability to travel up to 50%

Nice To Haves

Hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data center construction.
Mission critical mechanical and electrical systems.
Integrated systems testing (IST), commissioning, and turnover processes.
Fast-track construction delivery and schedule-critical environments.
Prime contractor or design-build project delivery models.

Responsibilities

Lead all phases of project execution from preconstruction through commissioning and closeout.
Serve as the single point of contact for owners, developers, general contractors, and key stakeholders.
Develop and maintain project execution plans, budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and resource strategies.
Manage project schedules, critical path milestones, commissioning activities, and turnover requirements.
Identify, mitigate, and manage project risks, contractual obligations, and change management processes.
Provide executive oversight of subcontractors, vendors, commissioning agents, and internal project teams.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and Albireo Energy project delivery standards.
Drive customer satisfaction through proactive communication, issue resolution, and performance management.
Support business development and preconstruction efforts through technical reviews, estimates, and project planning.
Lead regular executive-level project reviews and ensure successful project acceptance and warranty transition.