Land Development Manager - Civil Engineering & Construction

TEKsystems•Des Moines, IA

3d•$50 - $70•Remote

About The Position

Responsible for the delivery of Microsoft data center sites from the site due diligence phase to pad ready ensuring a condition ready for construction of the data centers across various metros in AMERS region. This resource will recommend prepositioning scope (mass grading, utility coordination, substation pad construction, environmental remediation, etc.) and schedule/timeline while also advising through the constructability review of acquired parcels to ensure an early site development prepositioning strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Regional Leads, Land Development Team, Discipline SME, AHJ, Consultants, Cost/Scheduling) to ensure early site development scope aligns with the scope, budget, and schedule for the overall test fit and master plan. Specific Job Tasks: This Project Manager will work with the General Contractor engineering team to ensure that: 1) Construction details and permit requirements are confirmed 2) Contiguous trades are coordinated 3) Materials are reviewed, approved, fabricated, and delivered to the site 4) Overall schedule is maintained 5) Safe worksite practices are observed and adhered to at all times. This role requires regular engagement with key stakeholders, including Land Development, Security, Legal, Design, Construction, and Operations teams, regulatory agencies, and outside consultants and contractors.

Requirements

Must have 5-10+ years of Land Development/Construction Management experience on large-scale construction projects ($100M+ or 100k+ sqft)
Experience with pre-construction and pre-positioning scope and schedule/timeline constructability review
Experience in the field with large-scale construction project management and civil advisement
Civil Engineering Background required
Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years of related experience or equivalent experience
Candidate must possess strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to establish and maintain cross-functional and positive working relationships with internal and external teams

Nice To Haves

Data Center Construction experience preferred but not required
Demonstrated track record of a willingness and ability to consistently dive deep into project delivery, creative problem solving, and the ability to push past barriers to achieve full project execution.
Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

Responsibilities

On-site Construction Management of Early Works delivery for sites.
Accountability for developing, managing, and reporting on safety, scope, schedule, and budget.
Manages and advocates for safe worksites by adhering to organizational and industry procedures. Reviews prior audit results and relevant legislation in order to recommend and manage safety compliance.
Shares lessons learned with relevant stakeholders
Regular internal reporting of project status and costs to meet KPI’s and budget requirements.
Serve as project single point of contact for Early Works construction and communicates delivery status and progress.
Coordinate meetings and activities of vendors, cost managers, and integration of lessons learned.
Support of regulatory agency, stakeholder and community engagement activities and negotiations for new builds and existing facilities.