Mission Critical Project Manager (Data Center)
About The Position
Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business. Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY). Are you a seasoned construction professional with a passion for mission-critical environments? Balfour Beatty is seeking a Mission Critical Project Manager to lead complex data center construction projects in Northern Virginia, one of the fastest-growing tech corridors in the country. This is your opportunity to work on high-impact infrastructure that powers the digital world. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, have deep MEP coordination experience, and are ready to lead cutting-edge builds, we want to hear from you. Data Center experience is required for this role.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in construction, with a strong focus on MEP coordination and preconstruction.
- Proven success managing data center projects.
- Deep understanding of building codes, mechanical/electrical/plumbing systems, and commissioning processes.
- Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with hyperscale or colocation data centers.
- Familiarity with BIM tools, commissioning software, and lean construction practices.
- PMP or similar certification is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Lead all aspects of MEP systems management including buyout, procurement, coordination, and commissioning.
- Approve and manage MEP and commissioning schedules, scopes of work, and subcontractor strategies.
- Oversee constructability reviews, BIM coordination, and quality control plans.
- Serve as the primary liaison with owners and commissioning agents to ensure project excellence.
- Drive project delivery, budget adherence, and schedule performance across all phases.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
