Project Manager - Owners Rep

T5 Data Centers•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager will take a supporting role in delivering some of the most advanced data center projects in the country. This position is designed for someone who thrives on ownership, brings deep technical and construction insight, and isn’t afraid to set a higher bar for what great delivery looks like. You’ll represent the client with clarity and confidence, guide multidisciplinary teams through complex decisions, and create an environment where people feel supported, informed, and aligned. Your work will shape projects from the earliest concept through final turnover. You’ll keep teams focused on what matters, communicate openly, and build the type of trust that keeps programs moving smoothly even when challenges arise. More than managing tasks, you’ll set the tone for accountability, collaboration, and thoughtful problem solving. This is a chance to make a meaningful impact, lead with integrity, and help deliver high performing facilities that our clients and partners can rely on for years to come. He or she will report to the Sr Project Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent data center experience, required
3+ years Project Management experience, required
Data center master planning and/or data center construction experience, required
Strong sense of accountability, integrity, and initiative.
Demonstrate a strong risk management mindset.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, required
Ability to read and comprehend design drawing packages.
Must be proficient in: Microsoft Office Suite, BlueBeam, and Procore
Open to frequent travel, as needed, driven by project demands.

Responsibilities

Lead the due diligence and master/campus planning phases for assigned data center project(s).
Support program-level planning across multiple buildings and phases to ensure alignment with overall campus delivery objectives.
Provide oversight of engineering firms & general contractors throughout all project phases, including master planning, detail design, mobilization, construction execution, punch list, and turnover.
Deliver constructability input on electrical and mechanical designs to ensure cost-effective, buildable solutions.
Use broad data center project experience and detailed knowledge of critical infrastructure systems including switchgear, generators, chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, fire safety systems, and integrated controls/security infrastructure to guide clients toward sound strategies, help them understand design tradeoffs, and support decisions that drive reliability, efficiency, and overall program success.
Monitor construction progress and prepare regular executive level updates on key metrics, schedule forecasts, constraints/issues, risks, etc. for internal and client stakeholders.
Drive utility engagement, infrastructure upgrades, and communication with public utility services.
Lead IMS coordination and develop schedule recovery strategies to maintain critical project milestones.
Reinforce safety ownership throughout the project in strict adherence to company safety policies.
Serve as the lead point of contact for assigned project(s) building trust through consistent performance and transparency.
Coordinate across disciplines to ensure seamless project integration and handoff to operations.
Drive alignment across internal and external leadership teams
Lead executive level project reporting and presentations for assigned project(s).
Responsible for overall budget management and cost control for assigned project(s).
Accountable for reviewing and approving vendor invoices as necessary.
Generate and submit client invoices via Procore.
Monitor change orders with stakeholders and resolutions to prevent delays and mitigate financial risk.
Support cost forecasting aligned with schedule and procurement strategy
Contribute to initiatives that improve construction processes, safety practices, and overall efficiency across T5 Data Centers’ growing portfolio.
Incorporate lessons learned from large-scale programs to drive continuous improvement and delivery excellence.
Coach and mentor direct report(s).