Project Manager, Data Center

ARCO National Holdings•Wichita, KS

20h•Onsite

About The Position

ARCO is seeking a Project Manager to lead large-scale, mission-critical data center projects from preconstruction through completion. The role is accountable for aligning project scope, budget, schedule, and risk with owners, design teams, and internal leadership; managing contracts, costs, and change; coordinating project scopes and vendors; and ensuring successful commissioning and turnover. The Project Manager also oversees project financials and proactively addresses risks to protect schedule and budget.

Requirements

Around 3–8 years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in data center construction or mission-critical projects.
Strong understanding of MEP systems and their integration in mission-critical environments.
Proven experience managing project budgets, schedules, and subcontractor performance.
Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
Proficiency in construction management software and scheduling tools.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead the execution of large-scale, mission-critical data center projects from preconstruction through punch list.
Partner with owners, design teams, and internal leadership to align scope, budget, schedule, and risk.
Manage GMP and lump sum contracts, change management, and cost forecasting throughout the project lifecycle.
Coordinate structural, architectural, MEP, and vendor scopes, with a focus on critical path activities.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and contractual obligations.
Develop and oversee project financials.
Identify risks and develop mitigation plans to protect schedule and budget.
Support commissioning and turnover activities to ensure successful delivery to the owner.
Serve as the primary point of accountability for project outcomes.

Benefits

Industry-leading performance-based bonus program.
100% employer-funded ESOP for associates.
Traditional and Roth 401(k).
Tuition reimbursement for associates.
Scholarships for associates’ children, up to $28,000 per child.
One-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel.
One week of paid volunteer leave each year.
100% charitable match.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
Three weeks of vacation.
100% paid 12-week maternity leave.