Data Center Construction - Junior to Mid Project Manager

MGAC•Ashburn, VA

8h•$90,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

MGAC is hiring a Project Manager for its Critical Environments team, which manages data center and hospital construction. The role acts as an owner’s representative, resolving issues, managing conflicts, and guiding informed decisions to keep projects on track. The Project Manager will lead high-visibility projects and independently manage full project scopes while also managing components of other projects. The position requires local support and approximately 4–5 days per week onsite in Ashburn, Virginia, subject to client needs.

Requirements

At least 3 years of construction project management experience, with a thorough understanding of the building design and construction process.
A bachelor’s degree, associate degree, or equivalent experience in a construction-related discipline.
At least 2 years of experience managing critical environment construction projects, such as data centers, laboratories, or hospitals.
MEP experience in ground-up construction.
Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, presentation, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Approximately 4–5 days per week onsite in Ashburn, Virginia, subject to client needs.

Responsibilities

Independently manage the full scope of projects while simultaneously managing components of other projects.
Mentor and lead teams while managing schedule, scope, and budget.
Lead project risk management, contingency planning, and schedule and budget recovery planning.
Achieve and maintain the client’s vision as a trusted partner.
Ensure timely invoicing and collection.
Identify and secure opportunities for additional services.
Maintain collaborative relationships with clients, A&E professionals, contractors and general contractors, vendors, and other teams.
Anticipate project and team risks and solve complex challenges and conflicts.
Conduct requirements gathering and needs assessments.