Project Manager - Mission Critical

Cache Valley Electric • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

Cache Valley Electric is seeking an experienced Data Center Mission Critical Project Manager to lead the planning, coordination, execution, and delivery of large-scale data center and mission-critical electrical construction projects. The role manages project performance across safety, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, subcontractor coordination, quality control, and client relationships. The Project Manager works with field leadership, general contractors, owners, engineers, vendors, and internal teams to deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and according to contract requirements.

The position manages projects from preconstruction through commissioning and final turnover, including budgets, cost forecasts, schedules, procurement plans, execution strategies, project documentation, financial reporting, and stakeholder communication. It also coordinates critical-power electrical systems and their integration with other building trades, while supporting commissioning, startup, functional testing, integrated systems testing, and turnover. The role promotes safety, quality, system reliability, and compliance with project requirements and applicable regulations. Travel and work at project sites may be required.

Requirements

• Five or more years of project management experience in electrical construction, commercial construction, or mission-critical environments is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex electrical construction projects with significant budgets, schedules, and coordination requirements.
• Strong understanding of electrical construction practices, project controls, cost management, scheduling, and contract administration.
• Experience managing RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and project documentation.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and technical documents.
• Proficiency with project management and scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Procore, or comparable platforms.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and make sound decisions in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Willingness to travel and work at project sites as required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with data center construction or other mission-critical facilities is strongly preferred.
• Experience delivering hyperscale data centers, colocation facilities, or other high-availability infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with critical power systems, electrical distribution, backup power, and redundant system architectures.
• Experience supporting commissioning, startup, and integrated systems testing.
• Experience working with major general contractors, owners, engineering firms, and mission-critical vendors.
• Knowledge of lean construction practices, project scheduling, labor forecasting, and productivity tracking.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and closeout of large-scale data center and mission-critical electrical construction projects.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, cost forecasts, schedules, procurement plans, and execution strategies.
• Establish project milestones and monitor progress against contractual requirements.
• Coordinate with project superintendents, general foremen, field personnel, and subcontractors.
• Identify project risks, resolve challenges, and implement corrective actions to maintain schedule and budget performance.
• Manage multiple project phases simultaneously, from preconstruction through commissioning and final turnover.
• Monitor financial performance, including labor productivity, material costs, equipment expenses, change orders, and cost-to-complete projections.
• Review contracts, specifications, drawings, and scope documents to identify risks, exclusions, and potential cost impacts.
• Manage change orders, requests for information (RFIs), submittals, and other project documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve project profitability while maintaining quality and client satisfaction.
• Provide project status updates, forecasts, and financial reporting to leadership.
• Coordinate electrical construction involving critical power infrastructure, including medium- and low-voltage distribution, switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, and associated electrical systems as applicable to scope.
• Collaborate with mechanical, controls, fire protection, security, and other trade partners to integrate building systems.
• Support commissioning planning, equipment startup, functional testing, integrated systems testing, and turnover activities.
• Coordinate equipment procurement and delivery schedules to mitigate long-lead material risks and prevent construction delays.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for owners, general contractors, engineering teams, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Lead project meetings, communicate progress, resolve issues, and maintain alignment across project teams.
• Build working relationships that support client satisfaction, repeat business, and long-term partnerships.
• Communicate project risks, schedule changes, financial performance, and key decisions to internal and external stakeholders.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure work follows company policies, project requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Support quality assurance and quality control processes to ensure installations meet design specifications and industry standards.
• Ensure project documentation, inspections, testing records, and turnover packages are completed accurately and on time.
• Coordinate with field leadership to address quality concerns and maintain project execution standards.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Industry-leading, low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits designed to provide exceptional value for employees and their families
• Discretionary yearly bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Up to 15% yearly profit sharing
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed