Project Manager, Data Centers

JLL•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Manage the successful delivery of complex, fast-track data center and mission-critical projects. Under the direction of the senior PM, this role is responsible for day-to-day project execution and works closely with team leadership, clients, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders to deliver projects on time, on budget, safely, efficiently, and in alignment with JLL standards. The position is on-site in Phoenix, Arizona, with site work up to 80% as required and project travel outside the local region up to 50% as needed. The role does not provide visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
3–5 years of experience in construction, facilities, or project management.
Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and building systems fundamentals.
Experience coordinating with contractors and vendors and supporting procurement or RFP processes.
Familiarity with construction documentation, scheduling, budgeting, and cost tracking.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and collaboration skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities across concurrent projects in fast-paced, geographically distributed team environments.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with MS PowerPoint, MS Office, MS Project, Procore, and similar project management and document-control tools.
Willingness to work extensively in active construction site environments, up to 80% onsite as required, and travel for projects outside the local region, up to 50% as needed.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to mission-critical or data center environments.
Experience with projects involving significant mechanical/electrical or critical systems scopes.
Exposure to data centers, hospitals, or other 24/7 operational environments with fast-track project delivery.
Working knowledge of commissioning, testing, and quality control procedures.
Experience supporting vendor selection, RFP/RFQ processes, and purchase order or contract administration.
Interest in developing specialized expertise in mission-critical facility management.
Pursuing or intending to pursue CAPM, PMP, or equivalent project management certification.

Responsibilities

Execute project delivery activities through planning, execution, and closeout in accordance with approved project plans and senior leadership direction.
Maintain project plans, logistics coordination, and integrated schedules; track milestones and escalate schedule or budget risks to senior project leadership.
Manage project meetings, milestone events, and site visits; track action items and support communication across clients, vendors, and internal teams.
Coordinate closeout deliverables, including as-builts, O&M manuals, and warranties.
Identify project risks and support mitigation planning and issue resolution with senior project leadership.
Track and manage project financials, change orders, and contract deliverables to support financial performance, contract compliance, and project delivery.
Coordinate vendor onboarding, purchase orders, contract records, and compliance documentation.
Support RFP and procurement activities, including bid coordination, bid leveling, and vendor documentation.
Facilitate schedule execution through milestone tracking and coordination across project teams and vendors.
Support field QA/QC, commissioning coordination, and contractor activities for key project milestones.
Promote site safety requirements and safe work practices throughout the project.
Serve as the day-to-day communication point of contact for clients, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders on behalf of the senior PM.
Prepare progress reports, presentations, and briefing materials with project leadership.
Participate in site safety protocols, MOP reviews, shutdown planning, and LOTO awareness during site visits; support safety, quality, and compliance standards throughout project lifecycles.