Senior Construction Manager

Black Box•Abilene, TX

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Black Box is seeking an experienced Data Center Senior Construction Manager to lead onsite execution of large-scale, complex data center construction projects, with a focus on structured cabling and low-voltage installations. The role owns construction delivery from initial planning through commissioning and closeout, ensuring safe, compliant work that meets schedule, budget, customer requirements, and Black Box quality standards. The position is based onsite in Abilene, Texas, with daily onsite presence required and up to 15% travel depending on project needs. Direct supervision responsibilities are included. The site operates 24 hours a day, with shifts of 6 a.m.–6 p.m. or 6 p.m.–6 a.m., six days a week. This is an exempt salary position based on experience and skill level, offered as a contract with possible extension or hire. The Senior Construction Manager leads safety, project planning and field operations, technical standards and quality, and the development of large field teams. They serve as the senior subject matter expert for low-voltage, structured cabling, and fiber installations, and as the main construction operations liaison for the customer. The role manages teams of 100 or more technicians, union or nonunion, and coordinates with project management, procurement, and customer stakeholders to achieve project milestones. Black Box is a global technology solutions provider with more than 2,500 team members across 24 countries. The company describes its values as innovation, ownership, transparency, and continuous growth, and is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
8–10 years of supervisory experience on large-scale structured cabling or data center construction projects.
Experience managing large, dispersed field teams of 100 or more.
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and mentor diverse field teams.
Skills in conflict resolution, workforce planning, and managing competing priorities.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and best-in-class safety practices.
Mastery of low-voltage, fiber, and structured cabling installation for mission-critical environments.
Advanced capability in commissioning, system validation, and telecom quality control processes.
Ability to interpret complex drawings, specifications, and construction schedules.
Experience identifying design discrepancies and managing technical change control.
Ability to build and manage work activity sequencing and project phasing plans.
Strong computer skills, including MS Office, Bluebeam, and construction management platforms.
Ability to quickly learn new construction technologies and workflow tools.

Nice To Haves

Data center new-build or retrofit experience.
Experience working with union telecom crews and labor compliance.
OSHA 30 certification, or ability to obtain it within six months.
BICSI Technician (TECH) certification.
BICSI RCDD certification.

Responsibilities

Model and enforce Black Box’s Accident-Free Everyday safety culture, lead jobsite safety standards and compliance, and support incident investigations, root-cause analyses, and data-driven lessons learned.
Develop and implement project plans, installation strategies, and site logistics.
Maintain and manage five-week lookahead schedules, labor forecasts, and daily progress tracking.
Coordinate with Project Management and Procurement to ensure timely delivery and staging of materials.
Oversee daily field operations to meet or exceed production goals, budget, and schedule milestones.
Serve as the senior subject matter expert for data center low-voltage, structured cabling, and fiber installations.
Ensure compliance with ANSI/TIA, BICSI, NEBS, and customer specifications.
Lead testing and commissioning, including OTDR and power meter validation, labeling standards, and quality assurance protocols.
Identify design gaps, field conflicts, and changes; manage RFIs, clarifications, and scope adjustments.
Manage field technician teams of 100 or more, union or nonunion.
Conduct hiring, training, performance evaluations, and career development for onsite personnel.
Coach and mentor crews to build technical capability and improve work quality.
Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, accountability, and craftsmanship.
Act as the primary construction operations liaison for the client and participate in customer meetings, site walks, technical discussions, and milestone reviews.
Proactively address workflow challenges, delays, installation issues, and tactical execution concerns.