Senior Construction Project Manager (VA3) (1767)

CoreSite • Santa Clara, CA

108d • $150,000 - $175,000

About The Position

As a member of the company’s Construction team, the Construction Senior Project Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of assigned capital construction projects. This includes permitting, vendor procurement, contracting, and construction management, as well as managing document control, invoice processing, change management, commissioning, and project closeout. The role ensures seamless project execution from inception to turnover, driving success in every phase of the construction process.

Requirements

• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment, with 40% on-site presence and 60% remote work.
• Ability to travel and manage projects remotely, with up to 10% travel during initial training.
• Understanding of mission-critical facilities and experience managing construction activities in live environments.
• In-depth understanding of the entitlements process, including permitting and inspections.
• Knowledge of design processes and construction administration for large-scale and mission-critical infrastructure systems.
• Familiarity with large, complex mechanical and electrical systems and their installation and operation.
• Expertise in standard commercial design and construction contracts as well as equipment purchasing agreements.
• Highly skilled in managing multiple projects concurrently, with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Skilled in interpreting and understanding design drawings and technical specifications.
• Proficient in drafting Requests for Proposals (RFPs), assessing vendor proposals, and preparing and executing contract documents.
• Extensive expertise in BlueBeam, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse personalities and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage complex project timelines and ensure effective coordination among stakeholders.
• Capable of contributing to the budgeting process and developing budgets for complex construction projects.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field.
• 5 to 7 years of experience managing construction projects with increasing levels of complexity.
• Experience in managing CSA (Civil, Structural, Architectural) and MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) construction.
• Data center experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget to ensure successful delivery of projects.
• Oversee all construction phases, including pre-construction, design development, competitive bidding, team selection, construction oversight, commissioning, and project closeout.
• Collaborate with internal business groups to develop business cases that support internal project approval.
• Ensure timely coordination and proactive communication with all stakeholders, including vendors and internal teams.
• Create, issue, and manage Request for Proposals (RFPs) to solicit bids from vendors and contractors.
• Oversee commissioning partners to ensure proper system testing, validation, and final commissioning activities.
• Ensure the complete and accurate turnover of all physical data center infrastructure and associated project documentation to the operations team.
• Act as a liaison between design teams and Data Center Operations to ensure project goals align with both technical and operational standards.
• Maintain and distribute monthly internal project reports tracking budget, schedule, and overall progress.
• Review and verify monthly contractor billings, conducting on-site job walks to confirm project milestones and completion status.
• Assist with managing contracts for both new and existing vendors, including contract negotiations.
• Develop and implement insights gained, process enhancements, and cost and schedule optimization initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.
• Promote and demonstrate the behaviors consistent with CoreSite’s culture and values.

Benefits

• First-day medical insurance through Cigna with generous premium cost coverage.
• Dental insurance through Delta Dental.
• Vision insurance through VSP.
• Telemedicine through MDLive for Cigna.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) plans.
• Health saving account (HSA) plans for employees participating in the High Deductible Health Plan.
• Life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance fully paid by the company.
• Voluntary coverage benefits for supplemental life, critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance.
• First-day eligibility for 401(k) savings plan through Fidelity, with a 5% company match.
• Discretionary annual bonus and equity incentive plan.
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) with a 15% discount.
• 16 days of paid time off (PTO), 11 paid company holidays, and additional floating holidays.
• Additional paid time off for school events, elder care, volunteering, bereavement, jury duty, voting, parental leave, and disability leave.
• Free parking or a company contribution toward a public transit pass.
• Wellness Reimbursement Program: Yearly stipend of $500 for employees and $300 for dependents.
• Wellness Incentive Program: Participate in various wellbeing activities to earn up to $450 per year in cash incentives.
• Technology Stipend: $100 monthly stipend.
• Educational Reimbursement Program: Work-related learning and development with reimbursement on qualifying degree programs, up to $5,250 per year.
• Charitable donation matches up to $5,000 per year.
• Access to financial coaching, digital tools, and services to manage and pay student loan debt quicker.
• Pet Insurance.
• Benefits and services related to fertility, pregnancy, menopause, adoption and surrogacy.
• Employee Assistance Program: 24x7 service to support family, work, money, health, legal and life challenges.
• Counseling and Caregiving Programs.
• Referral Bonus: Receive a $3,000 cash bonus if referred candidate is hired.
• Discounts, cash back offers, and perks on thousands of brands.
• LinkedIn Learning Membership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree