Senior Manager, DCI Delivery (CoLo)

Nscale

2d•$140,000 - $250,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager to join Nscale as the senior manager for our colocation-based facilities overseeing mission-critical data center construction programs. This individual holds accountability for schedule, budget, quality, safety, and risk across all active project sites, and provides direct oversight to the General Construction Manager(s), Preconstruction Manager, Construction Scheduler, Cost Manager, and EHS Manager supporting the program. The ideal candidate has led complex, multi-site or large single-site data center programs and can translate Nscale's strategic priorities into consistent execution standards across teams and project sites, while serving as the primary escalation point when issues exceed site-level authority.

Requirements

10+ years of construction management experience, including 5+ years overseeing data center, mission-critical, or large-scale industrial programs
Demonstrated experience directly managing General Construction Managers, program controls (scheduling and cost) functions, EHS leadership, and multi-site subcontractor teams
Strong command of program-level scheduling (CPM), budget and cost control, and contract administration
Proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam Revu, and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to read and interpret full construction document sets across civil, structural, architectural, and MEP disciplines
OSHA 30 certification required
Valid driver's license; ability to travel between multiple project sites as required
Integrity — does the right thing even when no one is watching; never misrepresents status, costs, or progress to protect themselves or their team
Ownership mentality — treats the program as their own and holds themselves and their direct reports accountable without being told
Respectful under pressure — stays composed and professional with contractors, direct reports, and internal Nscale teams regardless of the circumstances
Transparent communicator — surfaces problems early and honestly, never buries bad news, and expects the same from the teams they lead
Team-first attitude — ego stays at the gate; the program and the people on it come first
Reliable and consistent — shows up prepared, follows through on commitments, and does what they say they will do

Nice To Haves

Experience overseeing hyperscale, colocation, or Tier III/IV data center construction programs
Familiarity with DCIM systems, raised floor environments, or critical power/cooling infrastructure at a portfolio level
Experience with program-level reporting and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI)
PMP, CCM, or equivalent credential
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field; advanced degree a plus
MS Project or Primavera P6 (preferred)

Responsibilities

Provide senior-level oversight of the overall construction program on behalf of Nscale, directly supervising the General Construction Manager(s), Preconstruction Manager, Construction Scheduler, Cost Manager, and EHS Manager
Serve as the primary escalation point for schedule, cost, quality, and safety issues that exceed site-level authority
Own the master program schedule and budget; report program status, risk, and financial performance directly to the Director and executive stakeholders
Review and approve significant change orders, claims, and contract modifications prior to Nscale sign-off
Chair OAC (Owner-Architect-Contractor) meetings and represent Nscale in key negotiations with General Contractors, design teams, and vendors
Mentor and develop direct reports; establish and enforce consistent reporting standards, documentation practices, and quality expectations across all sites
Preserve the independence of the program controls and safety functions, ensuring the Construction Scheduler, Cost Manager, and EHS Manager can escalate concerns without site-level interference
Coordinate cross-project resources, staffing, and vendor allocation to meet program-wide priorities and deadlines
Oversee commissioning, turnover, and closeout processes at the program level, ensuring consistency and completeness across sites
Manage relationships with Nscale leadership, investors, and executive stakeholders; deliver periodic program-level updates and briefings
Identify and mitigate program-level risks, including schedule slippage, cost overruns, supply chain disruptions, and resource conflicts
Ensure compliance with contract terms, safety standards, and quality requirements across the full project portfolio