Senior Project Manager - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend•Cedar Rapids, IA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is looking for a Senior Project Manager to support a large-scale, ground-up data center construction project with our prominent technology client. The role will be responsible for all aspects of project delivery, from inception through to commissioning. Turner & Townsend is looking for a Project Manager to support a large-scale, ground-up data center construction project with our prominent technology client. The role will be responsible for all aspects of project delivery, from inception through to commissioning. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years construction field experience and the ability to be highly effective in a client facing role. Role Details 100% dedicated to this project and is capable of overseeing both the mass grading and general contractor. Expected start date - TBC. Duration - To the end of data center site construction, projected TBC. SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. Work Type: Remote work is expected from mass grading start until the general contractor is mobilized on the site. Required to work on site, once the GC mobilizes on site. Travel: Travel is required to the site, as needed, when the mass grading contractor mobilizes. Travel must be approved by Google program manager. Relocation Required: Relocation to the Haskell area is required when the General Contractor mobilizes. Scope of Services for this role include: Oversight of the Site Safety Program - As the early site lead, prioritize safety and set an example to keep our workforce safe and uphold the standards set forth. Project Management and Reporting Budget Management Change Management Risk Management Schedule Management and reporting Contractor’s Site Safety Program Oversight of Technical Testing/Inspections Oversight of and Submittals Process Change Order reviews and approvals Review and approve requests for payments Note: the Scope of Work is merely an indicative narrative not reflecting all the tasks / services that Supplier has to perform, ultimately the Supplier is responsible for taking ownership to deliver the overall project within expected timelines, within budget and cost that has been predetermined by the Owner and perform all necessary tasks to achieve this goal.

Requirements

Formal Project Management methods.
Cross functional team participation in a high-tech, dynamic environment
Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking and analytical skills.
Proven track record in delivering high-quality programs.
Ability to present to senior management to gain approvals.
Passionate about solving complex challenges within aggressive timelines.
Detail oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and quickly changing environment.
Mission Critical or Data Center experience.
Experience managing mass grading, civil contractors, and general contractors.
10+ years of experience.
Demonstrated experience dealing with AHJs.

Nice To Haves

MBA or Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, Project Management (or PMP), Engineering or a related field.
Formal Project Management methods.
Cross functional team participation in a high-tech, dynamic environment
Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking and analytical skills.
Proven track record in delivering high-quality programs.
Ability to present to senior management to gain approvals.
Passionate about solving complex challenges within aggressive timelines.
Detail oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and quickly changing environment.
MBA or Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, Project Management (or PMP), Engineering or a related field.

Responsibilities

Work with GC and AE to create and establish the Master Project Schedule, based on the Critical Path and key milestones.
Support establishment of the project budget, including soft costs and hard costs.
Support contract negotiation, typically in concert with the Client’s PM and legal counsel
Coordinate Design Team activities.
Ensure AE is completing requirements to meet municipal and AHJ demands
Coordinate Constructability review of project documents.
Coordinate cost estimates working with subs and other vendors for scope gaps/changes.
Coordinate Value Engineering effort.
Manage GC and other directly contracted vendors by working with the onsite Construction Management team.
Ensure quality control process – ensuring compliance with required standards
Support client culture to ensure project and site is ran according to clients EHS policies
Lead procurement activities and coordinate all owner furnished contractor installed equipment
Provide report and tracking of project financials, including change order management & cashflow.
Monitor schedule, tracking and analysis
Ensure document control (track and coordinate addenda, bulletins, new drawing sets, clarifications, etc) process is in place.
Ensure QA/QC is being followed and report any issues/gaps.
Ensure tracking of all key project documents, including submittals, RFI’s, change orders, invoices and payments, lien releases.
Coordination and management of all Owner-direct vendors working with supply chain and consultants.
Initiate close out process prior to project completion, typically two to three months in advance with the client doc control team, setting timelines and responsibilities.
Establish close out documentation requirements.
Ensure receipt of all close-out documents until completion, including warranties, as-builts, O&M manuals, etc.
Ensure punch list, substantial completion and final completion process through onsite Construction management team.
Negotiate, resolve and close out any outstanding change orders, quality issues or disputes.
Process and track any final invoices, payment applications, retention payments, etc.
Prepare and submit final project accounting and budget.
Assist client in scheduling, coordination and management of all Owner-direct vendors, consultants.
Oversight of the Site Safety Program - As the early site lead, prioritize safety and set an example to keep our workforce safe and uphold the standards set forth.
Project Management and Reporting
Budget Management
Change Management
Risk Management
Schedule Management and reporting
Contractor’s Site Safety Program
Oversight of Technical Testing/Inspections
Oversight of and Submittals Process
Change Order reviews and approvals
Review and approve requests for payments