Senior Project Manager - Data Center

Potelco, Inc.•Sumner, WA

10d•$150,000 - $170,000

About The Position

If you enjoy working with a great group of professionals, are accurate, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy using your construction and organizational skills, then we have a role for you. Potelco, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support large-scale data center construction projects across the U.S. The Senior Project Manager leads complex electrical and mission-critical data center projects from initial qualification through project closeout. This position is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all aspects of project delivery, including estimating support, pre-construction, scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor management, quality, safety, and customer relations. If the following interests you, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

5+ years of project management experience in construction, preferably within data centers, mission-critical facilities, electrical infrastructure, or complex MEP environments.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or relevant field.
Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale projects, budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and cross-functional teams.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to write business correspondence and present to customers and stakeholders.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including strong Excel skills.
Willingness to travel as needed.
Must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screening(s).
Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Manage and lead data center construction projects from qualification through pre-construction, mobilization, execution, commissioning, and closeout.
Develop comprehensive project execution plans, schedules, and logistics strategies to meet aggressive timelines and technical requirements.
Oversee installation of electrical, MEP, and mission-critical infrastructure to ensure strict adherence to design specifications, quality standards, and commissioning requirements.
Lead daily coordination with Superintendents, field teams, subcontractors, and engineering partners to ensure alignment with project goals.
Develop, monitor, and manage project budgets, job costs, productivity, and financial performance.
Review and approve invoices, prepare cost reports, and track budget variances.
Identify risks, constraints, and potential field issues; develop and implement recovery plans as needed.
Successfully negotiate and process change orders with clients and subcontractors.
Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, end-users, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
Maintain strong client relationships and ensure alignment on scope, design intent, timelines, and expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
Prepare and present progress reports, financial updates, and project status summaries to senior leadership and project partners.
Coordinate procurement strategies, long-lead materials, vendor engagement, and subcontractor resources to support schedule priorities.
Ensure all work complies with safety policies, OSHA requirements, and project-specific standards.
Drive quality, sustainability, and compliance throughout project execution.
Maintain accurate project documentation, including as-built drawings, submittals, RFIs, and reports.
Lead and mentor a high-performance project team; support employee growth, training, and development.
Provide clear direction to staff, administer company policies, and recommend process improvements to enhance project delivery.