Sr. Project Manager (MWC)

Megawatt•San Jose, CA

5d•$170,000 - $270,000

About The Position

Megawatt Construction, Inc. is a rapidly growing data center construction company delivering complex, mission-critical construction projects across the United States. The Senior Project Manager will lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of large-scale data center construction projects, including data hall fit-outs. The role is accountable for overall project performance, including schedule, budget, quality, safety, subcontractor coordination, and client satisfaction. The Senior Project Manager will manage projects from preconstruction through commissioning and final turnover, develop high-performing teams, proactively resolve challenges, and drive consistent execution. The position also includes travel to project sites and work from project locations as business needs require. Megawatt Construction offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits program, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching. The company is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of construction project management experience; data center, mission-critical, or large-scale commercial construction experience is preferred.
Demonstrated experience leading complex construction projects, managing project teams, coordinating subcontractors, and overseeing multiple stakeholders.
Strong understanding of data center construction, data hall fit-outs, MEP systems, critical power infrastructure, cooling systems, and commissioning requirements.
Proven ability to manage project budgets, cost forecasting, cash flow, financial reporting, change management, and project profitability.
Strong knowledge of construction scheduling, critical path management, procurement planning, resource allocation, and schedule recovery strategies.
Experience with subcontractor procurement, contract administration, scope reviews, negotiations, change orders, claims, and dispute resolution.
Ability to manage project risks, resolve technical and operational challenges, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Strong leadership and team development skills, including the ability to establish expectations, promote accountability, and drive project performance.
Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, negotiation, and client relationship management skills.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities across complex projects.
Proficiency with construction management and scheduling software such as Procore, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, or comparable platforms.
Knowledge of construction safety requirements, quality control procedures, applicable building codes, and project documentation standards.
Proven track record of delivering projects with respect to budget, schedule, safety, quality, and client expectations.
Demonstrates integrity, accountability, professionalism, sound judgment, and a solutions-oriented approach.
Ability to balance strategic project oversight with hands-on coordination, decision-making, and execution.
Willingness to travel to project sites and work from project locations as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field; equivalent relevant construction experience may be considered.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification; additional relevant construction management or safety certifications are advantageous.
Experience in data center, mission-critical, or large-scale commercial construction.

Responsibilities

Lead data center construction projects through preconstruction, planning, procurement, construction, commissioning, and final turnover.
Establish project objectives, execution plans, schedules, budgets, and performance expectations.
Manage budgets, cost forecasts, cash flow projections, financial reports, project costs, labor productivity, subcontractor commitments, and expenditures; address variances and maintain project profitability.
Develop and manage project schedules, monitor critical path activities and milestones, and implement recovery plans as needed.
Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, procurement, subcontractors, and other resources to maintain productivity and meet deadlines.
Lead subcontractor procurement, scope reviews, bid evaluations, contract negotiations, and subcontract administration.
Hold subcontractors accountable for contractual obligations, schedule, workmanship, safety, quality, and performance.
Coordinate with superintendents, project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and field personnel to align project plans and field operations.
Coordinate architectural, structural, civil, and MEP trades to resolve design conflicts, constructability issues, and field challenges.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company policies, regulations, and site-specific requirements.
Oversee QA/QC processes to ensure work meets approved drawings, specifications, codes, and client requirements.
Coordinate construction of critical data center infrastructure, including electrical distribution, backup power, cooling and HVAC, fire protection, and related building systems.
Collaborate with engineering teams, commissioning agents, trade partners, and clients on system integration, testing, commissioning, and operational readiness.
Manage changes, RFIs, submittals, change orders, claims, and potential disputes, including documentation, approvals, and cost and schedule adjustments.
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks involving cost, schedule, design, procurement, labor, subcontractor performance, and construction execution.
Serve as a primary contact for clients, owners, design teams, consultants, and other stakeholders; maintain relationships through proactive communication and consistent execution.
Lead project meetings, communicate progress and challenges, manage client expectations, and resolve issues affecting project performance or satisfaction.
Lead, mentor, and develop project team members; establish responsibilities and expectations and promote accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Prepare and present project status reports on financial performance, schedule, safety, quality, risks, and milestones to executive leadership and clients.
Maintain accurate project records, including budgets, schedules, contracts, meeting minutes, change documentation, and other project files.
Oversee closeout, including punch-list items, as-built drawings, warranties, operation and maintenance manuals, and final turnover documentation.