Sr. Construction Manager- Data Center

AFL Telecommunications•Ashburn, VA

15h

About The Position

The Sr. Construction Manager leads fast-paced infrastructure buildouts, upgrades, and expansion projects within hyperscale, enterprise, and colocation data centers. The role executes project plans by coordinating and scheduling assignments and managing materials logistics, equipment, contractors, and tools to deliver projects on time and within budget. It requires proactive communication, detailed planning, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. This leadership role ensures construction and installation activities meet customer expectations, data-center standards, and compliance requirements. The position reports directly to the Operations Manager and leads onsite construction and installation teams. It oversees electrical, mechanical, cabling, commissioning, and general construction work, as well as the installation and integration of data-center infrastructure. The manager coordinates testing, quality assurance, documentation, procurement, logistics, customer communication, and compliance with company Environmental, Health & Safety policies. Standard hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; after-hours and weekend support may be required during critical cutovers or maintenance windows. Travel is required based on project locations. The role involves site work in construction zones and requires use of tools, climbing, navigating raised floors, and lifting or carrying equipment and materials. Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

Associate degree in a related technical field, or five years of equivalent experience in data-center or mission-critical facility construction/management.
Strong technical background in data-center infrastructure, including electrical, mechanical, and structured cabling systems.
Working knowledge of AC/DC power systems, UPS systems, battery strings, generators, and -48Vdc power.
Demonstrated proficiency in at least one area: structured cabling, fiber splicing/testing, electrical/conduit installation, mechanical systems, or equipment commissioning.
Working knowledge of test equipment including OTDR, power meters, fiber certification testers, thermal imaging tools, circuit analyzers, and other commissioning gear.
Familiarity with IT, networking, and data-center architectures.
Ability to think critically, problem-solve, and make sound decisions under pressure.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
Proven success leading high-performance teams in mission-critical environments.
Ability to interpret technical data, manage competing priorities, resolve conflicts, build consensus, communicate plans and updates, and work effectively in cross-functional environments.
Ability to use hand tools and power tools, frequently climb ladders, navigate raised floors and construction zones, and lift and carry equipment and materials.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Current industry certifications, such as BICSI, OSHA, PMP, or data-center operations certifications.
Preferred degree or type: B.A. or equivalent experience; Business Administration/Engineering.

Responsibilities

Report directly to the Operations Manager and lead onsite construction and installation teams.
Coordinate day-to-day activities for electrical, mechanical, cabling, commissioning, and general construction crews.
Conduct daily safety briefings, JSA’s, and toolbox talks, and enforce site safety requirements.
Oversee installation and integration of data-center systems, including rack/stack hardware, structured cabling, fiber systems, PDUs, busway, grounding, containment systems, HVAC components, and power distribution equipment.
Lead crews through complex tasks on active data-center floors and in equipment rooms.
Evaluate test results, troubleshoot infrastructure faults, respond to trouble tickets, and support maintenance activities.
Conduct site surveys, quality assurance reviews, and punchlist walk-downs; verify construction meets design and customer standards.
Prepare daily and weekly progress reports, feasibility assessments, and project documentation.
Manage material procurement, storage, and onsite logistics.
Ensure installation work aligns with engineering drawings, MOPs, and data-center operational requirements.
Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, network engineering, commissioning agents, and facility operations to identify and resolve issues.
Provide customer support, communicate directly during builds, guide issue resolution, and manage customer expectations.
Ensure compliance with company Environmental, Health & Safety policies.
Travel to project locations as required and provide after-hours or weekend support during critical cutovers or maintenance windows.