Traveling Construction Project Manager (Data Centers & Controls)

JSET Automated Technologies•Charlotte, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

JSET Automated Technologies specializes in Building Automation Systems (BAS), Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), controls integration, and mission-critical infrastructure projects. We support complex data center and industrial projects throughout the United States and are committed to delivering quality, consistency, and operational excellence on every project. JSET is seeking an experienced Traveling Construction Project Manager to support data center and mission-critical infrastructure projects across the Midwest and Southern United States. This is a field-based leadership role responsible for managing projects from startup through turnover while actively directing field personnel, subcontractors, vendors, and overall project execution on active construction sites. Project Managers on our national team are embedded in the field and are expected to lead project execution, manage field staff, solve problems, drive schedules, and maintain strong relationships with customers and trade partners throughout the project lifecycle. Candidates should be comfortable deploying to project sites for extended durations and traveling wherever project needs require.

Requirements

5+ years of construction project management experience in electrical, controls, industrial, manufacturing, mission-critical, or similar construction environments
Experience managing direct field labor, subcontractors, and active construction projects
Proven experience managing project schedules, budgets, forecasting, procurement, and customer relationships
Strong understanding of construction means and methods
Experience with RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and cost tracking
Experience utilizing Procore or similar construction management software
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities
Valid driver's license
Ability and willingness to travel extensively based on project needs
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS), Building Management Systems (BMS), or Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS)
Experience managing data center, mission-critical, industrial, or electrical construction projects
Experience supporting commissioning and startup activities
Experience with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling software
Knowledge of controls systems, low-voltage systems, or industrial automation

Responsibilities

Lead controls and data center construction projects from startup through turnover
Direct and manage field technicians, foremen, subcontractors, and vendors
Establish daily and weekly priorities for field teams
Manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and overall project performance
Coordinate manpower planning, material procurement, and resource allocation
Review contracts, drawings, specifications, and project requirements
Manage RFIs, submittments, change orders, billing, and project documentation
Track project risks, resolve field issues, and drive timely decision-making
Conduct regular jobsite walks and actively manage project execution in the field
Support commissioning, startup, and turnover activities
Maintain safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle
Utilize Procore and other project management tools to maintain project visibility and documentation