Project Manager
Leader Engineering, Dallas, TX, United States
Job Role:
Project Manager – Capital Projects (Data Center Construction)
Employment Type:
Contract
Compensation:
Competitive Day Rate + Benefits (including 401(k)) the client is open to negotiate for the right expertise.
About Our Client:
Our client is a leading organization within the data center and mission-critical infrastructure sector, delivering large-scale, high-performance facilities across the United States. Due to continued growth and a major project pipeline, they are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of a flagship data center project in Dallas.
The Role:
On behalf of our client, we are seeking a highly experienced Project Manager to oversee the construction and delivery of a large-scale data center project. This role is heavily focused on on-site construction execution, ensuring all phases—from early works through commissioning and handover—are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
You will play a critical role in coordinating contractors, engineers, and stakeholders, driving performance across all aspects of the build in a mission-critical environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the construction phase of data center capital projects from pre-construction through commissioning and handover
Oversee general contractors, subcontractors, and site teams to ensure alignment with scope, schedule, and quality expectations
Manage day-to-day construction activities on-site, including sequencing and trade coordination
Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards
Review and manage construction schedules, including critical path tracking and recovery planning
Monitor project costs, change orders, and contractor performance
Coordinate MEP installation and integration, ensuring readiness for commissioning
Lead site meetings, reporting, and stakeholder updates
Proactively identify and mitigate risks, delays, and technical challenges
Support testing, commissioning, and final handover to operations teams
Required Qualifications & Experience:
Minimum 10 years of experience in project management
At least 5 years of experience delivering data center construction projects
Proven experience managing mission-critical or large-scale infrastructure builds
Strong background in construction management and site delivery
Deep understanding of CAPEX project execution
Solid knowledge of MEP systems within data center environments
Experience with contracts, scheduling, and cost control
PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification preferred
Hyperscale or colocation data center project experience
Experience working with major general contractors or EPC firms
Exposure to fast-track or multi-phase builds
Familiarity with commissioning processes and Tier standards
Strong on-site leadership and decision-making ability
Excellent stakeholder and contractor management skills
Ability to deliver under pressure in fast-paced environments
High attention to detail and problem-solving capability
What Our Client Offers:
Competitive contract rate
Opportunity to work on a high-profile data center project
Collaborative and dynamic project environment
If you are interested in the role please apply below or email direct to william.cook@leaderengineering.com
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Project Manager – Capital Projects (Data Center Construction)
Employment Type:
Contract
Compensation:
Competitive Day Rate + Benefits (including 401(k)) the client is open to negotiate for the right expertise.
About Our Client:
Our client is a leading organization within the data center and mission-critical infrastructure sector, delivering large-scale, high-performance facilities across the United States. Due to continued growth and a major project pipeline, they are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of a flagship data center project in Dallas.
The Role:
On behalf of our client, we are seeking a highly experienced Project Manager to oversee the construction and delivery of a large-scale data center project. This role is heavily focused on on-site construction execution, ensuring all phases—from early works through commissioning and handover—are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
You will play a critical role in coordinating contractors, engineers, and stakeholders, driving performance across all aspects of the build in a mission-critical environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the construction phase of data center capital projects from pre-construction through commissioning and handover
Oversee general contractors, subcontractors, and site teams to ensure alignment with scope, schedule, and quality expectations
Manage day-to-day construction activities on-site, including sequencing and trade coordination
Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards
Review and manage construction schedules, including critical path tracking and recovery planning
Monitor project costs, change orders, and contractor performance
Coordinate MEP installation and integration, ensuring readiness for commissioning
Lead site meetings, reporting, and stakeholder updates
Proactively identify and mitigate risks, delays, and technical challenges
Support testing, commissioning, and final handover to operations teams
Required Qualifications & Experience:
Minimum 10 years of experience in project management
At least 5 years of experience delivering data center construction projects
Proven experience managing mission-critical or large-scale infrastructure builds
Strong background in construction management and site delivery
Deep understanding of CAPEX project execution
Solid knowledge of MEP systems within data center environments
Experience with contracts, scheduling, and cost control
PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification preferred
Hyperscale or colocation data center project experience
Experience working with major general contractors or EPC firms
Exposure to fast-track or multi-phase builds
Familiarity with commissioning processes and Tier standards
Strong on-site leadership and decision-making ability
Excellent stakeholder and contractor management skills
Ability to deliver under pressure in fast-paced environments
High attention to detail and problem-solving capability
What Our Client Offers:
Competitive contract rate
Opportunity to work on a high-profile data center project
Collaborative and dynamic project environment
If you are interested in the role please apply below or email direct to william.cook@leaderengineering.com
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