Data Center Construction Manager

Job Description

The Mission Critical Construction Manager is a Foreman/Superintendent role responsible for managing internal and subcontractor crews for datacenter construction and upgrade projects. Scopes vary from minor BMS/EPMS upgrade projects to major multidisciplinary scopes involving multiple subcontractors and trades.

Key Requirements and Qualifications

MEP Experience: Candidates must have mission-critical MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) experience and a clear understanding of MOPs (Method of Procedure).

Project Scope: Experience with expanded project scope, including water and fire protection systems, beyond traditional MEP.

Must be comfortable with an onsite presence, flexible, and able to wear multiple hats.

Strong field leadership and decision-making skills required.

Experience in other mission-critical environments (e.g., hospitals, factories, or large-scale facilities) is acceptable for candidates without direct data center experience.

Primary Responsibilities

Full time on-site beginning at 6AM

Coordinate and support internal and subcontractor teams on mission critical renovation/upgrade projects that include BMS, EPMS, mechanical, electrical, and structural scopes of work

Maintain safe working environment and champion our safety culture

Apply expertise to support project management teams with planning, schedule management, coordination, and closeout

Provide technical direction and support for Trade Partners and field crews in daily construction activities

Provide construction and schedule updates to project management team

Assist with coordination of client submittals, site logistics plans, and as-built documentation

Assist with coordination of RFIs and maintain log as required

Attend site visits with client and subcontractors

Coordinate with estimating and project team to support RFQs and bid submittals

Promote positive customer relationships

Coordinate site access and badging requests

Identify process bottlenecks and make recommendations for improvement

Requirements and Experience

3-5 years or more of Mission Critical and Data Center construction field management experience. Experience working in live datacenters required.

Experience running crews in live datacenter environments required.

Thorough experience with construction, safety, and quality best practices

Understanding of electrical, mechanical, structural, architectural trades and industrial construction methods.

Specific requirements include:

Ability to read and interpret a one-line diagram

Ability to interpret P&ID/BMS Controls diagrams

Ability to interpret electrical drawings and trace the flow of power

Ability to abide and understand simple and complex LOTO procedures and coach others on how to follow

OSHA30 Certificate preferred

Experience with BMS and EPMS systems construction, integration, and commissioning tasks

Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic team environment with multiple stakeholders

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Strong attention to detail

Solution orientated with solid problem-solving skills

Ability and willingness to travel to project sites

Ability to pass background check

Company Description

WAVSYS is a national solutions company offering contract, permanent and turnkey staffing solutions by leveraging its international network of 20 offices covering USA, Canada, and the UK.