Construction Manager

5C Data Centers is seeking a highly driven Onsite Construction Manager to lead day-to-day on-site construction activities at our Springfield, Ohio (CMH01) data center campus. This role is critical to ensuring the successful delivery of hyperscale and AI-ready infrastructure—on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

This is a hands-on, field-based leadership role requiring strong coordination across general contractors, subcontractors, engineering teams, OEMs and commissioning agents, as well as internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and has deep experience in mission-critical or large-scale infrastructure construction.

Key Responsibilities:

Site Leadership & Execution

Serve as the primary onsite representative for all construction activities at the Springfield campus

Oversee daily construction operations, ensuring alignment with project schedules, milestones, and deliverables

Monitor contractor performance, productivity, and adherence to scope

Project Coordination

Act as the central liaison between construction, engineering, design, and operations teams

Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, commissioning agents and vendors to resolve field issues quickly

Lead daily/weekly site meetings, progress reviews, and reporting

Schedule & Budget Management

Track project schedules and proactively identify risks to timelines

Support cost control efforts, change order review, and budget tracking

Escalate risks and delays with recommended mitigation strategies

Quality Assurance

Ensure all work meets design specifications, industry standards, and company expectations

Conduct regular site inspections and enforce quality control processes

Support commissioning readiness and turnover to operations

Safety & Compliance

Enforce strict adherence to OSHA regulations and site safety protocols

Promote a culture of safety across all contractors and vendors

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal construction requirements

Stakeholder Communication

Provide clear, concise reporting to leadership on project status, risks, and milestones

Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners

Support executive-level updates as needed

Qualifications & Requirements:

Required

7–12+ years of construction management experience, in data centers including familiarity with MEP systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), especially critical systems (power, cooling)

Proven experience managing on-site construction for complex, multi-phase projects

Strong knowledge of:

Construction methods, scheduling, and sequencing

Safety regulations (OSHA)

Contract administration and change management

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents

Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred

Experience in hyperscale data center or AI infrastructure builds

Experience working in fast-track or startup environments

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field