• Data Center Construction Manager

    Actalent (Clarksville, VA)


    Job Title: Data Center Construction Manager

    Job Description

    The Data Center Construction Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing and administering construction projects in the surrounding area. This position requires leading the coordination of General Contractor and Vendor Partner activities, managing costs, processing change orders, and ensuring the construction progress aligns with the project's quality standards. The Construction Manager will also support strategic and tactical delivery of data center projects.

    Responsibilities

    + Assure safety is the top priority by advocating, motivating, and coaching the team.

    + Ensure schedule predictability and cost reliability.

    + Oversee and direct construction projects from conception to completion.

    + Review and administer project schedules and cost estimates.

    + Monitor compliance with building and safety regulations.

    + Coordinate and direct the efforts of General Contractor and vendor partners.

    + Review daily work progress and prepare internal and external reports.

    + Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve emerging issues.

    + Analyze, manage, and mitigate risks to ensure project success.

    + Ensure quality construction standards and proper techniques are used.

    + Create and manage project timelines and track budgets.

    + Motivate the team and ensure they have the necessary resources.

    + Maintain project organization and document management.

    + Attend project meetings and maintain detailed project notes.

    + Communicate daily updates with the project manager.

    + Be present on the project site five days a week.

    Essential Skills

    + 10+ years of experience in construction, with a focus on data centers.

    + Strong organizational and executive functioning skills.

    + Experience with data center construction and commissioning.

    + Knowledge of construction management, architectural, or engineering principles.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + A degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering is preferred.

    + An electrical engineering background is ideal, but mechanical engineering experience is acceptable.

    + Experience dealing with civil, electrical, and plumbing disciplines is valuable.

    + A background in commissioning is beneficial.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The position is located in MECKLENBURG AVC17, with a typical work schedule of Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Clarksville, Virginia.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Clarksville, VA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $88.00 - $98.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Clarksville,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.