Data Center Construction Manager

PlanIT Group LLC

  • LA
  • 7 days ago

    Highlights

    Identify design gaps, field conflicts, or changes; drive RFIs, clarifications, and scope adjustments. Proactively address challenges around workflow, delays, installation issues, or tactical execution.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLA

    Description

    What You'll Lead

    Own Safety as Priority #1

    • Model and enforce Black Box's Accident-Free Everyday safety culture.
    • Lead jobsite safety standards, compliance, and continuous improvement.
    • Support incident investigations, RCAs, and data driven lessons learned.

    Direct Data Center Construction Operations

    • Drive the development and implementation of project plans, installation strategies, and site logistics.
    • Maintain and manage 5 week lookahead schedules, labor forecasts, and daily progress tracking.
    • Coordinate with Project Management and Procurement to ensure timely delivery and staging of materials.
    • Oversee daily field operations to meet or exceed production goals, budget, and schedule milestones.

    Ensure Technical Excellence & Standards Compliance

    • Serve as the senior SME for data center low voltage, structured cabling, and fiber installations.
    • Guarantee compliance with ANSI/TIA, BICSI, NEBS, and all customer specifications.
    • Lead testing and commissioning activities including OTDR, power meter validation, labeling standards, and quality assurance protocols.
    • Identify design gaps, field conflicts, or changes; drive RFIs, clarifications, and scope adjustments.

    Lead, Mentor & Develop Field Teams

    • Manage large (100+) field technician teams-union or nonunion.
    • Conduct hiring, training, performance evaluations, and career development for onsite personnel.
    • Provide technical coaching and mentorship to accelerate crew capabilities and elevate work quality.
    • Foster a culture grounded in safety, collaboration, accountability, and craftsmanship.

    Be the Customer's Trusted Onsite Partner

    • Act as the main construction operations liaison for the client.
    • Participate in customer meetings, site walks, technical discussions, and milestone reviews.
    • Proactively address challenges around workflow, delays, installation issues, or tactical execution.

    What You Need to Succeed

    Leadership & People Skills

    • Proven ability to lead, motivate, and mentor diverse field teams.
    • Skilled in conflict resolution, workforce planning, and managing competing priorities.
    • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

    Technical Expertise

    • Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and best in class safety practices.
    • Mastery of low voltage, fiber, and structured cabling installation for mission critical environments.
    • Advanced capability in commissioning, system validation, and telecom quality control processes.
    • Ability to interpret complex drawings, specifications, and construction schedules.
    • Experience identifying design discrepancies and managing technical change control.

    Operational & Digital Skills

    • Ability to build and manage work activity sequencing and project phasing plans.
    • Strong computer skills: MS Office, Bluebeam, and construction management platforms.
    • Ability to quickly learn new construction technologies and workflow tools.

    What You Bring

    • High School Diploma or GED required.
    • 8+ years of supervisory experience on largescale structured cabling or data center construction projects.
    • Experience managing large, dispersed field teams (100+).
    • Data center new build or retrofit experience strongly preferred.
    • Experience working with union telecom crews and labor compliance preferred.
    • With strong Data Center Connectivity, ISP, and Fiber construction experience

    Preferred certifications:

    • OSHA30 (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
    • BICSI Technician (TECH)
    • BICSI RCDD

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