Budgeting, Change Management, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Project Management, Construction Projects, Contract Management, Cost Control, Cost Forecasting, Customer Relations, Leadership, Mentoring, Network Operations Center, Operations Planning, Project Development, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Team Player, Technical Delivery
LOCATION
Jackson, MS
POSTED
7 days ago
Senior Project Manager – Data Center Construction
Data center construction demands precision, accountability, and experienced leadership. We’re partnered with a prominent, well-established general contractor delivering large-scale, mission-critical data center projects and are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex builds from preconstruction through turnover.
This role is for a seasoned construction leader who understands the technical demands of data centers and knows how to drive performance across schedule, cost, quality, and client relationships.
What You’ll Do
Lead all phases of data center construction projects, from preconstruction planning through close-out
Maintain full responsibility for schedule, budget, quality, and safety performance
Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, design teams, and key stakeholders
Coordinate internal project teams, superintendents, and trade partners
Manage cost control, forecasting, change management, and risk mitigation
Partner closely with field leadership to ensure constructability and execution
Mentor and develop project management staff
What We’re Looking For
10+ years of construction project management experience
Strong financial and contractual management skills
Ability to lead in fast-paced, high-expectation environments
Clear communicator with a collaborative, solutions-driven mindset
Why This Opportunity
You’ll join a contractor known for delivering highly technical, mission-critical projects with a strong commitment to safety, integrity, and execution. The organization values long-term relationships, operational excellence, and developing leaders who can take full ownership of their work.
If you’re an experienced data center Project Manager looking for a role with real ownership, complex work, and long-term growth this is the opportunity to join a proven industry leader. Apply online or email your resume to Kenna Warren at
kenna.warren@gogpac.com
.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
About the Company
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