Construction Manager (Data Center)

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Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager with a strong commercial construction background who is willing to obtain a Virginia Class A Contractor License. This role will oversee the fit-out of hyperscale data center white space within colocation environments and be responsible for managing all aspects of tenant fit-out construction, including trade coordination, work sequencing, quality control, and delivery of mission-critical infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have experience with, or a strong understanding of, the Virginia Class A Contractor License process and bring proven construction management experience within data center environments. They should possess a solid understanding of white space infrastructure, including containment systems, overhead conveyance systems (ladder racks and cable tray), structural support frameworks, and cooling systems (HVAC). Familiarity with structured cabling systems, including low-voltage and fiber infrastructure, is a plus.

This is a full-time salaried position offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, paid training, and performance-based bonuses.

This position is based in the Sterling/Ashburn area and will work onsite for local data center projects.

Willing to take the CBC exam as part of the process to obtain a Virginia Class A Contractor License.

Key Responsibilities

Lead on-site construction management for data center white space fit-out projects

Oversee installation of:

Structural hot aisle / cold aisle containment systems

Overhead cable tray systems and ladder rack conveyance

Structural support systems for cabinets, racks, cable trays, and electrical power distribution infrastructure

Cooling infrastructure, including HVAC units

Power distribution from PDU down to cabinet level

Manage trade contractors and ensure proper sequencing of work (e.g., structural supports → overhead conveyance → electrical distribution → cabling → containment) to maintain schedule and avoid conflicts

Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, and client stakeholders

Enforce quality control (QC) processes to ensure installations meet design specifications, load requirements, and industry standards

Monitor project schedule, budget, and progress; proactively identify and resolve risks/issues

Ensure compliance with safety standards and site protocols

Review construction drawings, submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings related to supports and overhead systems

Verify proper installation tolerances, anchoring, and support systems for overhead infrastructure

Support commissioning and handover processes

Required Qualifications

Must have a strong understanding of the Virginia Class A Contractor License process or currently hold a Virginia Class A Contractor License.

5-10+ years of construction management experience, preferably in mission-critical or data center environments

Proven experience managing white space fit-out / tenant improvement projects in colocation or hyperscale data centers

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple subcontractors and deliver projects on schedule

Strong knowledge of QA/QC processes, including inspection of support systems and overhead installations

Project Management skills including scheduling and budgeting

Candidate must have strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Strong stakeholder and client communication

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with low voltage cabling (LVC) and/or fiber optic infrastructure within data centers

Procore experience is strongly preferred

RCDD-level knowledge or experience with structured cabling design standards (e.g., setting or enforcing standards)

Experience in commissioning or turnover of data center white space environments

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