Senior Construction Manager; Owners Rep

Now Hiring:
Senior Construction Manager (Data Centers) Dallas, TX or Lubbock, TX | 75‑100% Travel Across the U.S.

Must be located near a major U.S. airport

A leading Owner’s Representative firm in the hyperscale data center market is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager to lead the delivery of complex, mission-critical projects across the United States.

This role is designed for a senior construction professional who excels at owner representation, program leadership, and field execution
, and who wants to play a key role in shaping how large-scale data center projects are delivered from design through turnover.

As a Senior Construction Manager
, you will oversee large-scale or multi-site mission-critical construction programs, acting as a trusted advisor to clients and executive stakeholders. You will translate strategic objectives into executable construction plans while ensuring scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety targets are consistently met.

Operating with a high degree of autonomy, you will lead multidisciplinary teams, resolve complex technical and contractual challenges, and mentor construction managers and engineers while driving alignment with best-in-class construction standards.

• Represent the owner’s interests across all phases of mission-critical construction projects
• Translate strategic objectives into tactical construction plans across multiple concurrent projects
• Lead design coordination, procurement, construction execution, and turnover activities
• Serve as a subject matter expert in mission-critical construction and commissioning readiness
• Direct field execution to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, codes, and safety standards
• Oversee contractor performance, change management, cost control, and schedule forecasting
• Coordinate closely with design, commissioning, and operations teams to ensure seamless project delivery
• Drive proactive risk identification and resolution to protect schedule and budget
• Produce and present executive-level dashboards, KPIs, and performance reports
• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level construction managers
• Champion continuous improvement, lessons learned, and process standardization

• Lead the strategic use of digital construction platforms and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency, forecasting, documentation, and reporting
• Support adoption of advanced analytics, visualization tools, and digital project controls
• Promote a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and scalable delivery

• Strong working knowledge of commissioning processes for electrical, mechanical, and controls systems in mission-critical environments
• Proven experience managing complex, high-value construction programs as an owner’s representative
• Deep understanding of MOPs, QA/QC, HSE requirements, and commissioning standards
• Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary teams across multiple projects
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage both technical teams and executive stakeholders
• Strong commercial acumen, including change management and risk mitigation
• Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore
• Ability to work independently, under pressure, and in fast‑paced environments

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• OR hands‑on experience in MEP or controls installation, testing, and validation
• 8+ years of additional relevant experience in mission‑critical or complex construction environments

• 75‑100% travel across the U.S. unless assigned to a long‑term project
• Willingness to relocate within 1–3 months if required
• Valid driver’s license and REAL  passport
• Relocation assistance available

• Highly competitive compensation, often exceeding market benchmarks
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO, including additional paid time off at year‑end
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development, tuition reimbursement, and licensing support