Construction Manager; Data Center

Title:

Construction Manager

Location:

Rosemount, MN
Duration: 12–18 months
Contract Type: W2

Start Date:

January 2026
Pay Rate:
Based on experience

• 10+ years of experience in Construction Management of large‑scale projects ($100M and/or 100k+ sqft)
• 2–5 years of experience in data center, critical facility, or mission‑critical environments
• Experience overseeing General Contractor & external vendors
• Proficiency in project documentation, quality assurance, and progress reporting
• Strong skills in cost tracking, scheduling, and problem solving

The Construction Manager will be directly responsible for monitoring and refining the long‑range and short‑term plans to ensure the success of the construction project. The Construction Manager will direct and coordinate the day‑to‑day activities in the field, manage and coordinate the flow of information, control costs, manage and control the schedule, implement and monitor the safety programs, and verify that the completed work is constructed to a quality level consistent with the requirements of the construction documents.

The Construction Manager will perform cross‑function tasks to coordinate with various Microsoft project teams, in addition to, but not limited to, General Contractors, Vendors, and Consultants to deliver projects. The Construction Manager works directly for the DC Ops Field Management (FOI), Sr. Field Ops Construction Program Manager supporting the strategic and tactical delivery of the data center projects.

• Manage and/or coordinate with operations personnel and resources for the projects.
• Assist with preconstruction efforts.
• Manage all aspects of the project from inception through closeout.
• Review GC/Contractor Project Executive Plan.
• Review trade contracts and bid packages, and oversee the procurement process.
• Assist with developing scope of work and reviewing proposals for General Contractors, Equipment Vendors, Commissioning Agent, Testing and Inspection Agent.
• Oversee performance of the project including project status, procurement, equipment delivery, schedule, cost control, safety and change management systems.
• Maintain relationships with internal partners, designers, consultants, and the GC team.
• Attend and act as point of contact for MSFT leads for GC/Contractor project OAC meetings.
• Coordinate with internal team inspections and test data review for compliance with specifications and company standards.
• Coordinate reviews of GC/Contractor site logistics plans, procurement plans, safety plans, and schedules for compliance and acceptance.
• Coordinate with internal team and GC/Contractor/Vendors on MSOW submissions and reviews, including scheduling escorts.
• Coordinate with internal team and GC/Contractor/Vendors on site blackout dates and stop‑work notifications.
• Perform regular project walks to review works in place for progress updates, schedule verification, invoice and quality review.
• Demonstrate commitment to an Injury‑Free Environment (IFE) through own actions, mentoring others, and enforcing the IFE program on projects.

• Verbal and written communication, problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time while collaborating within a team.
• Knowledge of design, bidding and construction processes, quality control, costs, risks, schedule and safety to drive project completion on‑time and within budget.
• Knowledge of construction delivery methods:
  Design‑Build, Design‑Bid‑Build, CM‑at‑Risk, and Design Assist.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and risk assessment and management.
• Knowledge of computer software such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, Procore or SIM PMIS, Microsoft Outlook, Teams, One Note, etc.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• CCM, PMI or PMP certification preferred, or similar applicable certifications.

This is a Contract position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

The pay range for this position is $115.00 – $115.00/hr.

Benefits (subject to eligibility and employment classification) may include:

• 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 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)

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.