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Project Manager - Data Center Projects

Motion Recruitment Partners, LLCRichardson, TX🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 25, 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
$130k - $140k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Richardson, TX, United States
Posted
Yesterday
Stakeholder Management

Job Description

Project Manager - Data Center Projects
We are hiring a Project Manager - Data Center Projects for a full-time, direct-hire opportunity in the Richardson, TX / DFW area. The position will start remotely with travel to project sites as needed, likely around 3 days per week. This role supports large-scale, mission-critical data center construction projects and will oversee projects from preconstruction and procurement through construction, L1-L5 commissioning, Integrated Systems Testing (IST), and final turnover.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Data Center Construction Project Manager looking to take ownership of complex, high-value mission-critical projects. You will have visibility across the entire project lifecycle and work closely with design teams, field leadership, OEMs, commissioning providers, BMS/EPMS integrators, and client operations. The position offers strong growth potential in the rapidly expanding data center sector, along with a competitive $130K-$140K base salary, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits.

Required Skills & Experience
7+ years of construction project management experience
3+ years of data center or mission-critical construction experience
Experience delivering $20M+ construction projects on fast-track schedules
Strong understanding of MEP systems and critical power/cooling infrastructure
Knowledge of UPS, generators, switchgear, chillers, CRAH/CRAC, BMS, and EPMS
Understanding of data center redundancy configurations including N, N+1, and 2N
Hands-on exposure to L1-L5 commissioning and Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
Experience managing long-lead equipment procurement, vendor coordination, FAT and SAT activities
Experience developing and managing project schedules using Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project
Experience with Procore and construction cost management tools
Strong knowledge of change control, RFIs, change orders, cost forecasting, and project risk management
Strong communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills

Desired Skills & Experience
Familiarity with Uptime Institute Tier concepts and TIA-942 resiliency ratings
Working knowledge of ASHRAE TC 9.9 guidelines
Experience with phased data center turnover and upgrades in live/energized environments
Experience developing or executing MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs
PMP, CCM, or equivalent project management credential
Experience coordinating commissioning providers, OEMs, BMS/EPMS integrators, and client operations
What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown
30% Data Center Construction & MEP Coordination
25% Commissioning L1-L5 & IST
20% Project Scheduling, Cost & Risk Management
15% Procurement & Vendor Management
10% QA/QC, Documentation & Turnover
Daily Responsibilities
30% Project & Construction Management
30% Schedule, Cost, Risk & Procurement Management
40% Team, Vendor & Stakeholder Collaboration
The Offer
$130K-$140K base salary
Performance bonus eligible
Full-time, direct-hire opportunity
Growth opportunities within the mission-critical/data center sector
You will receive the following benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Vacation Time
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

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