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Construction Manager

Reuben Cooley IncBuffalo, NY🇺🇸United StatesPosted 1 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This on-site Construction Manager role at Reuben Cooley Inc offers incredible opportunities to lead complex data center projects and develop expertise in MEP systems. If you're a results-oriented individual with a knack for coordinating diverse teams, you'll thrive in this dynamic environment focused on critical infrastructure development. Apply now to contribute to impactful projects and advance your career.

Quick Overview

Work Type
On Site
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Job Description:
Mission Critical Construction Manager (MEP)
The Mission Critical Construction Manager is a Foreman/Superintendent role responsible for managing internal and subcontractor crews for datacenter construction and upgrade projects. Scopes vary from minor Client/EPMS upgrade projects to major multidisciplinary scopes involving multiple subcontractors and trades. This position will be based onsite at various data centers.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Full time on-site beginning at 6AM
  • Coordinate and support internal and subcontractor teams on mission critical renovation/upgrade projects that include Client, EPMS, mechanical, electrical, and structural scopes of work
  • Maintain safe working environment and champion our safety culture
  • Apply expertise to support project management teams with planning, schedule management, coordination, and closeout
  • Provide technical direction and support for Trade Partners and field crews in daily construction activities
  • Provide construction and schedule updates to project management team
  • Assist with coordination of client submittals, site logistics plans, and as-built documentation
  • Assist with coordination of RFIs and maintain log as required
  • Attend site visits with client and subcontractors
  • Coordinate with estimating and project team to support RFQs and bid submittals
  • Promote positive customer relationships
  • Coordinate site access and badging requests
  • Identify process bottlenecks and make recommendations for improvement

Requirements and Experience

  • 3-5 years or more of Mission Critical and Data Center construction field management experience. Experience working in live datacenters required.
  • Experience running crews in live datacenter environments required.
  • Thorough experience with construction, safety, and quality best practices
  • Understanding of electrical, mechanical, structural, architectural trades and industrial construction methods.

Specific requirements include:

  • Ability to read and interpret a one-line diagram
  • Ability to interpret P&ID/Client Controls diagrams
  • Ability to interpret electrical drawings and trace the flow of power
  • Ability to abide and understand simple and complex LOTO procedures and coach others on how to follow
  • OSHA30 Certificate preferred
  • Experience with Client and EPMS systems construction, integration, and commissioning tasks
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic team environment with multiple stakeholders
  • Experience with BMS and EPMS systems construction, integration, and commissioning tasks
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic team environment with multiple stakeholders
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
  • Strong attention to detail, Solution orientated with solid problem-solving skills
  • Ability and willingness to travel to project sites, Ability to pass background check
  • Must be able to work for any US Employer without current or future visa sponsorship

Skills

Estimating
P&ID
SAFe

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