Senior Project Manager - Datacenters in Chicago

Date Posted: Thursday, May 15, 2025

Job Snapshot

Job Description

 

We’re seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager with proven data center construction experience to lead critical, large‑scale builds from groundbreaking through turnover. You’ll foster a safety‑first culture, drive on‑time and on‑budget delivery, and work closely with clients, engineers, and trade partners to ensure the highest standards of quality and performance.


Key Responsibilities

  • Champion and enforce a proactive safety culture across all project phases

  • Develop, monitor, and report on project budgets, forecasts, and profitability

  • Create and maintain detailed schedules (Primavera P6/MS Project) to meet project milestones

  • Analyze cost reports and implement strategies to control expenses and optimize productivity

  • Interface with owners, architects, inspectors, and vendors to resolve issues and drive solutions

  • Oversee equipment planning, procurement, and maintenance to support project execution

  • Administer project policies, procedures, contracts, and compliance with industry regulations


Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree (Construction Management, Engineering, or related) preferred; equivalent experience considered

  • Minimum 10 years of progressive construction management in data center or heavy‑industrial environments

  • Track record managing medium‑ to large‑scale projects (>$100 million)

  • Proficiency with Primavera P6, MS Project, Excel, Word, and digital construction tools (VDC/BIM)

  • Strong negotiation skills and the ability to represent the company with owners and stakeholders


Why Join Us?

  • Competitive Compensation: Performance‑based bonus plan tied directly to project completion metrics

  • Collaborative Culture: Join a dynamic team where your insights drive innovation and continuous improvement

  • Immediate Impact: Interviews and start dates available now—help shape the future of critical infrastructure


If you’re passionate about delivering world‑class data center projects and ready to take the next step in your career, APPLY TODAY!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.