Project Manager - Joint Venture

Summary:The Project Manager (JV) is responsible for leading and delivering large-scaleheavy civil and mission-critical infrastructure projects executed through aJoint Venture partnership. This includes transportation, water, and energyinfrastructure as well as site development and enabling works for hyperscaledata centers. This role oversees all aspects of project execution, includingcoordination between JV partners, contract compliance, cost control, scheduling,risk management, and stakeholder communication. The Project Manager ensuresalignment with JV agreements while driving project performance, safety, quality,and accelerated delivery objectives typical of data center and other largeprojects. This role would ideally sit in Atlanta, but we are open to operatingremotely out of another large Southern Metro area.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Project Leadership & ExecutionLeads and supports business development efforts, including pursuit strategy,proposal preparation, cost estimating, and preconstruction planning to positionprojects for successful executionLead planning and execution of heavy civil and site infrastructure projects,including highways, bridges, utilities, grading, and large-scale data centercampus developmentDeliver projects safely, on time, and within budgetDevelop and manage detailed execution plans that integrate civil,structural, and utility scopes supporting mission-critical facilitiesJoint Venture CoordinationServe as the primary coordination point between JV partners, ensuringalignment on scope, schedule, cost, and governanceNavigate differing partner systems, processes, and cultures to maintainunified project deliverySupport JV governance processes, including executive reporting, approvals,and financial structuresContract & Commercial ManagementManage complex contracts, including design-build and EPC delivery modelscommon in both heavy civil and data center developmentOversee change management, claims, and dispute resolutionCoordinate procurement and subcontracting strategies, including long-leadmaterials and equipment impacting critical path schedulesFinancial OversightMonitor project financial performance, including cost forecasting,productivity tracking, and cash flowEnsure consistent cost reporting across JV entitiesManage budgets associated with large-scale earthwork, utilities, andinfrastructure tied to mission-critical facilitiesRisk ManagementIdentify and mitigate risks related to accelerated schedules, permitting,utility coordination, and evolving client requirementsAddress risks associated with concurrent construction activities andoverlapping trades typical in data center projectsEnsure risk allocation aligns with JV and client contract termsStakeholder & Client RelationsAct as primary interface with owners, including public agencies and privatedevelopersCoordinate with utilities and third-party stakeholdersMaintain clear communication on schedule milestones, particularly forapplicable phased turnoverSafety & QualityEnforce strict safety standards across multi-employer job sitesEnsure quality control for civil works supporting high-reliabilityfacilities, including foundations, underground utilities, and site systemsTeam LeadershipLead cross-functional teams from multiple JV partners, including fieldoperations, engineering, and project controlsFoster collaboration in high-pressure, schedule-driven environmentsBuild teams capable of supporting rapid mobilization and scaling typical oflarge projectsQualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform eachessential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representativeof the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations maybe made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions.Education and/or ExperienceBachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, orrelated field is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and relevantexperience preferred10+ years of experience in heavy civil construction or large-scale sitedevelopmentExperience delivering infrastructure for mission-critical or industrialfacilities (data centers, power, manufacturing) preferredPrior joint venture experience strongly preferredProven success in fast-track or schedule-driven environmentsStrong leadership in complex, multi-partner environmentsDeep understanding of civil or site development, utilities, andinfrastructure coordinationExperience managing compressed schedules and phased project deliveryFinancial and commercial acumen across large, complex projectsStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsExperience supporting hyperscale data center developments or largecampus-style projectsFamiliarity with utility coordination, high-capacity power infrastructure,and site readiness for mission-critical facilitiesExperience with mega-projects ($100M+)Background in claims management and dispute resolutionMust be willing and able to travel 75% or more of the time to supportbusiness operationsPerformance StandardsSafety Culture: Foster a safety culture by modeling and reinforcing expectedjobsite behaviorsTeam Orientation: Communicate in an open, honest, and respectful mannerHigh Integrity: Acts with unyielding integrity and honesty in businesstransactions, promoting company policies and holding self and other employeesaccountable, keeping promises and commitmentsOwnership Mentality: Assumes responsibility and makes decisions within ownlevel of authority; seeks approval when appropriateGood Judgment: Knows when to stand tough and when to be flexible. Sees thebig picture and the ramifications of actionsVersatility: Is open to change. Adjusts positively to changing workpriorities and business conditionsPhysical RequirementsSit, stand and walk continuously throughout the scheduled workdayStand, reach, drive and use fine motor skills frequently throughout the dayOccasionally bend, kneel, squat and climb throughout the workdayLift up to 50 lbs. on occasionWork both indoors and outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions and may bein loud environmentsMust work in a manner that will not jeopardize the health and safety ofhim/herself or othersReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions.Language SkillsMust be able to read and comprehend EnglishThe above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe theprincipal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as adetailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in theoccupation.All applicants must be willing to submit to a pre-employment drug test,background check, and motor vehicle record check.Equal opportunity employer, including veterans, and individuals withdisabilities