Senior Project Manager

A client in Dallas are seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to support the delivery of large-scale data center developments across the Dallas–Fort Worth region.This individual will play a key role in executing ground-up data center construction programs, working closely with senior leadership to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, on budget, and to the highest mission-critical standards.The ideal candidate brings strong experience in program management, project controls, and large-scale mission-critical construction, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with contractors, utilities, engineers, and municipal stakeholders across Texas.This role requires a highly organized and strategic professional who is comfortable managing multiple complex programs in a fast-paced, rapidly scaling organization.Key ResponsibilitiesLead program management and oversight of ground-up data center construction projects across the Dallas region.Own overall program scope, schedule, and budget performance from preconstruction through commissioning.Drive schedule acceleration, cost efficiency, and delivery performance while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.Review constructability across electrical, mechanical, structural, and building systems for new and expansion data center projects.Support RFP development, contractor selection, equipment procurement, and capital request preparation.Manage RFIs, construction administration, and coordination with engineering consultants and contractors throughout the project lifecycle.Oversee commissioning, integrated systems testing, and final project closeout.Track and report key project metrics and performance indicators to senior leadership.Manage multiple concurrent projects including new builds and capital improvements across regional data center campuses.Provide on-site leadership during major construction milestones, startup testing, and commissioning activities.Lead continuous improvement efforts related to schedule management, cost control, change management, and risk mitigation.Coordinate owner-side change processes and evaluate cost and schedule impacts.Oversee project billing, cash flow tracking, and monthly reporting.Experience7+ years of experience managing large-scale construction projects valued at $250M+.Strong background delivering data centers.5+ years of experience managing complex building systems including electrical, mechanical, controls, fire/life safety, security, fiber/network infrastructure, and utility coordination.Proven success managing cost, schedule, and risk across major construction programs.Preferred Skills & ExperienceDirect experience with large-scale data center design or construction (hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise environments).Familiarity with Texas permitting, utility coordination, and municipal processes, ideally within the Dallas/Fort Worth market.Experience working within fast-track design/build project delivery models.Strong contractor, vendor, and subcontractor negotiation experience.Ability to coordinate effectively across construction, engineering, IT, and operations teams.Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to manage complex stakeholder environments.