Construction Manager

About AscendionAscendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000+ Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next.Ascendion | Engineering to elevate lifeWe have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Come, change the world with us:Build the coolest tech and infrastructure for the world’s leading brandsSolve complex problems & mdash;and learn new skillsExperience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clientsMaster your craft with best-in-class training programs and hands-on project experienceBe part of a community of high-performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for technologyOur culture is the fabric of our company & mdash;what makes us unique and diverse. The way we share ideas, learning, successes, and joy allows everyone to be their best at Ascendion.Job Title: Construction Manager - Data Center ConstructionLocation: Onsite in Atlanta, GA | Charlotte, NC | Boydton, VA | Columbus, OH | Indiana (Multiple headcount in each location)Duration: Long-term engagementHours: 40 hours per week (plus overtime)About the RoleThe Construction Manager - Data Center Construction will serve as the onsite owner’s-representative, supporting safe, schedule-aligned delivery and commissioning readiness across data center projects. This role is responsible for overseeing daily field execution, coordinating among contractors and stakeholders, identifying risks and constraints, and ensuring smooth project delivery from construction through commissioning.Core ResponsibilitiesDaily Execution Oversight: Oversee daily onsite field activities, verify progress against plans, and support quick issue resolution to maintain safety and efficiency.Schedule Health Support: Participate in look-ahead planning, monitor critical-path activities, and drive mitigation actions to preserve schedule integrity.Contractor Coordination: Coordinate with general contractors, trades, and commissioning agents to maintain alignment on sequencing and dependencies.Technical Workflow Support: Review RFIs, submittals, MOPs, and work plans; ensure documentation aligns with project specifications and field conditions.Commissioning Readiness Enablement: Track deficiencies, verify system installations, and confirm readiness for IST, turnover, and commissioning activities.Standardized Field Reporting: Prepare daily reports, photo logs, and progress updates for leadership, maintaining transparency and accountability.Required QualificationsExperience in mission-critical construction delivery, preferably in data center environmentsStrong field documentation discipline and attention to technical detailProven ability to work within high-compliance construction settingsFamiliarity with commissioning and turnover processesExcellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skillsAbility to work onsite and collaborate with multiple contractor and client teamsPreferred QualificationsExperience supporting data center constructionor similar large-scale facilitiesFamiliarity withIST readiness, turnover packages, and commissioning proceduresBackground inconstruction management, engineering, or project coordinationExperience managingconstruction issue logs and field reportingKey Success FactorsSafe and consistent field executionTimely identification and mitigation of risksClear communication across project stakeholdersReliable and standardized documentation throughout the construction lifecycleSalary Range: The salary for this position is between $150K-$170K USD annually. Pay within this range may vary based on geography, experience, skills, and applicable qualifications.Benefits: Eligible employees may receive the following benefits:[Medical insurance] [Dental insurance] [Vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [Long-term disability insurance] [Short-term disability insurance] [5 personal days annually] [10-15 days of paid vacation] [6 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday] [Ascendion Learning Management System access]Want to change the world? Let’s connect.Tell us about your expertise, experience, and ambitions. Bring your insights, unique perspective, and enthusiasm to build the next generation of data center infrastructure & mdash ;together with Ascendion.