About Vantage Data Centers
Vantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance.
We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another’s experience.
Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises.
Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.
Position Description
Vantage is looking for a self-motivated Principal Construction Manager to provide overall leadership and drive success of large-scale new development construction projects.
The position covers all aspects of construction.
Areas of expertise require autonomy and independent discretion in the following areas:
RFP development and budgeting
Pre-bid oversight and coordination
Managing all design phases and documents
Customer engagement for sales and fulfillment of requirements
Coordination and supervision of design-build contractors
Coordination with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts
Oversight of physical construction activities
Participation in commissioning
Hand-off of physical data center and project documents to operations
Essential Job Functions
Drive thought leadership with a focus on lean principles of construction and cost optimization
Development of capital improvement projects to and through internal project approval
Management of project scope, schedule and budget
Drive all aspects of construction including pre-construction, design development, permitting and entitlements, competitive bid process, team selection, construction oversight, commissioning, and project closeout
Duties
Collaborate with design team, operators and clients
Submit monthly project financial reporting including forecasting, cash-flow, etc.
Review monthly contractor billing and perform job walks to substantiate progress
Develop, manage, maintain, and assist with contract negotiation of new and existing vendors
Manage input and delivery of work products from internal team members to ensure that new data center spaces comply with the project requirements, customer requirements, all engineering standards, applicable codes, and specifications
Develop, document, and drive lessons learned, process improvements, cost and schedule savings initiatives throughout the project lifecycle process
Work closely with the Operations to coordinate design criteria with budgetary issues and ongoing maintenance and operation of existing facilities
Awareness of the importance of mission-critical facility operation
Additional duties as assigned from time to time by Management
Job Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, or similar field, or equivalent experience
10 years of experience in managing construction projects required, 10 to 15+ years preferred
Data center experience is a strongly preferred
Experience in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management is a requirement
Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools like MS Project or P6
Expected travel is less than 5%, but may grow and evolve over time
We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance.
We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses.
We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do.
Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package.
We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position.
We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies.
Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.