About this opportunity
Align lists this Data Center Project Manager opportunity in ann arbor, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee the fit‑out of hyperscale data centre white space within colocation environments. This role is responsible for managing all aspects of tenant fit‑out construction, including coordination of trades, sequencing of work, quality control, and delivery of mission‑critical infrastructure.
This is a full‑time salaried position offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, paid training, and performance‑based bonuses.
This position is based in the Detroit metro area and will work onsite for local data centre projects. Approximately 50% travel outside of the Detroit area should be expected at times.
Key Responsibilities
Lead on‑site construction management for data centre white space fit‑out projects
Oversee installation of: Structural hot aisle / cold aisle containment systems
Overhead cable tray systems and ladder rack conveyance
Structural support systems for cabinets, racks, cable trays, and electrical power distribution infrastructure
Cooling infrastructure, including HVAC units
Power distribution from PDU down to cabinet level
Manage trade contractors and ensure proper sequencing of work (e.g., structural supports → overhead conveyance → electrical distribution → cabling → containment) tomaintainschedule and avoid conflicts
Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, and client stakeholders
Enforce quality control (QC) processes to ensure installations meet design specifications, load requirements, and industry standards
Monitor project schedule, budget, and progress; proactively identify and resolve risks/issues
Ensure compliance with safety standards and site protocols
Review construction drawings, submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings related to supports and overhead systems
Verify proper installation tolerances, anchoring, and support systems for overhead infrastructure
Support commissioning and handover processes
Required Qualifications
5-10+ years of construction management experience, preferably in mission‑critical or data centre environments
Proven experience managing white space fit‑out / tenant improvement projects in colocation or hyperscale data centres
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple subcontractors and deliver projects on schedule
Strong knowledge of QA/QC processes, including inspection of support systems and overhead installations
ProjectManagement skills including schedulingand budgeting
Candidate must have strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
Strong stakeholder and client communication
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with low voltage cabling (LVC) and/or fiber optic infrastructure within data centres
Procore experience is strongly preferred
RCDD‑level knowledge or experience with structured cabling design standards (e.g., setting or enforcing standards)
Experience in commissioning or turnover of data centre white space environments
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Worksite address
ann arbor, MI, 48113, US
Who can apply
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