Construction Project Manager

Spencer Ogden · Grayslake, Illinois

FULL TIME

Job Description

The Senior Project Manager leads the planning, execution, and delivery of complex data center development projects from design through commissioning and turnover. This role serves as the primary owner representative, accountable for project safety, quality, schedule, budget, and stakeholder management.

The Senior Project Manager oversees consultants, contractors, and internal teams, ensuring projects meet customer commitments, operational requirements, and company objectives. This individual proactively manages project risks, financial performance, and executive reporting while mentoring junior project team members and driving process improvements across the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead multiple concurrent development and construction projects from inception through completion.

Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

Manage project budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and financial reporting using Yardi, Procore, and related tools.

Develop and maintain project schedules, identify risks, and implement recovery plans when needed.

Oversee design development and ensure alignment with lease commitments, operational requirements, and project objectives.

Lead procurement efforts, contract negotiations, change order management, and consultant/vendor selection.

Monitor construction progress, safety performance, quality standards, and commissioning activities.

Prepare and present executive-level project reporting, including budget, schedule, and risk updates.

Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Procurement, Construction, and Operations teams to ensure project alignment.

Mentor Project Managers, Coordinators, and other project team members.

Support the development and implementation of project management best practices and standards.

Travel as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

8+ years of project management experience in construction, development, or mission-critical environments.

General contracting, owner's representative, or developer-side experience required.

Data center experience strongly preferred.

Experience managing large-scale, complex construction projects and cross-functional teams.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND COMPETENCIES

Strong understanding of construction management, project controls, budgeting, scheduling, and contract administration.

Proficiency in Yardi, Procore, Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Bluebeam, and related software.

Demonstrated leadership, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Strong business acumen and experience presenting to executive leadership.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit for extended periods.

Regular computer use requiring hand, wrist, and visual focus.

Ability to read screens, plans, and detailed technical documents.

Occasional lifting of 10–20 lbs (plans, samples, field gear).

Ability to move through office spaces for meetings and collaboration.

Clear verbal communication for in‑person, virtual, and on‑site coordination.

Ability to walk, stand, and navigate active construction sites, including uneven surfaces and stairs.

Ability to wear required PPE during site visits.

Company	Spencer Ogden
Location	Grayslake, Illinois
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	Full-time

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