Senior Project Manager - Data Center Construction

Company Description

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations. 

With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale.   

Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world. 

Job Description

Turner & Townsend is looking for a Senior Project Manager to support a large-scale, ground-up data center construction project with our prominent technology client. 

The role will be responsible for all aspects of project delivery, from inception through to commissioning. 

Key Elements: 

Pre-construction / Design / Planning: 

• Work with GC and AE to create and establish the Master Project Schedule, based on the Critical Path and key milestones. 
• Support establishment of the project budget, including soft costs and hard costs. 
• Support contract negotiation, typically in concert with the Client’s PM and legal counsel 
• Coordinate Design Team activities. 
• Ensure AE is completing requirements to meet municipal and AHJ demands 
• Coordinate Constructability review of project documents. 
• Coordinate cost estimates working with subs and other vendors for scope gaps/changes. 
• Coordinate Value Engineering effort. 

   Construction: 

• Manage GC and other directly contracted vendors by working with the onsite Construction Management team. 
• Ensure quality control process – ensuring compliance with required standards 
• Support client culture to ensure project and site is ran according to clients EHS policies 
• Lead procurement activities and coordinate all owner furnished contractor installed equipment 
• Provide report and tracking of project financials, including change order management & cashflow. 
• Monitor schedule, tracking and analysis 
• Ensure document control (track and coordinate addenda, bulletins, new drawing sets, clarifications, etc) process is in place. 
• Ensure QA/QC is being followed and report any issues/gaps. 
• Ensure tracking of all key project documents, including submittals, RFI’s, change orders, invoices and payments, lien releases. 
• Coordination and management of all Owner-direct vendors working with supply chain and consultants. 

   Close Out: 

• Initiate close out process prior to project completion, typically two to three months in advance with the client doc control team, setting timelines and responsibilities. 
• Establish close out documentation requirements. Ensure receipt of all close-out documents until completion, including warranties, as-builts, O&M manuals, etc. 
• Ensure punch list, substantial completion and final completion process through onsite Construction management team. 
• Negotiate, resolve and close out any outstanding change orders, quality issues or disputes. 
• Process and track any final invoices, payment applications, retention payments, etc. 
• Prepare and submit final project accounting and budget. 
• Assist client in scheduling, coordination and management of all Owner-direct vendors, consultants. 
• Turner & Townsend is looking for a Project Manager to support a large-scale, ground-up data center construction project with our prominent technology client. 
• The role will be responsible for all aspects of project delivery, from inception through to commissioning. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years construction field experience and the ability to be highly effective in a client facing role. 

Role Details

• 100% dedicated to this project and is capable of overseeing both the mass grading and general contractor. 
• Expected start date - TBC.
• Duration - To the end of data center site construction, projected TBC.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Work Type:

• Remote work is expected from mass grading start until the general contractor is mobilized on the site.  Required to work on site, once the GC mobilizes on site. 
• Travel: Travel is required to the site, as needed, when the mass grading contractor mobilizes.  Travel must be approved by Google program manager.
• Relocation Required: Relocation to the Haskell area is required when the General Contractor mobilizes.

Scope of Services for this role include:

• Oversight of the Site Safety Program - As the early site lead, prioritize safety and set an example to keep our workforce safe and uphold the standards set forth.
  • Project Management and Reporting
  • Budget Management
  • Change Management
  • Risk Management
  • Schedule Management and reporting
  • Contractor’s Site Safety Program
  • Oversight of Technical Testing/Inspections
  • Oversight of and Submittals Process
  • Change Order reviews and approvals
  • Review and approve requests for payments 

Note: the Scope of Work is merely an indicative narrative not reflecting all the tasks / services that Supplier has to perform, ultimately the Supplier is responsible for taking ownership to deliver the overall project within expected timelines, within budget and cost that has been predetermined by the Owner and perform all necessary tasks to achieve this goal.

Qualifications

Required Skills: 

• Formal Project Management methods. 
• Cross functional team participation in a high-tech, dynamic environment 
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking and analytical skills. 
• Proven track record in delivering high-quality programs. 
• Ability to present to senior management to gain approvals. 
• Passionate about solving complex challenges within aggressive timelines. 
• Detail oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and quickly changing environment. 
• Mission Critical or Data Center experience.
• Experience managing mass grading, civil contractors, and general contractors.
• 10+ years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience dealing with AHJs.

Preferred Education:   

• MBA or Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, Project Management (or PMP), Engineering or a related field. 
• Required Skills: 
• Formal Project Management methods. 
• Cross functional team participation in a high-tech, dynamic environment 
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking and analytical skills. 
• Proven track record in delivering high-quality programs. 
• Ability to present to senior management to gain approvals. 
• Passionate about solving complex challenges within aggressive timelines. 
• Detail oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and quickly changing environment. 
• MBA or Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, Project Management (or PMP), Engineering or a related field. 

Additional Information

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs* 
  

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Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. 

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