Senior Construction Project Manager

Gilbert, AZ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $135,500.00 - $193,500.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

Flexible spending account

Health Insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Referral program

Vision Insurance

Job Description

NTT Global Data Centers stands as one of the leading data center providers globally, with a robust presence that includes over 150 data centers located in more than 20 countries. This remarkable scale allows NTT to deliver cutting-edge technology solutions and comprehensive digital infrastructure services to businesses worldwide. At NTT, the commitment to innovation and sustainability is deeply ingrained in the company’s mission, making it a beacon for professionals seeking to make meaningful contributions in the digital space while working within an inclusive and collaborative environment. The organization values diversity, invests in employee growth, and encourages a culture where ideas are not only welcomed but are integral to driving continued excellence and transformation across all projects.

The Senior Construction Project Manager role at NTT Global Data Centers offers a unique opportunity to lead some of the most significant capital construction projects in the mission-critical data center sector. This full-time role commands a salary range between $135,500 and $193,500 depending on experience, education, and location. It is based onsite, reflecting the hands-on and direct involvement necessary for overseeing large-scale developments. Employees in this role benefit from a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes paid time off, health benefits, dental and vision insurance, life and supplemental insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

In this position, the Senior Construction Project Manager carries the responsibility of guiding projects often exceeding $100 million in budget, ensuring that every aspect from safety to budget and quality standards is meticulously managed. The role demands leadership in coordinating multidisciplinary teams and engaging with key internal and external stakeholders, including general contractors, commissioning agents, and design managers. By fostering strong client relationships and steering the strategic planning and execution phases, the manager ensures that project objectives align perfectly with company goals. They champion risk mitigation, contract governance, and change management, maintaining rigorous documentation and reporting mechanisms to promote transparency and accountability.

Moreover, the role requires expertise in various project management methodologies, including Earned Value Management (EVM), P6 Critical Path scheduling, and applying lean construction principles to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness. A deep understanding of building systems pertinent to mission-critical infrastructure such as mechanical, electrical, and architectural elements is essential. The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional capable of thriving in a fast-paced, high-stress environment, demonstrating exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills. Executive presence and the ability to convey complex technical information to diverse audiences, including C-suite executives, are highly valued.

The Senior Construction Project Manager will also be at the forefront of upholding the highest standards of workplace safety, quality control, and environmental stewardship throughout the project lifecycle. Health, safety, and risk management practices are integral to leadership duties to guarantee compliance and safety for all personnel on site. As a visible leader representing NTT, this role includes supporting sales and marketing teams to communicate the company’s values to prospective clients, highlighting the excellence and reliability that define NTT’s service offerings.

NTT Global Data Centers is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. The company respects and nurtures diversity in age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, and all other protected categories. Joining NTT means becoming part of a global team dedicated to advancing digital transformation responsibly and sustainably, with ample room for professional growth and career advancement.

Job Requirements

Education in construction management, engineering or related field preferred
Minimum 10 years of experience in construction project management specializing in data centers or mission critical facilities
Proven track record managing large scale construction projects over $100 million
LEED or similar green building certifications preferred
Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams and manage multiple stakeholders
Proficiency in project management software tools including P6 scheduling and EVM
Strong communication skills and executive presence
Ability to work onsite at a data center location
Must possess a current, valid state-issued driver’s license
Ability to work under fast paced and stressful environments
Physical ability to walk, stand, bend and lift up to 50 lbs
Comfortable with exposure to varying temperatures, loud noises, and outdoor weather conditions
Flexible and adaptable to onsite work requirements

Job Qualifications

Understanding of project management, planning, construction management, and data centers
Demonstrated leadership ability in dealing with Owners, Architects, Contractors, and internal stakeholders
Extensive knowledge of prime contracts including lump sum, GMP, hard bid, negotiated, design-build, specifically including EVM methods and payment systems
Extensive knowledge of P6 critical path scheduling systems, overall project cost control, budgeting, and value engineering as applied to buildings and systems used in data center project delivery
Familiarity of all aspects of development design and construction including site work, core, shell, mechanical and electrical, utilities, finishes
Ability to work in an international team environment and interact with all levels of management including C-Suite reviews
Strong executive presence able to convey complex and technical concepts to a non-construction audience
Must be very organized, analytical, and structured with excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Manages stress and fast pace effectively
LEAN construction knowledge and application of those tools
Building Environment Accreditations such as LEED, SITES, TRUE, WELL preferred
Mechanical and electrical systems quality and commissioning leadership in construction of mission critical facilities
Mission critical, infrastructure, and or data center construction experience
Multi-project experience in large scale construction management, mission critical or infrastructure preferred

Job Duties

Lead a team of professionals to safely deliver major capital construction projects of $100m plus to support the acquisition of new clients
Develop and maintain relationships with key customers, operations, finance, and internal department leaders to assure project team fulfills the mission and objectives of the capital projects
Direct and support project teams in the preparation and execution of tasks throughout all phases of the project process including identifying scopes of work, resource requirements, cost estimates and budgets, work plan schedule and milestones, quality control, and risk mitigation
Oversee General Contractor, direct contractors including Commissioning Agents, third party testing agencies, the project controls and MEP teams for each project to ensure tasks are completed on time and within budget
Primary liaison to the NTT GDC Americas, Inc. Design Managers to aid in the harmonization and coordination of Architecture/Engineering activities in a timely manner
Integrate Subject Matter Experts, internal and customer stakeholders to support design, and lead construction teams to create a master development program for site or sites
Support Design team leadership for environmental, entitlement and permitting requirements
Provide guidance to project delivery resources and team in achieving project goals
Implement communication plan for meetings and written reports and meeting minutes to keep client and project resources informed
Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for GC subcontractors and specialty vendor selection, award, and contracts as needed based on phase of project currently supporting
Facilitate project meetings and implement and align project documentation governance with company requirements ensuring project data integrity and documentation is accurate, timely and coordinated
Report status and variances, create action plans to meet objectives, budget and schedule
Implement change management routines to assess change requests, make recommendations, secure internal approvals, and manage change throughout the course of the project with robust documentation process
Assess and quantify change requests to determine impacts to scope, budget, schedule, quality, and risk including proper documentation to avoid risk
Optimize project cost effectiveness and budget utilization including constructability reviews and Value Engineering into design process
Implement and lead typical project level management tasks including contract status, finance funding payment status, budget updates, schedule baseline and monthly updates, submittals, contract documentation, project records and final contract hand off
Develop and implement project level financial controls, pay application processing, project change review and pricing, release of retention, claims and resolutions
Validate drawings and specifications to accurately reflect the desired construction quality and ensure any item requiring remediation is documented and remediated to owner satisfaction
Ensure all field installations are in accordance with the design
Develop, implement, monitor and assure systems are in place to deliver highest quality standards for project safety from start to finish
Provide leadership to confirm all Contractors and Suppliers are following safety best practices and producing the industry leading performance expected
Monitor and control risk management insurance and liability controls for assigned projects
Lead typical construction management monthly project meetings including OAC, Design, MEP, ACx
Present executive summary and status reports to internal Senior leadership
Provide on-site support for sales and marketing team to present NTT Values to prospective new clients