Construction Manager, Campus Lead

Digital Realty

Construction Manager responsible for large-scale data center construction projects. Collaborating with internal teams and external partners to ensure safety, budget compliance, and schedule adherence.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timePiscataway Township • New Jersey, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $180,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing large-scale construction projects, including budget and schedule oversight, while ensuring compliance with quality standards and effective collaboration with stakeholders. Proficient in MEP systems and data center operations, with a strong focus on project budgeting and cost control.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mission-Critical Construction ExperienceConstruction SchedulingProject BudgetingMEP Systems KnowledgeLEED AP Credential

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Hard Skills

Construction ManagementProject BudgetingCost Control PracticesConstruction SchedulingSite DevelopmentData Center DeploymentsCustomer Fit-OutsQuality AssuranceRisk ManagementPermitting Processes

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCommunicationLeadershipProblem SolvingCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

LEED AP Credential

Industry Keywords

Data CenterMEP-Focused EnvironmentBiopharmaLife SciencesGeneral ContractorSubcontractorEquipment VendorConstruction DocumentsStakeholder EngagementSite Observations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee large-scale construction efforts including site development, ground-up builds, data center deployments, and customer fit-outs.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with general contractors, key subcontractors, equipment vendors, and consultants.
Review project budgets, schedules, and construction documents to ensure quality and alignment with internal targets.
Serve as a construction subject matter expert when evaluating prospective customer leases and active projects.
Lead budget and schedule review meetings with internal stakeholders and customer representatives, reporting on risks and progress.
Direct and coordinate internal design and construction managers as well as third-party consultants and engineering partners.
Develop and manage project budgets and schedules across multiple buildings in varying phases of design and construction.
Monitor active construction work, escalating issues and driving resolution as needed.
Conduct or delegate site observations to confirm adherence to budget, schedule, and quality expectations.
Support permitting and entitlement processes through coordination with consultants and government agencies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in mission-critical construction or a comparable MEP-focused environment (e.g., biopharma or life sciences); data center experience preferred.
Experience working for a general contractor, subcontractor, or equipment vendor preferred.
Strong working knowledge of construction scheduling, project budgeting, and cost control practices.
Technical understanding of MEP systems and data center operations.
LEED AP credential preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance
401k match
disability benefits
wellness and education benefits
employee stock purchase plan
paid time off
holidays
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