Project Manager – Mission Critical, Data Center Construction Projects

Otak

Project Manager leading multiple datacenter construction projects at Otak. Overseeing project delivery from planning through completion while managing stakeholders and resources.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $120,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead multiple concurrent datacenter construction projects of varying size, complexity, and phase, from early planning through completion.
Oversee the delivery of greenfield, brownfield, and retrofit engineering and design projects through all phases, including site due diligence, land development, detailed design, permitting, construction administration, and turnover to Operations.
Manage internal and external resources to support building, power, cooling, telecom, and controls scope in alignment with client capacity roadmaps.
Coordinate internal client stakeholders and external consultants, including architects, engineers, contractors, and specialty vendors.
Facilitate problem-solving and support the incorporation of new equipment and operational processes.
Provide design and construction coordination for datacenter projects, guiding key decisions and maintaining alignment with client goals.
Oversee datacenter design and construction work across the Americas, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and quality.
Build strong, productive relationships with clients and project partners while providing subject matter insight and ensuring successful project delivery.
Collaborate and cross-train with Otak team members to improve efficiency, quality, and project delivery.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Engineering Degree in: Architecture, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Construction disciplines
7+ years of progressively responsible experience in construction or design-related fields, including 3+ years in datacenter or mission-critical construction environments and/or Owner Representation
Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) a plus
Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical teams in a fast-paced, dynamic setting and adapt quickly to shifting priorities
Proven ability to lead engineering teams in advanced engineering and operational processes for large datacenter and critical-facility environments, while managing personnel, budgets, schedules, and complex project portfolios
PMP and/or CMIT certification (or active pursuit); OSHA 10 Certification
Experience with commercial and high-tech construction, including retrofits; familiarity with all phases of design and construction management
Demonstrated success managing multiple design projects of varying complexity and stage
Solid understanding of regulatory requirements, land-use processes for green-field construction/site, and contractual change management
Advanced oral and effective written communication skills and experience in meeting facilitation and a growing competency in exercise facilitation (e.g., RACI and other project management tools)
Working knowledge of AI tools, SharePoint, Smartsheet, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and construction management software
Proven experience managing projects in a virtual/remote environment, with willingness to travel as needed.

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive salaries
discretionary performance bonuses
no-cost medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, HRA/HSA
a 401(k)-retirement match that is 100% vested immediately
Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual based on your industry experience rather than your seniority plus 9 paid holidays per year
support for your professional registration and/or certification fees
much more!

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Hard Skills & Tools

Engineering DegreeConstruction ManagementDesign CoordinationRegulatory ComplianceBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementComplex Project PortfoliosSite Due DiligenceLand DevelopmentPermitting

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingEffective CommunicationMeeting FacilitationAdaptabilityRelationship Building

Certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)Construction Manager in Training (CMIT)OSHA 10 Certification