Data Center Preconstruction Manager

Worldwide Mission Critical

Preconstruction Manager overseeing the full preconstruction lifecycle across data center projects. Responsible for GC and trade partner procurement, ensuring transparent and well-managed efforts.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in overseeing preconstruction processes for data center projects, including procurement strategies, cost management, and risk assessment. Proficient in collaborating with stakeholders and managing deliverables to ensure quality and timeliness.

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Preconstruction ManagementGC ProcurementCost ManagementConstructability ReviewsValue Engineering

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Hard Skills

Cost ReconciliationEstimatingConstruction Delivery MethodsChange Order ForensicsRisk ManagementSchedule ManagementMEP Infrastructure KnowledgePrefabricated Equipment CoordinationBid LevelingRFP Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsSelf-Directed Problem Solver

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft ProjectCost Management ToolsScheduling Tools

Industry Keywords

Data Center ConstructionMission-Critical MarketsGMPCM-at-RiskDesign-Build

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the full preconstruction lifecycle across a portfolio of data center projects
Responsible for GC and trade partner procurement, establishing buyout strategy, and preconstruction process oversight
Develop and recommend procurement strategies for GC and trade partner selection
Lead the development of comprehensive RFP packages
Manage the bid process end-to-end: solicit proposals, conduct bid leveling and normalization
Facilitate contractor interviews and selection meetings
Provide coordination of long-lead equipment
Establish framework for GC and trade partner cost reconciliation
Serve as the owner’s primary point of contact for managing the GC’s preconstruction effort
Attend design, development and utility coordination meetings
Define and communicate the framework of preconstruction deliverables expected from the GC
Monitor and hold the GC accountable for the quality and timeliness of preconstruction deliverables
Review GC cost trends, estimates, and reconciliation packages
Identify and escalate preconstruction risks, gaps, and misalignments early
Travel to project sites as required for pre-bid walks, kick-off meetings, constructability reviews
Conduct constructability reviews to identify potential challenges
Collaborate with design teams to develop and implement value engineering solutions
Provide oversight of the GC’s preconstruction and construction schedules

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in preconstruction, GC procurement, cost management, or estimating
Minimum 3 years in data center or other mission-critical markets
Strong understanding of construction delivery methods, including GMP, CM-at-Risk, and Design-Build
Experience overseeing GC preconstruction efforts and establishing deliverable frameworks for cost trending, risk management, schedule management, and trade procurement
Familiarity with change order forensics, cost reconciliation, and contract compliance review
Working knowledge of data center construction, including familiarity with MEP infrastructure, prefabricated equipment skids, and long-lead procurement coordination
Experience with constructability reviews and value engineering across CSA and MEP disciplines
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, and familiarity with cost management and scheduling tools
Comfortable working directly with clients, GCs, design teams, and executive stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-directed problem solver
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience in lieu of a degree.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements