Project Manager — Traveling (West Texas Data Centers)

About this role

Traveling construction Project Manager based in Austin, TX needed to lead data center builds across West Texas. This is field-first work: you’ll be on-site regularly to coordinate crews, manage subcontractors, control costs, and keep mission-critical systems on schedule. Per diem is provided for travel assignments. Ideal candidate is a hands-on PM with solid civil/commercial construction experience and comfort working in mission-critical environments. You must be organized, decisive, and able to communicate clearly with clients, contractors, and field teams while managing safety and quality on fast-moving jobs.

What you'll do

• • Lead and coordinate day-to-day data center construction activities on site in West Texas
• • Manage project schedule, update critical path, and drive on-time milestones
• • Oversee subcontractors and vendors; enforce scope, quality, and safety standards
• • Monitor job costs, review invoices, manage billing and time-and-material reporting
• • Maintain project documentation: daily reports, RFI logs, change orders, and closeout files
• • Communicate regularly with clients and stakeholders to manage expectations and resolve issues

What we're looking for

• • 5+ years managing commercial or industrial construction projects; data center or mission-critical experience preferred
• • Proven track record managing schedule, budget, subcontractors, and quality control
• • Strong verbal and written communication with clients, superintendents, and trades
• • Working knowledge of building codes, regulatory compliance, and safety practices
• • Experience with claims management, change orders, cost estimation, and job cost reporting
• • Comfortable with regular travel and multi-site coordination; able to stay on-site as required

Qualifications

• • Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently
• • OSHA 30 or equivalent safety training preferred
• • PMP, CCM, or similar construction management certification a plus
• • Proficiency with construction management software (Procore, CMiC, MS Project or similar)
• • Ability to pass background check and drug screen
• • Experience with civil construction, commercial construction, and subcontractor oversight

What we offer

• • Per diem provided for West Texas travel assignments
• • Travel expense reimbursement and mileage pay for work-related travel
• • Consistent pipeline of projects with regular travel schedules
• • Field support and access to project management tools and documentation
• • Company-provided PPE and site safety resources

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