Senior Construction Manager, NA

Vantage powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Construction Delivery Department 

The Project Delivery team is a key partner to Development, Engineering, Sales, Operations, Procurement, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, helping transform data center opportunities from concept and planning through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, customer delivery, and turnover to Operations. In partnership with Development & Engineering (D&E), the team is a key contributor to the development of project strategies, plans, and technical solutions, providing delivery expertise throughout planning, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning. Project Delivery leads project execution and is responsible for project performance, cost, and schedule from initial design through turnover to Operations. Many times, a role like this at other companies is purely oversight. 

One thing that distinguishes Vantage is that our Project Delivery teams are given the responsibility and authority to directly drive the process. Compared to external resources, our internal team ensures key stakeholders are engaged in the decision-making process, aligning long-term operational sustainability with value engineering and cost objectives to deliver products that support corporate goals. This approach empowers each member of the team to drive high-impact decisions and even more impactful results. 

Position Overview 

The Senior Construction Manager manages a team of project engineers, senior project engineers across one or more buildings. The senior construction manager will also drive success on new and ongoing data center projects. This position will cover all aspects of a construction project. Areas of expertise relate to RFP preparation, buyout process, physical construction, MEP systems, commissioning, design regulation, stakeholder management, and project closeout. Regular collaboration are required with internal resources and design-build contractors.   

Essential Job Functions 

• Demonstrate and promote the Vantage Values: Trust, Accountability, Respect and Agility 

• Lead, develop, and mentor construction teams, fostering alignment with organizational goals, performance expectations, and key initiatives. 

• Provide overall leadership and accountability for construction delivery across one or more buildings, ensuring successful execution of scope, schedule, budget, and project objectives. 

• Oversee preconstruction, due diligence, and buyout activities, including contractor selection and scope alignment. 

• Manage coordination across internal stakeholders, design teams, trade partners, and Operations to ensure alignment with design intent, budget, and long-term facility operations. 

• Own project financial performance, including forecasting, monthly reporting, and EAC tracking in partnership with Project Controls and CCF teams. 

• Lead contractor billing and pay application processes, ensuring accuracy, tracking progress against completion, and identifying improvement opportunities. 

• Ensure execution excellence across construction activities, including site walks, safety participation, progress monitoring, and contractor performance. 

• Champion safety, quality, and compliance, ensuring adherence to VDC standards, BOD, specifications, codes, lease requirements, and customer expectations. 

• Oversee startup, commissioning, and closeout activities, including schedule adherence, system validation (RNI, IST, RFS), and seamless turnover to Operations. 

• Lead risk management efforts by proactively identifying, communicating, and mitigating project risks and resolving conflicts. 

• Maintain visibility into all construction site activities, ensuring progress, safety, and quality standards are consistently met across projects. 

• Drive customer engagement, ensuring requirements are captured, integrated into design, and delivered throughout the project lifecycle. 

• Ensure 'lessons learned' are held and placed in the feedback loop to drive continuous improvement 

• Perform other duties as assigned 

• Travel required is expected to be 10-30% but may increase over time as the business evolve 

Job Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, or similar field, or equivalent experience 

• 7+ years of experience as a project engineer in assisting or supervising construction projects of increasing complexity required; 10+ years is preferred. 

• Experience in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management is a requirement 

• Complex and technical construction experience is required 

• Data Center experience is preferred 

Skills 

• Strong leadership capabilities with a track record of coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing team members. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) 

• Working understanding of project scheduling concepts and tools (MS Project or P6) 

• Strong working knowledge of critical power and cooling infrastructure systems. 

• Proficiency in data center design and familiarity with North American construction markets preferred. 

• Familiarity with applicable building codes, fire ordinances, and regulatory requirements. 

• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence cross functional stakeholders. 

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation standards. 

• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment. 

• Problem solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement. 

• High level of integrity and professionalism. 

Physical Demands and Special Requirements 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds . 

Additional Details

• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.
• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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