Data Center Construction Manager

Arayna is seeking an experienced Data Center Construction Manager to support the delivery of mission-critical data center infrastructure projects across the United States. This role is responsible for coordinating field construction activities, managing contractors, ensuring quality execution, and driving projects safely from pre-construction through commissioning.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience constructing modern data centers with a strong understanding of electrical power systems, mechanical cooling systems, and critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day construction activities on mission-critical data center projects.
• Coordinate electrical, mechanical, controls, low-voltage, and commissioning teams.
• Oversee installation of critical infrastructure including:
• Medium and low voltage electrical distribution
• UPS systems
• Generators
• Switchgear
• PDUs
• Busway
• Chillers
• Cooling towers
• CRAH/CRAC units
• In-row cooling
• Liquid cooling systems
• Monitor construction schedule, budget, quality, and project milestones.
• Lead coordination meetings with owners, general contractors, subcontractors, engineers, and vendors.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Ensure work complies with contract documents, safety requirements, applicable codes, and quality standards.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Track construction progress and prepare weekly status reports.
• Coordinate equipment deliveries, site logistics, and installation sequencing.
• Support startup, testing, integrated systems testing, and commissioning activities.
• Resolve field issues and coordinate design clarifications with engineering teams.
• Verify completion of punch list items and turnover documentation.
• Ensure accurate as-built documentation is maintained throughout construction.

Required Qualifications

• 2 years of direct experience constructing data centers or other mission-critical facilities.
• Experience managing construction of electrical power infrastructure and/or mechanical cooling systems for data centers.
• Understanding of one or more of the following:
• Electrical distribution systems
• UPS systems
• Backup generators
• MV/LV switchgear
• Bus duct systems
• Chilled water plants
• CRAH/CRAC systems
• Air-cooled or water-cooled HVAC systems
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of construction scheduling and project coordination.
• Experience working with multiple subcontractors simultaneously.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of commercial or industrial construction experience.
• Experience supporting hyperscale, colocation, enterprise, or government data center projects.
• Familiarity with commissioning processes and IST (Integrated Systems Testing).
• Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS), EPMS, or SCADA integration.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• PMP, CCM, or other construction management certifications.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related technical field.

Desired Skills

• Project planning and execution
• Contractor coordination
• Schedule management
• Quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC)
• Cost awareness
• Risk management
• Construction documentation
• Safety leadership
• Problem solving
• Customer communication

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• This position requires urgent hiring, how soon can you start?
• Desired Yearly Salary

Experience:

• Data Center Construction: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Columbus, OH 43268 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbus, OH 43268: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $100,000 - $150,000