What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hyperscale Infrastructure Project Manager position at ASCENDING?
Location: FL
Position Type: Direct Hire / Full-Time
Role Summary: We are looking for a high-impact Project Manager to oversee the construction and deployment of 50MW hyperscale power plants. You will manage the entire project lifecycle, from raw land to a fully energized facility, acting as the primary point of contact for utility companies, contractors, and hyperscale cloud clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Direct the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) phases of large-scale power infrastructure projects.
- Manage high-voltage interconnection processes with Florida utility providers (e.g., FPL, Duke Energy), ensuring timely substation and line construction.
- Oversee the installation of onsite generation assets, including natural gas turbines, hydrogen-ready engines, and UPS systems.
- Control project budgets exceeding $50M, maintaining strict adherence to timelines and safety (OSHA) standards.
- Facilitate onsite inspections and ensure all deployments meet Open Compute Project (OCP) and Tier III/IV data center standards.
Required Qualifications:
- BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
- 8 years of experience managing large-scale energy or data center infrastructure projects.
- Proven track record of navigating utility interconnection and permitting processes in the Southeast U.S.
- Project management certification is preferred.