What are the responsibilities and job description for the SR. Data Center Project Manager position at Insight Global?
Job Description:
Insight Global is seeking a Senior Data Center Construction Project Manager for a mission critical client. This individual will lead onsite construction activities for a major data center expansion in Dalton, GA, with a strong focus on project execution, scheduling, reporting, contractor management, and site oversight. The ideal candidate has experience delivering mission-critical or data center construction projects and can effectively manage both field operations and executive communication. This role requires a hands-on leader who can drive schedules, manage risk, oversee contractors, and provide clear progress reporting while maintaining a strong onsite presence.
Job Title: Sr. Data Center Construction Project Manager
Duration: 6 Month Contract with Possible Extensions/ Perm
Start Date: 11/09/2027
Location: Remote with heavy travel 3-4 nights/week to Dalton, GA (typically this team comes
in on Monday evening and out Thursday evening)
Must-Haves:
- 8-10 years of construction/project management experience
- Proven experience delivering mission-critical, GPU/AI, or high-density data center construction projects preferred
- Strong scheduling, reporting, and project controls experience
- Experience reviewing scopes, pay applications, change orders, and contractor performance
- Experience managing contractors, vendors, inspectors, and stakeholders
- Strong executive communication reporting skills
- Ability to travel weekly to Dalton, GA (typically Monday-Thursday)
- Ability to walk 2-3 miles per day and perform regular site inspections
Plusses:
- Experience supporting commissioning activities
- Multi-phase or large-scale infrastructure project experience
- Program-level oversight across multiple projects
Day-to-Day:
- Lead construction execution for active data center projects in Dalton, GA
- Manage schedules, milestones, critical path activities, and project reporting
- Coordinate contractors, vendors, inspectors, and internal stakeholders
- Conduct site walks, verify progress, and identify risks
- Review change orders, pay applications, and project documentation
- Deliver daily progress reports and weekly executive updates
- Support commissioning and project turnover activities
Compensation:
$85/hr to $92/hr.
Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.
Employees in this role will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one of
employment, including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Eligibility to enroll in
the 401(k) retirement plan begins after 90 days of employment. Additionally, employees in this
role will have access to paid sick leave and other paid time off benefits as required under the
applicable law of the worksite location.
Salary : $85 - $92