Senior Project Manager - Mission Critical

Why RO?

Since 1969, Rogers-O’Brien has firmly established itself as Texas’ Premier Builder by delivering excellence and expertise to our valued customers through all aspects of our business. We consistently deliver high-quality buildings and exceed the most demanding expectations.

Rogers-O’Brien is family-owned, with the third generation leading the company’s operations. Our employees come from all walks of life. We hire great people from various backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger!

Position Purpose: The Project Manager provides on-site direction for all aspects of construction for their assigned project. Manage project costs to ensure completion within budget expectations. Develop the project schedule in critical path steps and budget time required to meet deadlines. Responsible for overall project planning and scheduling, resource allocation, project accounting, and control while providing technical direction and ensuring compliance with all safety and quality standards. Also responsible for the leadership and development of the project staff. The project manager ensures the project meets or exceeds customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Construction

• Lead the construction planning for mission-critical systems related to data centers, including mechanical and electrical systems.
• Act as a value engineering and innovative leader for negotiated or potential projects.
• Lead design-build efforts when required.
  
  

Project Pre-Planning

• Ensure the project is adequately staffed and resources are allocated correctly.
• Conduct estimating handoff and project kick-off meetings.
• Ensure that all project planning and pre-planning processes are completed, including risk management strategies.
  
  

Construction Process

• Draft and analyze subcontracts and create subcontractor bid tabs.
• Lead the pre-qualification process for subcontractors.
• Collaborate with the Superintendent on material, rental equipment, and forming system purchases.
• Prepare and submit proposed changes to the Owner.
• Chair weekly project meetings and provide monthly billing to the Owner.
• Maintain and update change orders, monitor project progress, and ensure adherence to the project schedule.
• Expedite material deliveries, monitor safety programs, and review job cost reports to prepare forecasts.
• Manage the close-out process for mission-critical/mechanical and electrical systems, including warranties, as-built drawings, and maintenance manuals.
• Ensure compliance with all quality standards and safety protocols.
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience: 10 years in the industry in mission-critical coordination, data center construction, and fit-out projects.
• Strong background in mechanical and electrical systems related to data centers.
• Experience with project management, budgeting, and scheduling in a critical path environment.
• Proven leadership in project execution, risk management, and staff development.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with scheduling software.
• Familiarity with FieldLens, Bluebeam, and other construction management tools
  
  

RO Perks

• Competitive Salary & Benefits
• Paid Maternity and Paternity leave
• Structured career path and continuing education support
• RO Refresh – Additional paid time off between Christmas and New Years.
  
  

Commitment to Diversity at RO

• Rogers-O’Brien is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.
  
  

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