Job Description

Join to apply for the Data Center Construction Manager - Night Shift role at CBRE . Location: Abilene, TX and Stamford, TX (night‑shift onsite). About the Role The Construction Manager (CM) is responsible for the direct, on‑site execution and delivery of Data Center buildings, acting as the primary field representative for the Owner's team. Reporting to the Owner’s Representative / Project Manager (ORPM) and the owner's team, the CM ensures the General Contractor (GC) achieves excellence in field productivity, schedule adherence, quality, and safety. The role is critical for driving the pace of on‑site work, resolving field‑level issues before they impact project milestones, and providing the ORPM with accurate, data‑driven updates on construction progress. The CM will focus on the tactical, day‑to‑day management of mass grading, core & shell, and the high‑volume fit‑out of mission‑critical infrastructure required for Artificial Intelligence campuses. What You’ll Do The Construction Manager will be the primary on‑site leader for the Owner, driving a culture of accountability, proactivity, and relentless focus on project goals directly with the GC and trade partners. Bring deep construction expertise to the field, ensuring work is installed correctly the first time, in accordance with the design, and meets the highest standards of quality. Manage by metric, focusing on tracking daily and weekly field productivity (e.g., labor units, installed quantities) to provide an objective measure of progress and identify performance deviations early. Walk the work daily to anticipate and resolve conflicts, logistical bottlenecks, and construction challenges at the field level before they become schedule delays or cost impacts. Supervise the GC’s daily on‑site activities, including management of all subcontractors, staffing plans, and the efficient use of labor, materials, and equipment. Provide daily and weekly reports to the ORPM and leadership team, including progress photos, safety observations, quality issues, and key productivity metrics, serving as the primary source of field information for executive‑level reporting. Ensure the GC coordinates all trade activities on site, resolving conflicts between adjacent work packages to maintain a smooth flow of work. Provide the ORPM with field‑level validation of GC progress reports, schedule updates, and payment applications to ensure they accurately reflect the work completed on site. Identify immediate and near‑term risks in the field (e.g., weather impacts, stacking of trades, material shortages) and communicate them to the ORPM with proposed mitigation steps. Champion a world‑class safety culture on site through daily safety walks, active participation in the GC’s safety program, and ensuring behavioral‑based safety is a priority for every worker in the field. Monitor and verify construction progress against the GC's P6 schedule daily, walking the site to ensure activities start and finish as planned. Implement and track weekly labor‑unit and installed‑quantity metrics (e.g., linear feet of pipe/conduit, weld inches, cable pulls, device terminations). Report these metrics to the ORPM and immediately elevate any deviations from the plan. Lead weekly work‑plan reviews with the GC to scrutinize the 3‑week look‑ahead schedule, identifying constraints and ensuring all necessary resources (labor, material, equipment) are aligned for success. When field progress deviates from the schedule, work directly with the GC to develop and implement recovery and acceleration plans, monitoring their effectiveness and reporting results to the ORPM. Conduct daily site inspections to ensure the quality of work meets or exceeds contract specifications and drawings. Document and track the resolution of all non‑conforming work. Actively participate in first‑in‑place reviews for critical installations to establish the benchmark for quality across the project. Coordinate with and monitor the activities of the third‑party testing agency, ensuring all required material tests (soils, concrete, etc.) are performed correctly and results are communicated promptly. Provide a concise daily report to the ORPM summarizing key work activities completed, major issues encountered, safety incidents, and labor counts. Submit a weekly report to the ORPM. Attend all major project meetings (OAC, design coordination, etc.) prepared to provide clear, factual updates on field status and to support the ORPM. Drive the GC and trades to achieve mechanical completion by systems and areas, ensuring all components are installed, tested, and ready for startup. Work alongside the GC and A/E team to conduct timely punch walks, aggressively managing the closure of all punch list items to prevent delays in commissioning activities. Act as the on‑site coordinator to ensure the GC provides the necessary support (labor, access, equipment) for the Commissioning Agent (CX) to perform their work efficiently, from startup through integrated systems testing. Assist the ORPM and Owner’s Document Control Coordinator by ensuring the GC is compiling and submitting all required closeout documentation, including as‑builts, O&Ms, and warranties. Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and departmental objectives. Coach others to develop in‑depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function. Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values, anticipating potential objections and persuading others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view. Work is guided by functional policies that impact the design of procedures and policies. Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals. Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence. What You’ll Need Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related fields with 8‑10 years of construction experience preferred. In lieu of a degree, a combination of 10+ years of experience will be considered. Experience in constructing complex facilities including oil and gas facilities, nuclear and industrial projects, hospital facilities, and large complex commercial projects valued at $100M+. Experience in hyperscale data centers preferred but not required. The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions. Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions having a broad impact on the business. In‑depth knowledge of the Google Suite of products (e.g., Google Docs, Sheets, Gmail, and calendar). Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset. Ability to calculate somewhat complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial‑related calculations. Equal Employment Opportunity CBRE has a long‑standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Candidate Accommodations CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada). #J-18808-Ljbffr CBRE

Job Tags

Similar Jobs