Data Center Network Infrastructure Project Manager

About Overwatch Mission Critical Overwatch is a service-disabled Veteran-owned small business (SDVOB) certified through the National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC), offering construction professional services, talent acquisition, and general contractor services for the mission-critical infrastructure industry. Our mission is the construction and management of state-of-the-art data centers with the precision and reliability this industry demands. From high-end engineers to seasoned professionals, we deploy the people you need to get your data center off the ground. At Overwatch, it’s more than a job. It’s a purpose. The Data Center Network Infrastructure Project Manager acts as the primary representative for the Owner, overseeing projects from early design through procurement, construction, and final handover. The role is centered on ensuring that telecom and infrastructure projects stay on schedule, within budget, and meet the team’s strict quality and safety standards.Key Operational Pillars

• End-to-End Project Management: Facilitates communication between internal partners (like DCNet and DCS), manages daily routines, and resolves project escalations to meet Service Level Objectives (SLOs).
• Project Controls & Finance: Proactively manages project risks, audits budget and schedule data, reviews supplier invoices, and performs monthly financial reconciliations (actualization).
• Procurement & Contract Management: Oversees the bidding process (bid leveling), manages Owner Furnished Material (OFCI) logistics, and tracks workflows from Statement of Work (SOW) creation to Purchase Order (PO) issuance.
• Field & Design Oversight: Reviews design documents for constructability, performs weekly safety walks (BOTG), and manages on-site supplier performance against milestones.
• Quality & Closeout: Implements QA/QC processes (NetQA), oversees testing and commissioning (Cx), manages the project punch list, and facilitates the final handover to the operations team.

Required Qualifications & SkillsBased on the responsibilities and performance indicators, a successful candidate requires:

• Technical & Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of construction management, design documents, building codes, and data center-specific infrastructure (telecom/fiber focus).
• Financial Acumen: Proficiency in cost analysis, cash flow projections, and managing complex project budgets and supplier claims.
• Tool Mastery: Ability to use internal systems such as FLUX, Talos, Buganizer, Rightcrowd, and GUTS for tracking tickets, risks, and site access. (may be new to the candidate which is completely okay and can be learned)
• High-Level Reporting: Experience producing weekly Management Reports and accurately updating site-level progress trackers.
• Risk Management: Skill in identifying potential threats to safety, quality, budget, or schedule and maintaining an active Risk Log.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Success in this role is measured by:

• Schedule Adherence: Meeting project timelines.
• Budget Adherence: Staying within financial targets.
• Material Delivery: Ensuring timelines for essential goods are met.
• Reporting Accuracy: Providing high-quality stakeholder updates on time.
• Data Integrity: Maintaining timely updates and closures in Buganizer and Talos.

Driver’s License Requirement:For roles that require on-site presence or travel between work locations as an essential function of the position, candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license appropriate for the role and be eligible to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with applicable laws.Communication Skills:Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a professional work environment, including preparing written reports and documentation, conveying information clearly to team members, clients, and stakeholders, and responding appropriately to verbal and written communications related to job duties.Physical Requirements and Work EnvironmentThis position operates primarily in an active data center construction environment, encompassing both indoor and outdoor work settings. The role requires the physical ability to perform essential job functions safely and effectively in a dynamic environment that includes ongoing construction activity and evolving site conditions.The work environment includes areas and temporary structures owned, leased, or controlled by third parties over which Overwatch may have limited or no control. Because the project remains under construction, certain areas of the site — including access routes, staging zones, and temporary structures — may not yet be fully ADA-compliant until construction is complete or those third-party areas are finalized. Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction-related noise, vibrations, and odors.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high-activity environments.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots, is required.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.

Work Environment:Work is performed primarily in and around active construction areas, which may include unfinished buildings, temporary field offices, staging areas, and partially completed infrastructure. These locations may contain uneven surfaces, limited accessibility, and other conditions typical of construction projects prior to final completion. Overwatch does not control and cannot modify accessibility conditions within areas, facilities, or temporary structures owned or managed by third parties.Reasonable Accommodation:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position, provided such accommodations do not create safety hazards, impede essential mobility within active work zones, or require modification of facilities not owned or controlled by Overwatch.Know someone who’d be a great fit?If you’re a current Overwatch employee and want to refer top talent to help us grow, submit your referral HERE. Let’s build the future together!Benefits:Overwatch Construction offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and relocation assistance available. OVERWATCH is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. OVERWATCH considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.